The Pfundgrube Gutshaus Rambow Hof is a treasure trove of culture and nature in the middle of the idyllic landscape of Mecklenburg Switzerland. This excursion destination offers a unique blend of historical significance and cultural diversity, nestled in the small village of Rambow.
The Rambow Hof manor house is much more than just a museum - it is a world of experience that combines history and the present in a fascinating way. The indoor and outdoor areas of the manor house contain over 14,000 exhibits, carefully curated by Peter Ramsch to offer a cross-section of global and regional cultural histories. From 1,300 unique salt and pepper shakers from around the world to 1,600 minerals and stones, each room of the manor house tells its own story.
A particular highlight is the collection of 755 sand samples from 130 countries, which illustrates the geological diversity of our planet. You can also discover the world of cartography with 60 globes ranging from 2 to 40 cm in diameter and 50 atlases documenting the development of cartography from its beginnings to the year 2010.
In addition to the cultural treasures, the Rambow estate also offers a rich selection of natural wonders. The estate's botanical garden showcases a variety of perennials and woody plants, complemented by historic roof tiles and paving stones collected from the streets and squares of Europe. This garden invites you to enjoy the botanical diversity and artistic design of nature to the full.
The grounds are also home to the domestic animal farm - a refuge for endangered domestic animal breeds. This offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of old and endangered domestic animal breeds. On this specially designed farm, visitors can experience around 250 animals of 60 different species, including breeds that hardly play a role in modern agriculture. These animals represent a rare cultural asset that must be preserved and valued in order to maintain the biodiversity and cultural heritage of our agricultural history. The variety ranges from sheep and rabbits to turkeys, geese, ducks, chickens and pigeons. Each species is presented in a way that raises awareness of its special characteristics and historical value. A visit to the Domestic Animal Farm not only provides an educational experience about agricultural diversity and heritage, but also allows for a personal encounter with animals that are otherwise rarely seen. The careful care and presentation of the animals make the Haustierhof an unforgettable part of a trip to the Rambow Hof estate.
For train enthusiasts, the Rambow Estate has a permanent exhibition of model trains, ranging from historical models to current replicas. The detailed dioramas and model train plates are not only a must for model building enthusiasts, but for anyone interested in technology and history.
Not to be forgotten is the unique collection of butter wrapping paper, consisting of 400 examples from 20 European countries, which offers an artistic look at graphic designs that many overlook in everyday life. This exhibition not only offers an insight into the creativity of graphic designers, but also conveys the effort that goes into the production of butter - a process that owner Peter Ramsch knows from his own experience.
The Gutshaus Rambow Hof is therefore more than just a destination; it is a place of encounter and learning that brings the beauty and complexity of our world closer in a vivid and fascinating way. Whether you are interested in history, nature or technology - there is something for everyone here.
A visit to Rambow is worthwhile and you can experience how the past and present come alive in Mecklenburg Switzerland.
