Things to do in Schwerin

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Schwerin Castle

Schwerin Castle is an island palace located in the center of the German city of Schwerin. It is now the seat of the German state parliament of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and used to be the palace of the Duke and Grand Duke of Mecklenburg. . This palace was gradually formed after more than a thousand years of continuous reconstruction and expansion. Its ring structure is the remains of the original Slavic castle walls. Today's castle is mainly changed and added on the basis of the old palace from 1845 to 1857. It is regarded as a masterpiece of romantic historicist architecture. The French Renaissance palace was used as a model during the renovation.

Zoo Schwerin

Located in Schwerin, Germany, Zoo Schwerin is a natural oasis in the capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Covering approximately 25 hectares, the zoo is home to around 1,700 animals representing 150 species, including rare Asiatic lions, Père David's deer (extinct in the wild), and Rothschild's giraffes. Its highlights include an 8,000-square-meter southern white rhino savanna in northern Germany and the Red List Center in the lion house, dedicated to showcasing endangered species conservation. Travelers can also experience overnight stays in treehouses or lion cabins.

Marketplace

Sport and Congress Hall Schwerin

Südufer Pfaffenteich Treppe

Ferienpark Seehof

Zippendorfer Strand

EasyJump Trampolinpark & Actionarena Schwerin

Schweriner Innensee

Schloss Wiligrad