Schwerin's main railway station, opened in 1847 and rich in historical architecture, is located northwest of the old town and is an important transportation hub. Its imposing station building and luxurious princely rooms are reminiscent of its imperial past. After extensive renovations, it received the "Station of the Year" award in 2008.
Schwerin's main railway station, opened in 1847, is one of the city's most important architectural landmarks and is located close to the old town. Originally built by the Mecklenburg Friedrich-Franz-Eisenbahn, the station provided the important connection between Berlin and Hamburg via the Hagenow-Schwerin line. The reception hall and the royal rooms were redesigned in the historical style by the architect Ernst Möller between 1889 and 1890. The Fürstenzimmer, richly decorated reception rooms, offered the grand ducal family and their guests a prestigious environment.
The station underwent further structural changes in 1927 with the extension of the entrance hall and adaptation to the track level. The sculpture Rescue from distress at sea by Hugo Berwald has adorned Luisenplatz in front of the station since 1910 and is a reminder of Mecklenburg's maritime history. After extensive renovation, the station was reopened in 2005 and was named "Station of the Year 2008". The square in front of the station was also renamed Grunthalplatz in memory of Marianne Grunthal. Today, around 14,000 travelers pass through Schwerin's main station every day, whose historical ambience and architectural beauty create a special travel atmosphere.
