The Reimanns - Chat Hour with Manu & Konny
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ℹ️Practical info — Schwerin
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Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Visit Schwerin Castle early in the morning or during the golden hour for crowd-free photos.
- A boat tour with the "Weiße Flotte" (White Fleet) gives the best perspective of the castle and the city.
- "Petermännchen" is the legendary castle ghost-look out for little statues of him around town.
- Park slightly outside the old town and use the pedestrian-friendly paths into the center.
🍽 Food
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Mecklenburger Rippenbraten
Try this stuffed roast pork in the rustic restaurants of the historic old town.
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Fresh pike-perch
Enjoy freshly caught fish in one of the many restaurants located right on the lakes.
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Coffee at the Pfaffenteich
Relax in the cafes surrounding this urban water basin with a view of the fountain.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Schlosspark-Center
For major shopping, this inner-city mall features a wide selection of stores.
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Schmiedestraße
Stroll through the small streets of the old town for boutiques and local crafts.
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Schwerin marzipan
Buy local marzipan as a sweet souvenir in traditional confectioneries.
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Burggarten
This small garden right by the castle features romantic, quiet corners away from the mainstream.
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Shores of the Ziegelsee
A walk here is much more relaxed than along the busy Schwerin Lake.
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Schlossgarten
The expansive baroque avenues of the castle gardens invite you for long, tranquil walks.
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Schwerin is the capital of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and the smallest state capital in Germany. The city is located within a scenic landscape of seven lakes, with Lake Schwerin being the largest and most prominent among them. The city's architectural centerpiece is Schwerin Castle, situated on an island in the lake, which served as the residence of the Dukes of Mecklenburg for centuries. Most of the current romanticist structure was built between 1845 and 1857 and now serves as the seat of the state parliament. In addition to the castle, the Gothic Schwerin Cathedral is a major landmark, characterized by its towering spire. The historic old town and the Schelfstadt district offer well-preserved half-timbered houses and neoclassical buildings that testify to its long history as a royal seat. Schwerin harmoniously combines nature, culture, and politics, establishing itself as a vital administrative and service center in Northern Germany despite its modest size.
- Location: Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany
- Top sights: Schwerin Castle · Schwerin Cathedral · State Museum Schwerin
- Nearby: Gadebusch (20 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| Rain mm | 63 | 48 | 47 | 38 | 53 | 64 | 82 | 65 | 53 | 56 | 54 | 63 |
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Geography
Facts
- Schwerin is Germany's smallest state capital, with a population of around 96,000 people.
- Schwerin Castle contains exactly 635 rooms featuring lavish interior decorations.
- The city was first documented in 1018 as the site of a Slavic fortification.
- Lake Schwerin covers 61 square kilometers, making it the second largest lake in Northern Germany.
- Schwerin Cathedral is the city's only major example of Brick Gothic architecture.
- The Mecklenburg State Theatre in Schwerin is among the most significant cultural venues in the state.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Schwerin Castle open?
The museum is open Tue-Sun from 10 am to 6 pm (summer) or 5 pm (winter). Closed on Mondays.
Who is Petermännchen?
He is the legendary castle ghost of Schwerin who watches over the rightful rulers.
Can you take a boat tour on Lake Schwerin?
Yes, the Weiße Flotte features cruises that start at the pier right by the castle.
How far is the city center from the castle?
The castle is on an island right at the edge of the old town, only about a 10-minute walk to the market square.
Is there an entry fee for the castle gardens?
Access to the castle gardens and the castle courtyard is free for visitors.
Schwerin: where is it located?
Schwerin is located in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany.
Schwerin: what is there to see?
Highlights include Schwerin Castle, Schwerin Cathedral, State Museum Schwerin.
Schwerin: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Schwerin: why is it worth visiting?
Schwerin is the capital of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and the smallest state capital in Germany.
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