Castles and Manors

Castle Hotels, Events and Culture

The region between the Baltic Sea and the Lake District is rich in noble manor houses from medieval times surrounded by magnificent gardens. The best thing is that many of them open their doors and invite guests to enjoy them - as an elegant restaurant, a stylish castle hotel or a special concert venue.

A bird's eye view of Schwerin Castle., © TMV/Gänsike

A castle, a park, a lake – this romantic combination is more widespread in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern than in any other European region. Between green hills, dense forests and colorful meadows lie around 2,000 castles, manor houses and manor houses picturesquely nestled in romantic parks and the vast landscape between the Baltic Sea coast and the Mecklenburg Lake District.

Around 300 of these stately properties invite visitors to stroll, relax and enjoy themselves as museums, concert halls and event venues or as stylish hostels. Some are also very popular as romantic wedding venues.

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The most beautiful castles in the country

The most imposing residences have been left behind by the Dukes of Mecklenburg: The Renaissance palace of Güstrow, the baroque complex of the town of Ludwigslust, the Schloss Schwerin as a prime example of romantic historicism and the classicist palace of Hohenzieritz were built primarily for representative purposes . This was followed by entire town ensembles such as Putbus and Neustrelitz, as well as noble summer residences and playful hunting lodges such as Granitz and Gelbensande.

These grand and royal estates offer visitors fascinating insights and views - starting from the panoramic views of the Baltic Sea island of Rügen, from the 1000-year history of the Mecklenburg dukes to the most extensive collection of Dutch paintings from the Golden Age in Europe.

Visit castles and gardens

The most magnificent castles from Schwerin to Hohenzieritz are now in the care of the state. They are considered cultural-historical jewels, venerable witnesses of time and outstanding storytellers.

  1. © Stadt Güstrow

    Güstrow castle garden

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    Güstrow Castle

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  3. Palace garden with orangery in Neustrelitz, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

    Neustrelitz Palace Gardens

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  4. Mirow Castle at dusk, © SSGK M-V / Timm Allrich

    Mirow Castle

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  5. View of the Grand Duke's throne room in the living and state apartments of Schwerin Castle Museum, © Lothar Steiner © Staatliches Museum Schwerin

    Schwerin Castle Museum

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  6. Ludwigslust Castle with reflection in the pond "Karauschen", © SSGK MV / Jörn Lehmann

    Ludwigslust Castle

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  7. © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

    Granitz hunting lodge

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  8. © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

    Wiligrad Castle

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  9. © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

    Hohenzieritz Castle

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  10. © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

    Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

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  11. Dreamlike location: Scherin Castle on a small island in Schwerin Lake, © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

    Schwerin Palace

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Spend the Night in the Castle

Today, many former residences of princes and landed gentry offer stylishly furnished apartments and rooms, often with beautiful terraces and gardens. From small idyllic country houses for two to family-oriented organic hotels, equestrian lodges and monastery hostels to wellness and golf hotels, the range of accommodation on offer is perfect for a royal . The latter can be found, for example, at the neo-baroque Schloss Fleesensee in the Mecklenburg Lake District.

Passion manor house in the Peene Valley

The Peene Valley in the heart of Western Pomerania is also full of such cultural treasures: The romantic Hotel Schloss Neetzow in the style of English country estates is one of the most striking manor houses that give expression to a historicist-romantic architectural concept. The Gutshof Liepen, with its country-style rooms, works sustainably and refines the restaurant's cuisine with herbs and salads from its own harvest. The moated castle Quilow, a Renaissance building and monument of national value, was renovated and reopened in 2020 for exhibitions, concerts, readings and workshops. The three houses are beautifully connected by the Peene Valley River Landscape Nature Park.

Events in Schlössern

Music, dancing, good food and socializing have always been part and parcel of high society. Today, the facilities are open to the general public and serve as a unique backdrop for unforgettable cultural events.

To in June and to the öffnen many manor and castle lords open their doors and attract guests with a varied cultural program in the impressive historic Gemäuer, while the initiative invites individual travelers to enjoy culinary delights and stimulating conversations in Mecklenburg ParkLand. The MV Festival brings numerous castles such as Ulrichshusen, Schwiessel and Kummerow to life and the takes place in June and July against the imposing backdrop of Schwerin Castle.

Other recurring events in castles, castle parks and stately homes:

Staying in Castle Hotels, Manor Houses and Mansions

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    Hotel Neustadt-Glewe Castle

    • Schlossfreiheit, 19306 Neustadt-Glewe

    Nestled in the charming landscape of the Thousand Lakes Mecklenburg, on the edge of the protected landscape area Lewitz, a wonderful stay awaits you in our 4-star hotel. The castle inspires with baroque splendor, 1,600 m² of lush stucco work and 32 chimneys richly decorated with rosettes, cornices and figures. With branch office of the registry office for a dream wedding in the castle.

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    Amber Castle & Amber Land Wendorf

    • Schlossallee, 19412 Wendorf

    Unique castle suites, double rooms in the residence as well as modern holiday homes, flats & chalets nestled in the beautiful nature of the Schwerin Lakeland - maximum comfort for an unforgettable holiday. Experiences on site: sauna, wellness, swimming lake, horse riding, cycling, SUP and canoeing.

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  • The Liepen moated castle and the servants' quarters can be reached from the park via a small wooden bridge., © Burmeister

    Liepen moated castle

    • Liepen, 17139 Liepen

    Liepen moated castle is located on an island surrounded by an idyllic park. It was built in the 15th century by the Count Hahn family, who live here again today. The medieval vaulted cellar belongs to the oldest part of the castle complex and can be visited

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    Drostenhaus Feldberg

    • Amtsplatz, 17258 Feldberger Seenlandschaft

    The manor house with vacation apartments for 2 to 8 persons and double rooms is located on a quiet peninsula on the outskirts of the village. It offers a spacious outdoor area with swimming area, sunbathing lawn, seating areas, barbecue area and lake sauna. Breakfast is possible.

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    Landscape Park and Castle Raben Steinfeld

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    • Forststraße, 19065 Raben Steinfeld

    The landscape park was originally designed by court gardener Theodor Klett and belonged to a grand ducal estate. The English-style park on a steep bank above Lake Schwerin incorporates existing trees and opened up to the landscape and the village of Raben Steinfeld with picturesque view axes.

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  • © B. Siebenbürgen

    Honey and pumpkin farm Gutshaus Behrenshagen

    • Gutshofstraße, 18320 Behrenshagen

    Walking under old trees. Search for peace - feel silence - discover garden culture combined with regional products.

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    Büttelkow Manor

    • Hof, 18230 Büttelkow

    The manor house Büttelkow is a house with soul and flair - and not too far from the sea. Lots of nature, organic and fantastically located, a listed gem with a special ambience, partly preserved in its original state.

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  • Kummerow Castle - the south facade, © Alexander Rudolph

    Kummerow Castle

    • Am Schloss, 17139 Kummerow

    The baroque palace on the shores of Lake Kummerow was renovated to the highest standards of historic preservation. The castle houses a private collection of modern art with a focus on international photography.

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  • © Christin Drühl

    Manor house Luplow

    • Lindenallee, 17091 Rosenow

    Built around 1760, the single-storey, 9-axis manor house with a two-storey central risalit has a fully developed mansard roof.

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    Lühburg Castle

    • Lühburg, 17179 Walkendorf

    Mecklenburg ParkLand: old manor houses, open manors, parks & gardens, moat, island, nature, vastness, tranquility, ambience, sightseeing, cycling, bathing, hunting, fishing, horseback riding - or just enjoy: relax in your favorite apartment at Schloss Lühburg, our guest service is prepared for almost all wishes.

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  • The manor house, © Jürgen Höfer

    Manor house Lexow

    • Dorfstraße, 17213 Lexow

    A simple manor house, very tastefully renovated in a dreamlike location in the Mecklenburg Lake District with vacation apartments and bed & breakfast rooms, a small café and restaurant. Ideal also for small groups and workations.

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  • © Gutshaus Schwiessel

    Old manor house Schwiessel

    • Zum Park, 17168 Schwiessel

    The Old Manor House is now run as a boarding house and houses the hunting school.

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  • Manour House Rossin in renovation, © Verein Schlösser und Herrenhäuser MV / Lars  Schoenherr

    Rossin manor house

    • Dorfstraße, 17398 Rossin

    The Rossin manor house dates back to the 19th century.

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  • Üselitz Estate on the Island of Rügen, © Gut Üselitz / Ulrike Meutzner

    Üselitz Estate

    • Üselitz, 18574 Poseritz

    Vacation in one of the seven apartments or rent the entire manor house and estate park exclusively with family or friends. Gut Üselitz offers a wide range of opportunities for relaxing, unforgettable days in a secluded location steeped in nature and history.

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  • Exterior view of Settin manor house, © Resort Gut Settin

    Manor house Settin am See

    • Crivitzer Strasse, 19089 Tramm OT Settin

    The Gut Settin resort is situated in a secluded location by the lake. The manor house with its stylish ambience, including the 10 double rooms, is exclusively available to guests. Under the motto "There is strength in tranquillity", it allows you to relax and concentrate on efficient work (workation, offsites...).

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  • Broock Castle with Lenné Park, 2013, © Christian Schmidt

    Broock Castle and Estate

    • Gutshof Broock, 17129 Alt Tellin

    Broock Castle, once the social center of the region and the largest private stud farm in Vorpommern, will be developed into a supra-regional conference and cultural center in the coming years.

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  • Renaissance castle Gadebusch

    • Johann-Stelling-Straße, 19205 Gadebusch

    The Renaissance castle from 1573 is especially known for the detailed terracotta decorations on the facade. Currently, the 16th century building is undergoing extensive renovation. The castle can be visited on guided tours during events such as the Open Monument Day.

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  • Touching, hearing and seeing, you can learn amazing things about ospreys, pikes and yellow fire beetles at the National Park Information Boek, © Nationalparkamt Müritz

    Boek Manor House / National Park Information

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    • Boeker Straße, 17248 Boek

    Accessible exhibition "The fishermen of Boek

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    Friedrichshof Manor

    • Kastanienallee, 18299 Dolgen

    The manor house is a family-run hotel with restaurant, hunting room, cellar bar and sun terrace. It is situated in a single location at the Hohen Sprenzer See in the hills of Mecklenburg Switzerland.

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    Dairy farm Alt Sührkow

    • Open today
    • Schlossstraße, 17166 Alt-Sührkow

    Farm with farm store and farm restaurant in the manor house

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Culture in the Castle

As places of culture, these castles and estates with their historical flair provide an atmospheric ambience and unique experiences at exhibitions, culinary events, galas, concerts, cabaret or historical spectacles.

  1. Broock Castle with Lenné Park, 2013, © Christian Schmidt

    Broock Castle and Estate

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    Granitz hunting lodge

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  3. Country house Kölzow Castle

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  4. Rostock Baroque Hall

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  5. © SSGK M-V / Timm Allrich

    Güstrow Castle

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    Hohenzieritz Castle

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  7. Palace garden with orangery in Neustrelitz, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

    Neustrelitz Palace Gardens

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    Manor house Landsdorf

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  9. © Herrenhaus Vogelsang / DOMUS Images Alexander Rudolph

    Vogelsang Manor

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  10. Ludwigslust Castle with reflection in the pond "Karauschen", © SSGK MV / Jörn Lehmann

    Ludwigslust Castle

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  11. © Schloss Hohendorf

    Hohendorf Castle

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  12. Dreamlike location: Scherin Castle on a small island in Schwerin Lake, © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

    Schwerin Palace

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    Quilow moated castle

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    Wiligrad Castle

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  15. Hessenburg manor house park view, © Gutshaus Hessenburg / Philipp Obkircher

    Crane Hotel and Museum in Hessenburg Manor House

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  16. © Gutshaus Gremmelin

    Gremmelin Estate

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  17. © Tourismusverband Mecklenburg-Schwerin

    Fort Dömitz (exhibition “Im Grunde“)

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  18. © P.A. Kroehnert

    State Stud Redefin

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  19. The Liepen moated castle and the servants' quarters can be reached from the park via a small wooden bridge., © Burmeister

    Liepen moated castle

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  20. The Gusthaus Hohen Luckow, built around 1700., © Frank Burger

    Hohen Luckow Manor

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    Museum in the hunting lodge Gelbensande

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  22. © Schloss Hasenwinkel

    Hasenwinkel Castle

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  23. © Schloss Plüschow

    Plüschow Castle - Mecklenburg House of Artists

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  24. © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

    Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

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  25. © 3 Königinnen Palais

    3 Queens Palace

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  26. © Kathleen Stutz

    Ulrichshusen Castle

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  27. Mirow Castle at dusk, © SSGK M-V / Timm Allrich

    Mirow Castle

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  28. Stolpe Castle

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  29. Ludwigsburg Palace

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  30. Kummerow Castle - the south facade, © Alexander Rudolph

    Kummerow Castle

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  8. The Flower Queen and Mirow Castle

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