Schwerin - the charming capital of the state Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is proud of its cultural treasures and location within a picturesque landscape of lakes and parks. The impressive architecture, the famous fairy-tale castle, the historic old town and the magnificent cathedral attract an countless cultural enthusiasts each year.

Towering above it all on its own island is the true landmark of the city: the castle. With its golden towers it seems to have jumped right out of a fairy tale and is one of the most important creations of the romantic history of Europe. With many more architectural masterpieces in Schwerin it is well on its way to becoming one of the UNESCO world heritage sites.