State Capital Schwerin

UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Schwerin Residence Ensemble, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2024, is a fascinating testimony to the history and culture of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. With the magnificent Schwerin Palace in the center, surrounded by lakes and historic gardens, this ensemble embodies the perfect harmony of architecture and nature. The impressive buildings and carefully tended gardens invite visitors to immerse themselves in the glorious past and experience the beauty of this unique cultural heritage.

Floating Fairy Tale Castle

The castle "floats" on a small island in the large Schwerin Lake. Fairytale-like, graceful and filigree at the same time, it towers proudly and full of dignity out of Germany's fourth largest lake. The impressive ancestral gallery, royal state rooms and the orangery are not to be missed. Where once the dukes ruled, the state parliament of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has its seat today.

A Stroll Through the City from a Picture Book

Stroll through the streets of Schwerin and you will see one architectural beauty after another. The oldest building in the city is the Gothic cathedral - one of the most beautiful and powerful brick churches in Germany. By the way, the 117-meter-high tower of the church, which was completed in 1416, was only added a good 100 years ago.

Otherwise, the city is rather characterized by the Baroque and the historicizing styles of the 19th century. For example, the town hall opposite the cathedral. With its Tudor-style façade, it is reminiscent of an English castle. In grand-ducal Schwerin, even the train station and the post office are a feast for the eyes. From the modern shopping streets in the city center, you can walk along romantic riverside promenades.

Cultural Enjoyment

In the city of the seven lakes, you will find true cultural treasures - as far as the eye can see: For example, in what is probably Schwerin's most beautiful square, the "Old Garden", you will find the traditional Mecklenburg State Theater - together with the painting gallery of the State Museum, it stands as a symbol for the popular city of music and art.

Numerous major events such as the Schwerin Summer of Culture, the Schwerin Castle Festival, the Film Festival, the Dragon Boat Festival on the Pfaffenteich, as well as top-class exhibitions and concerts entice visitors to take a city break in the state capital with its fairytale flair throughout the year.

The Vacation Experts for the State Capital Schwerin:

Tourist Information Schwerin
Culture & Tourism - State Capital Schwerin
Phone: + 49 385 5925212

Schwerin in Moving Pictures

Tour Tips for Exploring

By Canoe, Bicycle or on Foot

Schwerin Lakes Tour

Length: 50 km
Etappen: 4-5 Tage

Stages: 4-5 days Enchanting castle scenery, endless expanses and green shores - a treat for nature and culture lovers. The challenging tour across the two-part Schwerin Lake, in which the Schwerin Castle is imposingly reflected, leads past small islands, cozy villages and rustling reed belts.

Warnowtal circular route

Length: 230 km
Etappen: 4

The river with the most water in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern impresses with its versatility. Sometimes the Warnow meanders peacefully through flower meadows and floodplain forests, sometimes it rushes like a mountain stream over large boulders and fallen trees. A wild and romantic adventure not only for cyclists.

Residence Cities Circuit

Length: 285 km
Etappen: 5

The Dukes of Mecklenburg left behind a veritable flood of castles. Through disputes over the regency, they divided the land several times. The circular route follows the tracks of the dukes to the former residences - government palaces, summer residences, pleasure and hunting palaces.

Elbetal-Schaalsee circular route

Length: 380 km
Etappen: 7

Stages: 7 | Some time ago, the inner-German border ran directly along the Elbe and the Schaalsee. In the former no man's land, an original landscape with unique flora and fauna has been preserved. The round trip promises unforgettable experiences of nature and history.

Hamburg-Rügen bike path

Length: 527 km
Etappen: 10

Stages: 10 | An enticing bike path connects northern Germany's largest city with Germany's largest island. It takes cyclists right through the middle of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: past fairy-tale castles and shimmering lakes, over hills in Mecklenburg Switzerland to the world-famous chalk cliffs of Rügen.

Mecklenburg Lakes Circuit

Length: 265 km
Etappen: 4

In the southwest of the country, the water sparkles in enchanting diversity. One blue pearl follows the next. There are over ninety in the Sternberg Lake District Nature Park alone. Lake Schwerin is the largest on this tour. For bathing enthusiasts and history buffs, the route is pure pleasure.

St. Birgitta Pilgrimage Route

Length: 310 km
Etappen: 14

Today's Birgitta Pilgrimage Route runs from Sassnitz on the island of Rügen via the Hanseatic City of Stralsund, Güstrow, the State capital Schwerin on to Zarrenthin and on to Lower Saxony. Past masterpieces of brick Gothic, through the Sternberg Lake District and to former monasteries - this is how the pilgrimage route of St. Birgitta is believed to have been in 1341.

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Vacation home on Lake Trams

Von-Barner-Straße, 19417 Trams

Vacation home on Lake Trams //sauna//whirlpool//accessible//incl. boat

AWO SANO - Holiday Center Schwerin Lake

Alte Crivitzer Landstraße, 19063 Schwerin / Mueß

Whether it's a school trip, holiday camp, conference or holiday together - the Schwerin holiday centre offers its guests numerous opportunities for relaxation and entertainment.

BOULEVARD Hotel Old Town Schwerin

Klosterstraße, 19053 Schwerin

The BOULEVARD Hotel Schwerin Altstadt is located in a central yet quiet city center location. In just a few minutes walk you can reach the Schwerin Castle, theaters and museums, state parliament, cathedral, as well as the business and shopping centers.

Medewege farm vacations

Hauptstraße, 19055 Schwerin

Experience the unique atmosphere on one of the largest Demeter farms in Germany! Located on the northern outskirts of the State capital Schwerin, spend your vacations in the freshly renovated and converted "Old Horse Stable". After an extensive renovation, 4 vacation apartments and 5 guest rooms with a total of 30 beds have been created. Our farm store and the farm cafe are also looking forward to your visit.

Marina North / Aparthotel at Lake Heidensee

Buchenweg, 19055 Schwerin

Idyllically located on Lake Heidensee is the Aparthotel and Marina Nord with marina and sailing school.

SCHWERIN PLUS Touristik-Service GmbH Travel from Castle to Castle

Mecklenburgstraße, 19053 Schwerin

Travel from castle to castle in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: Individual trips to castles, manor houses and manor houses. We offer castle tours, walking tours with luggage transfer, bicycle tours with luggage transfer, car tours and concert tours to the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival.

Hotel Speicher am Ziegelsee Schwerin

Speicherstraße, 19055 Schwerin

Enjoy a climate-neutral overnight stay in a historic, listed granary, extensively renovated in 1998 to create a unique first-class hotel.

School hostel Raben Steinfeld

Am See, 19065 Raben Steinfeld

Our two guest houses are located on a beautiful 15,000m² natural area in the immediate vicinity of Lake Schwerin. We are easy to reach by car as well as by the Schwerin public transport. For groups up to 40 people we offer accommodation, full board and varied programs.

InterCity Hotel Schwerin

Grunthalplatz, 19053 Schwerin

Schwerin is not only the State capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, but also the oldest city in the state and a pearl with its beautiful landmark, the Schwerin Castle. Explore Schwerin and the Mecklenburg Lake District from the hotel and enjoy your stay.

Pension Bed by the Cornfield

An der Crivitzer Chaussee, 19065 Pinnow

Our pension is located near the state capital, surrounded by vast fields and trees, and is only 500 meters from the beautiful and clear Pinnow swimming lake.

Hotel & Restaurant Niederländischer Hof

Alexandrinenstraße, 19055 Schwerin

Schwerin traditional hotel in the heart of the city of Schwerin directly on the Pfaffenteich. Experience art, culture and nature.

Gasthof & Pension "Zum Fäßchen

Consrader Strasse, 19086 Plate Ortsteil Consrade

Our guesthouse and pension is surrounded by lakes and forests in the middle of the beautiful Lewitz. Here you can enjoy the countryside and are still not far from the State capital Schwerin, where many excursion opportunities await you. Especially popular are our bicycle, hiking and boat tours.

Best Western Seehotel Frankenhorst

Frankenhorst, 19055 Schwerin

Summer freshness and winter idyll on the shore of Lake Schwerin

AMEDIA Plaza Schwerin

Bleicher Ufer, 19053 Schwerin

Our hotel is located directly at the Ostorfer Lake in beautiful Schwerin.The famous Schwerin sights, such as the Schwerin Castle, the Mecklenburg State Theater and the historic Old Town are only a few minutes walk away.