Schwerin
Germany · Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · 38 m
Description
Schwerin is the capital of the German state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and one of Germany's most charming former royal residences. Surrounded by numerous lakes in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District, the city is renowned for the fairy-tale Schwerin Castle, which stands on an island in Lake Schwerin and is considered one of Europe's finest examples of Historicist architecture. Together with the Schwerin Residence Ensemble, the castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic old town, with its Gothic cathedral, Baroque Schelfstadt quarter, picturesque streets, and Mecklenburg State Theatre, reflects the city's rich ducal heritage. Schwerin combines magnificent architecture, cultural heritage, and scenic lakeside landscapes, making it one of northern Germany's most attractive travel destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: April – September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Schwerin Castle
- Schwerin Cathedral
- Old Town & Market Square
- Castle Garden (Schwerin)
- Lake Schwerin Boat Tour
- State Museum Schwerin
- Pfaffenteich
- Schelfstadt Historic Quarter
- Victory Column
- Mecklenburg State Theatre
- Schwerin Palace Orangery
- Palace Island
- Castle Museum (Schlossmuseum Schwerin)
- Schwerin Zoo
- Fauler See Nature Reserve
- Zippendorf Beach
- Schwerin TV Tower
- Lankow Lakes
- Franzosenweg
- Schleifmühle
- Old Garden
- State Chancellery
- Arsenal
- St. Paul's Church
- Schelfkirche St. Nikolai
- City Harbour
- White Fleet Cruises
- Reppin Viewpoint
- Marstall
- Greenhouse Garden
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Schwerin Hauptbahnhof, Schwerin Mitte, Schwerin-Görries
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry