Castles and Manors

Castle Hotels, Events and Culture

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

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.

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 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.

The topics at a glance:

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.

Bird's eye view of Granitz hunting lodge, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Granitz hunting lodge

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Feston avenue to Bothmer Castle, © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

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© Stadt Güstrow

Güstrow castle garden

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Exterior view of Hohenzieritz Castle, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Hohenzieritz Castle

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

Neustrelitz Palace Gardens

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© Lothar Steiner © Staatliches Museum Schwerin

Schwerin Castle Museum

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Güstrow Castle is one of the most important Renaissance castles in northern Europe, © SSGK M-V / Timm Allrich

Güstrow Castle

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

Schwerin Palace

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

Ludwigslust Castle

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

Mirow Castle

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© SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Wiligrad Castle

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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 wonderful 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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Bird's eye view of Granitz hunting lodge, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Granitz hunting lodge

  • Open today
  • Jagdschloss Granitz, 18609 Binz

Granitz hunting lodge is one of the most popular destinations on the island of Rügen

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Schorssow lakeside castle with plenty of open space, © Seeschloss Schorssow

Lake castle Schorssow

  • Am Haussee, 17166 Schorssow

In the land of hills and old trees, nestled in the nature park Mecklenburg Switzerland, lies the lake castle Schorssow directly on the idyllic Haussee. The English landscape park, which appears like an island between the lake and the brooks, creates a pleasant tranquility.

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Feston avenue to Bothmer Castle, © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

  • Open today
  • Am Park, 23948 Klütz

Bothmer Castle is one of the largest baroque palaces in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It was built in 1726-1732 by the architect Johann Friedrich Künnecke. The builder was Imperial Count Hans Caspar von Bothmer.

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Exterior view hunting lodge Kotelow, © Jagdschloss Kotelow

Kotelow hunting lodge

  • Schlossallee, 17099 Kotelow

The manor has belonged to the v. Oertzen family since 1672. The single-story baroque house, built in 1773, ends with a mansard roof. The courtyard entrance is gabled over a beautiful oak entrance door with a frontispiece. On the garden side there is a 3-axis central risalit with a terrace in front. Old wooden floorboards are preserved in the interiors. The house was extensively and authentically renovated and is now open to guests as a hunting lodge.

Read more: "Kotelow hunting lodge"
© Britta 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.

Read more: "Honey and pumpkin farm Gutshaus Behrenshagen"
© Frank Burger

Manor house Dummerstorf

  • Hof, 18196 Dummerstorf

The Dummerstorf manor house is one of the oldest manor houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and is a listed building.

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Exterior view of the pretty manor house, © Gutshaus Klein Kussewitz

Manor house Klein Kussewitz

  • Am Gutshaus, 18184 Klein Kussewitz

The lovingly restored Klein Kussewitz manor house offers the perfect setting for relaxing days in a special ambience and is a place to take a deep breath and linger at any time of year.

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© Gutshaus Belitz

Belitz manor house

  • Zum Gutshaus, 17168 Belitz

The owners of the house offer guided tours in the originally designed rooms. Coffee and cake are offered in the "Leutestube", Mecklenburg specialties are available in the "Kontor".

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© Herrenhaus Samow

Samow Manor

  • Samow, 17179 Behren-Lüpchin

Our manor house Samow offers a unique ambience and thus the ideal setting for your events.

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© TMV/Gohlke

Manor house Landsdorf

  • Dorfstraße, 18465 Landsdorf

The 19th century manor house Landsdorf is part of a listed ensemble and the centerpiece of a landscape park of about 7ha.

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© Andreas Libor

Zietlitz manor house

  • Serrahner Straße, 18292 Zietlitz

Your hosts Tatjana and Michael Schiller welcome you to the Mecklenburg Lake District, almost at the edge of the world.

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Part of the estate with manor house, © WERK Gut WOHNEN Schlatkow

The manor complex Schlatkow

  • Schlatkow, 17390 Schlatkow

The manor complex Schlatkow has a long history.

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© TMV/Gohlke

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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© 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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© DOMUSImages

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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© Hotel Gutshaus Stellshagen Cordes e.K.

Hotel Gutshaus Parin

  • Am Wirtschaftshof, 23948 Parin

Quiet and idyllic is the bio and health hotel Gutshaus Parin in the middle of the Mecklenburg nature.

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© Jolanta Grenke

Wild herbs Gutshaus Ramin

  • Dorfstr., 17321 Ramin

The Gutshaus Ramin is a diverse and versatile meeting place for events of all kinds and educational programs with a focus on regional, sustainable, traditional nutrition. With a focus on wild herbs, which grow in great variety in the manor house park.

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© TV MS / A. Vones

Schwechower Obstbrennerei (fruit distillery)

  • Open today
  • Am Park, 19230 Schwechow

Gut Schwechow is about 40 km southwest of Schwerin, in the scenic Biosphere Reserve Flusslandschaft Elbe, surrounded by large apple orchards. Schwechow fruit brandy is distilled only from the finest, most aromatic fruits.

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© TMV/D. Gohlke

Dairy farm Alt Sührkow

  • Closed today
  • Schlossstraße, 17166 Alt-Sührkow

Farm with farm store and farm restaurant in the manor house

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© Gernot Pohl 2019

Hohenbrünzow Castle & Estate

  • Hohenbrünzow, 17111 Hohenmocker

Four generations under one roof - Kulturgut Hohenbrünzow is gradually becoming a free space for artists, a place of encounter - which promotes culture and education and places value on sustainability.

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Bird's eye view of Granitz hunting lodge, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Granitz hunting lodge

  • Open today
  • Jagdschloss Granitz, 18609 Binz

Granitz hunting lodge is one of the most popular destinations on the island of Rügen

Read more: "Granitz hunting lodge"
Schorssow lakeside castle with plenty of open space, © Seeschloss Schorssow

Lake castle Schorssow

  • Am Haussee, 17166 Schorssow

In the land of hills and old trees, nestled in the nature park Mecklenburg Switzerland, lies the lake castle Schorssow directly on the idyllic Haussee. The English landscape park, which appears like an island between the lake and the brooks, creates a pleasant tranquility.

Read more: "Lake castle Schorssow"
Feston avenue to Bothmer Castle, © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

  • Open today
  • Am Park, 23948 Klütz

Bothmer Castle is one of the largest baroque palaces in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It was built in 1726-1732 by the architect Johann Friedrich Künnecke. The builder was Imperial Count Hans Caspar von Bothmer.

Read more: "Bothmer Castle & Castle Park"
Exterior view hunting lodge Kotelow, © Jagdschloss Kotelow

Kotelow hunting lodge

  • Schlossallee, 17099 Kotelow

The manor has belonged to the v. Oertzen family since 1672. The single-story baroque house, built in 1773, ends with a mansard roof. The courtyard entrance is gabled over a beautiful oak entrance door with a frontispiece. On the garden side there is a 3-axis central risalit with a terrace in front. Old wooden floorboards are preserved in the interiors. The house was extensively and authentically renovated and is now open to guests as a hunting lodge.

Read more: "Kotelow hunting lodge"
© Britta 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.

Read more: "Honey and pumpkin farm Gutshaus Behrenshagen"
© Frank Burger

Manor house Dummerstorf

  • Hof, 18196 Dummerstorf

The Dummerstorf manor house is one of the oldest manor houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and is a listed building.

Read more: "Manor house Dummerstorf"
Exterior view of the pretty manor house, © Gutshaus Klein Kussewitz

Manor house Klein Kussewitz

  • Am Gutshaus, 18184 Klein Kussewitz

The lovingly restored Klein Kussewitz manor house offers the perfect setting for relaxing days in a special ambience and is a place to take a deep breath and linger at any time of year.

Read more: "Manor house Klein Kussewitz"
© Gutshaus Belitz

Belitz manor house

  • Zum Gutshaus, 17168 Belitz

The owners of the house offer guided tours in the originally designed rooms. Coffee and cake are offered in the "Leutestube", Mecklenburg specialties are available in the "Kontor".

Read more: "Belitz manor house"
© Herrenhaus Samow

Samow Manor

  • Samow, 17179 Behren-Lüpchin

Our manor house Samow offers a unique ambience and thus the ideal setting for your events.

Read more: "Samow Manor"
© TMV/Gohlke

Manor house Landsdorf

  • Dorfstraße, 18465 Landsdorf

The 19th century manor house Landsdorf is part of a listed ensemble and the centerpiece of a landscape park of about 7ha.

Read more: "Manor house Landsdorf"
© Andreas Libor

Zietlitz manor house

  • Serrahner Straße, 18292 Zietlitz

Your hosts Tatjana and Michael Schiller welcome you to the Mecklenburg Lake District, almost at the edge of the world.

Read more: "Zietlitz manor house"
Part of the estate with manor house, © WERK Gut WOHNEN Schlatkow

The manor complex Schlatkow

  • Schlatkow, 17390 Schlatkow

The manor complex Schlatkow has a long history.

Read more: "The manor complex Schlatkow"
© TMV/Gohlke

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.

Read more: "Hotel Neustadt-Glewe Castle"
© 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.

Read more: "Üselitz Estate"
© DOMUSImages

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.

Read more: "Büttelkow Manor"
© Hotel Gutshaus Stellshagen Cordes e.K.

Hotel Gutshaus Parin

  • Am Wirtschaftshof, 23948 Parin

Quiet and idyllic is the bio and health hotel Gutshaus Parin in the middle of the Mecklenburg nature.

Read more: "Hotel Gutshaus Parin"
© Jolanta Grenke

Wild herbs Gutshaus Ramin

  • Dorfstr., 17321 Ramin

The Gutshaus Ramin is a diverse and versatile meeting place for events of all kinds and educational programs with a focus on regional, sustainable, traditional nutrition. With a focus on wild herbs, which grow in great variety in the manor house park.

Read more: "Wild herbs Gutshaus Ramin"
© TV MS / A. Vones

Schwechower Obstbrennerei (fruit distillery)

  • Open today
  • Am Park, 19230 Schwechow

Gut Schwechow is about 40 km southwest of Schwerin, in the scenic Biosphere Reserve Flusslandschaft Elbe, surrounded by large apple orchards. Schwechow fruit brandy is distilled only from the finest, most aromatic fruits.

Read more: "Schwechower Obstbrennerei (fruit distillery)"
© TMV/D. Gohlke

Dairy farm Alt Sührkow

  • Closed today
  • Schlossstraße, 17166 Alt-Sührkow

Farm with farm store and farm restaurant in the manor house

Read more: "Dairy farm Alt Sührkow"
© Gernot Pohl 2019

Hohenbrünzow Castle & Estate

  • Hohenbrünzow, 17111 Hohenmocker

Four generations under one roof - Kulturgut Hohenbrünzow is gradually becoming a free space for artists, a place of encounter - which promotes culture and education and places value on sustainability.

Read more: "Hohenbrünzow Castle & Estate"
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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.

© 3 Königinnen Palais Mirow

3 Queens Palace

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Feston avenue to Bothmer Castle, © SSGK MV / Timm Allrich

Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

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© Christian Schmidt

Broock Castle and Estate

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© Landhaus Schloss Kölzow/Detlef von der Lühe

Country house Kölzow Castle

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© Gutshaus Hessenburg / Philipp Obkircher

Crane Hotel and Museum in Hessenburg Manor House

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© Tourismusverband Mecklenburg-Schwerin

Fort Dömitz (exhibition “Im Grunde“)

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Bird's eye view of Granitz hunting lodge, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Granitz hunting lodge

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© Gut Gremmelin

Gremmelin Estate

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Güstrow Castle is one of the most important Renaissance castles in northern Europe, © SSGK M-V / Timm Allrich

Güstrow Castle

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© Schloss Hasenwinkel

Hasenwinkel Castle

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© Frank Burger

Hohen Luckow Manor

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© Schloss Hohendorf

Hohendorf Castle

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Exterior view of Hohenzieritz Castle, © SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Hohenzieritz Castle

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© Alexander Rudolph

Kummerow Castle

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© Burmeister

Liepen moated castle

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© TMV/Tiemann

Ludwigsburg Palace

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

Ludwigslust Castle

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© TMV/Gohlke

Manor house Landsdorf

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

Mirow Castle

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© Verein

Museum in the hunting lodge Gelbensande

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

Neustrelitz Palace Gardens

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© Schloss Plüschow

Plüschow Castle - Mecklenburg House of Artists

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© TMV/Gänsicke

Quilow moated castle

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© Angelika Schulz

Rostock Baroque Hall

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

Schwerin Palace

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© P.A. Kroehnert

State Stud Redefin

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© TMV/S.Fischer

Stolpe Castle

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Exterior view Ulrichshusen Castle in spring, © Kathleen Stutz

Ulrichshusen Castle

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© Herrenhaus Vogelsang / DOMUS Images Alexander Rudolph

Vogelsang Manor

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© SSGK MV / Funkhaus Creative

Wiligrad Castle

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