Eckernförde is a city located in northern Germany within the state of Schleswig-Holstein. It is situated in the Kreis of Rendsburg-Eckernförde on the coast of the Baltic Sea, positioned approximately 30 km north-west of Kiel.
The city has a population of about 23,000 residents and serves as a popular tourist destination. It is characterized by its coastal location and its role as a notable point of interest in the region.