Real Estate Market Schwerin & Umgebung
Median purchase price 2.098 €/sq. ft. · 8.685 listings
Arsenal
The Grand Ducal Arsenal on the south-western bank of the Pfaffenteich in Schwerin, built between 1840 and 1844, is an impressive example of Tudor Gothic architecture.
Today it serves as the seat of the state's Ministry of the Interior and combines historical architecture with a central location on the waterfront. The impressive Grand Ducal ensemble of the Arsenal stretches along the south-western bank of the Pfaffenteich. The imposing building draws the flâneur's gaze across the water and captures it. Georg Adolf Demmler drew up the plans for the Arsenal. These were implemented between 1840 and 1844 by the architects Herrmann Willebrand and Gottlieb Ruge - as an arsenal. The Grand Duke's decision to move his residence from Ludwigslust to Schwerin was also linked to the relocation of the garrison of the guard regiment. The new building was therefore to become both barracks and armory - a task for Demmler. The building included all the facilities required for military administration, namely the military court, the prison, the recruitment commission, classrooms, training rooms for the crews, a dining facility and stables. The Pfaffenteich, which had previously been located outside, was now included in the planning as an urban development motif, as further buildings soon developed there following the arsenal. As a result, the western bank had to be firmly enclosed. Grand Ducal administrative building projects provided the reason for the fortification of the area and the start of the development of the buildings. To the west, the medieval town around the historic Pfaffenteich had hardly grown at all. After the First World War, the police were housed in the Arsenal. Refugees found shelter here after the end of the Second World War until 1947. The Schwerin district administration used the large administrative complex as the headquarters of the People's Police after the GDR was founded. The style The style of the Arsenal is based on Tudor Gothic, the English late Gothic style, which is typical of the first decades of historicism. The massive towers of the central risalit and the corner pavilions are connected to the elegant canted turrets by the entire battlement crowning the eaves. The building gets its castle-like character from the continuous ashlar jointing of the wall surfaces. Refined in keeping with the times with a light coat of paint, the grand ducal administrative complex had the appearance of a representative stately palace on the waterfront. In the course of the complete renovation, the impression of a representative, stately palace on the water was lost. The Arsenal was initially used as an arsenal and after the First World War as police barracks. During the Third Reich, it was known as the Adolf Hitler Barracks. From 1945 to July 1947, it served as accommodation for refugees. After that, the building was the headquarters of the district authority of the German People's Police. Since 1990, the Arsenal has been the seat of the State Ministry of the Interior.
Other attractions in Schwerin
Easyjump trampoline park
● Schwerin
Easyjump is not only Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's largest trampoline hall but also one of the latest adventure highlights in Schwerin. EasyJump Trampoline Park & Action Arena is Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's largest trampoline hall with a total area of over 3,500 m². Whether open jump area, ninja parkour, airbag cushion or dodgeball arena with over 25 attractions, we offer fun for the whole family. Whether child, teenager or young at heart, everyone gets their money's worth here. In addition to the fun of jumping, younger guests can play and romp around in our indoor play area with an XXXL slide, wobbly bridge, ball pool and obstacle courses on 3 levels. As if that wasn't enough, the VR Arena provides a virtual experience where you can immerse yourself alone or with a friend in a multi-dimensional world full of surprises and adventures. The varied offer is extended by an arcade room. This offers fun and entertainment for young and old.
Co-Working Café table
● Schwerin
Wi-Fi, coffee, snacks, events, workshops, business punk, meetings, table tennis, fun - Schwerin's first co-working café offers something for everyone. The co-working café tisch in Schwerin is not just for working. It can also easily become your favorite place in the city. Events and activities such as flea markets, workshops, pub quizzes and regulars' table meetings or business punk: everyone is welcome here. The girls from tisch serve delicious coffee, drinks, snacks and macarons. There are sustainable and regional delicacies as well as high-speed Wi-Fi, printing facilities and table tennis. The restaurant can also be booked exclusively for your private party. On your sightseeing tour, the café in the middle of Schwerin's city center invites you to take a relaxing coffee break. Opening hours: Monday & Tuesday 07 - 16 o'clock Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Equestrian monument to Frederick Francis II in Schwerin Palace Gardens
● Schwerin
The equestrian statue of the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin stands opposite the palace on a square in the palace garden. Surrounded by flowers, rose bushes and the romantic arcades, the grounds are a highlight of the Schwerin Palace Gardens. A monument to the Grand Duke After the death of the popular Grand Duke Friedrich Franz II - the builder of the palace in Schwerin - his son commissioned the construction of a monumental statue. The object was financed by donations. It is considered to be the only historical equestrian statue in the whole of Mecklenburg. An eventful history The work by the Mecklenburg sculptor Ludwig Brunow was ceremoniously unveiled in 1893 - in the presence of high-ranking state guests such as Emperor Wilhelm II and Grand Duke Vladimir of Russia, as well as all the nobility of the Mecklenburg court. Inspired by the equestrian statues of Roman emperors and the Prussian Elector in Berlin, it was designed according to the typical, mostly military-influenced taste of the late 19th century. The figures of the Grand Duke and his horse stand on a marble plinth more than 4 meters high. The ruler's virtues The plinth is surrounded by allegories of the 4 virtues of rulers: Strength, Justice, Wisdom and Faith. Two commemorative plaques show events from Frederick Francis II's reign - the construction of the new university building in Rostock and the Grand Duke's entry into Schwerin in 1871. The monument was lucky to survive two wars and two dictatorships. It escaped being melted down for war purposes, the iconoclasm after the end of the war and being scrapped.
Events in Schwerin
28. June 2026, 15:00–17:00
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival: Beethoven and Schumann at the end
● Rittersaal
The Armida Quartet & Friends
28. June 2026, 16:00–18:00
Concert in the mill garden
● Museum Schleifmühle Schwerin
The Earwigs
01. July – 09. September 2026
Experience history: And with all your senses!
● Freilichtmuseum Schwerin-Mueß
Demonstrations several times a season on Wednesdays. Immerse yourself in the life and work of the villagers around 1900.
Accommodations auf Schwerin & Umgebung
Vacation rentals, hotels, and more in the region
AMEDIA Plaza Schwerin
● Schwerin
Our hotel is located directly on the Ostorfer See in beautiful Schwerin, just a few minutes' walk from the famous Schwerin sights such as Schwerin Castle, the Mecklenburg State Theater and the historic old town.
AWO SANO - Holiday Center Schweriner See
● Schwerin / Mueß
Whether it's a school trip, vacation camp, conference or vacation together - the Schwerin vacation center offers its guests numerous opportunities for relaxation and entertainment.
Alpaca farm on the Iserberg
● Hamberge
The alpaca farm is located in idyllic Hamberge at the end of the village. Our fascinating animals enchant all guests and vacationers!