Schwerin

The city of Schwerin is surrounded by many lakes and its centre is dominated by a magnificent castle. We enjoyed many excursions and learned a lot about a beautiful and historic city that was once part of East Germany.  

  • Schwerin Castle
    Schwerin Castle

    This castle seems straight out of a fairy tale and dominates the centre of town.

  • Molli
    Molli

    The Molli steam train is a narrow gauge service, which can take you on a delightful tour.

  • Make way for Molli!
    Make way for Molli!

    Molli winds her way along the narrow streets busy with tourists.

  • The Potato Mouse
    The Potato Mouse

    We spilt into two groups: half of our group travelled to lunch in a horse-drawn cart...

  • Canal Cruise
    Canal Cruise

    ...the other half sipped schnapps as they sailed to lunch along the canal.

  • Messing about in boats
    Messing about in boats

    The canal was busy with many pleasure boats.

  • Barbecue
    Barbecue

    Our two groups came together for a lunch of barbecued bratwurst and beer.

  • All change!
    All change!

    We swapped modes of transport for the return journey.

  • Farewell Garden Party
    Farewell Garden Party

    Time to eat, drink and be merry for tomorrow we say goodbye.

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