This is the 9520th most frequent German word.
mittelmeer
Mediterranean Sea.
In this sentence, 'Mittelmeer' again serves as a noun denoting the location of the cruise.
Wir planen eine Kreuzfahrt im Mittelmeer.
We are planning a cruise in the Mediterranean Sea.
Here, 'Mittelmeer' is used as a noun in genitive case to describe the unique ecological system of this sea.
Die Flora und Fauna des Mittelmeers sind vielfältig.
The flora and fauna of the Mediterranean are diverse.
Here, 'Mittelmeer' is used as a noun to specify the Mediterranean Sea, a geographical location.