That is a beautiful area for sure. Our daughter lives in a small town near the Baltic north of Lubeck in northern Germany. And when visiting with her family at this time of the year, the weather was just as you have noted. In three months things should warm up a bit!
And as for telling your wife that you may need new fishing gear, be very careful what you wish for. If your wife is anything like my dear lady, you may find yourself swimming in the Ostsee, with or without any new gear!
And your fishing friend looks great, and will be your faithful companion even when the trout are not biting. Take care Jacob.
Thank you kindly. It may not be for some time, however when I am again in Schleswig-Holstein, I may just contact you. Denmark is just up the road from Erin's house.
And your canine companion may be young, but he (or she) looks more than interested, and with some time and effort, will surely be your faithful fishing friend for life.