What to do · Schwerin
Schwerin old town and cathedral
Information
- Duration
- 1 h
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages
- With a dog
- On a lead, in the streets; not inside the cathedral
What it is
The old town is a few minutes' walk from the palace, between the Burgsee and the Pfaffenteich. On the market square are the town hall and houses from various eras; a few steps away, the Cathedral of St Mary and St John, Gothic brick, with its tall tower above the rooftops. In front of it stands the monument to Henry the Lion, the duke who founded the city in the 12th century.
How it works
On foot, between the palace and the station: palace, Burgsee, square, cathedral and Pfaffenteich. An hour at an easy pace.
Frequently asked questions
Can you go into the cathedral?
It is a church in use; respect the service times.
Is it far from the palace?
About a ten-minute walk.
With a dog
