Schwerin Holidays 2012

Schwerin at a Glance

Schwerin is the capital of Mecklenburg Vorpommern, a region full of fairy-tale castles and palaces and its capital city is definitely no exception. Most well known for its breath taking palace, Schwerin is a city of diverse cultural attractions, unique historical buildings as well as the spectacular scenery it offers of the surrounding areas.

Ideal for...

• Families looking for a city holiday with plenty of culture and activities.
• Couples looking for an exciting and varied city break.
• Groups wanting to discover a fairy-tale like location.

Top Attractions in Schwerin

• The city is known as an all year round venue, as there are hundreds of musical events held throughout the city every year. There are also a number of cultural festivals such as; the Film & Arts festival as well as the famous Mäkelborg Christmas Market.
• This fascinating city is surrounded by natural lakes and is a beautiful blend of history and modern culture. Schwerin sits on the shore of Lake Schwerin, one of Germany’s largest lakes, making it the ideal place for all types of water sports.
• The forests of the area are enchanting a filled with activities for holidaymakers.
• Schwerin Castle, also known as the Schwerin Palace, is the perfect fairy-tale castle. Sitting on a small island in the middle of Lake Schwerin, this spectacular building was once home to the Grand Dukes of Mecklenburg and is one of the greatest examples of historic European architecture that is still standing, an absolute must see attraction of the city.
• Lake Pfaffenteich is an artificial lake in the centre of the city which was once originally a pond. Around the lake are some of the most beautiful and significant buildings of the city, which can be viewed on a tour of the lake on a small ferry.
• The Alter Garden was originally the garden of Schwerin Castle, but today it is one of the most impressive squares in the city. Every year the Open Air Opera Festival is held in this magnificent setting.
• The Schelfstadt region of the town was originally built as a new town centre for the city to encourage business and trade. It is a beautiful example of historical architecture and the cobbled streets and timber framed houses are a charming place to visit.

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