Schwerin: The German Town Stuck in Time
Schwerin is a gorgeous German city filled with the past and present in perfect harmony. Made into a city by Henry the Lion in 1018, the oldest city in the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern it is famous for the Schwerin Palace built on Lake Schwerin and the well-intact old town as it suffered only minor damage during World War II. Schwerin, Germany have a number of stunning lakes surrounding the region, one of which is the Schweriner See, the largest among these lakes in the area. The former settlement of Slavic Obotrite is located in the center part of this lake during the 11th century. Parchim International Airport (SZW) is your best entry point if flying in.
Best Time to Visit
Months of May to October are the best months to visit due to its general pleasant and cool weather. For those looking to fly in during the summer, Schwerin’s warm weather is from June to September.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The most famous of Schwerin, Germany’s sights is the Schwerin Castle, the former residence of the Dukes of Mecklenburg and the current seat of the state parliament. History lovers and art aficionados will surely enjoy this place as a lot of historical attractions are within close proximity to each other such as Schwerin Cathedral.
If you wish to wake up to panoramic views, Schwerin stays like Mercure Hotel Schwerin Altstadt and Hotel Am Schloß provides beautiful views and an accessible distance from the prime attractions and the train station. If you’re looking for Schwerin accommodation that serves up organic breakfast, Bio Hotel Amadeus Schwerin is an option.