Parchim
7 Attractions
Old town hall in Parchim
● Parchim
The impressive Parchim town hall with its unique cellar dates back to the 14th century. The Parchim town hall rises impressively from the market square. It is a building with an impressive history and tradition. As the actual administrative seat, it was also the seat of a court, a food store for foreign troops, a stable, a barn and a wine cellar. The cellar with its cross-ribbed vaults, which are supported in the middle of the room by massive brick octagonal pillars, still retains much of its former appearance. This Gothic town hall cellar is unparalleled far and wide. The town hall is part of the European Route of Brick Gothic. Guided tours of the town hall for groups, especially school classes or kindergarten groups, can be organized on request. The robber Vieting visits the town hall cellar as part of the "Pea Trail" costume tour. Soon after Parchim became a town (documented in 1225/26), it built a town hall on the market square and the independent new town of Parchim, which was founded around 1246, also had its own town hall. After the unification of the two parts of the town in 1282, meetings of the councillors took place in the town hall of the old town. In 1481, the town hall became the seat of the town's financial administration. From 1667 to 1708, the town hall housed the highest regional court, the Mecklenburg Land and Court Court. However, the town administration was primarily based in the new Ratsbude, built in 1669, which no longer exists today. From the fall of 1818, the town hall was used to house the High Court of Appeal for Mecklenburg-Schwerin and Mecklenburg-Strelitz. On 01.10.1840, the Mecklenburg Supreme Court of Appeal was moved from Parchim to Rostock. Since then, the town hall has once again been the seat of the administration and still is today. The town hall was completely renovated between 1993 and 1998.
Specialist bicycle store Fricke
● Parchim
Specialist bicycle store Fricke Fahrrad Fricke offers a wide range of bicycles from all areas of cycling. Accessories for the individual bikes and clothing are also sold. Try out the model of your choice on a test ride and see for yourself. Opening hours: Monday - Friday 09:00 - 13:00 and 15:00 - 18:00 Saturday 09:00 - 12:00 (workshop closed)
MAHLWERK Restaurant & Café
● Parchim
Our restaurant is located in the historic building of the former “Eldemühle” The MAHLWERK restaurant and café offers a delightful dining experience, featuring an open kitchen and a magnificent view of the Elde River.
Moltke Memorial Parchim
● Parchim
The birthplace of Prussian Field Marshal Helmuth von Moltke presents an interesting collection of the Parchim man's military, scientific and literary achievements. Prussian Field Marshal Helmuth von Moltke was a member of the Mecklenburg aristocracy and, in his role as Chief of the General Staff, played a key role in the victories in the three wars of unification (German-Danish War 1864, German War 1866, German-French War 1870/71). Helmuth von Moltke's birthplace is located at Lange Straße 28 in Parchim. On May 26, 1994, the Moltke Memorial was opened in this house. It was set up by the Moltke Foundation Berlin in cooperation with the Parchim Museum. Visitors are given an insight into the life and work of this personality, who was born in Parchim on October 26, 1800 and died in Berlin on April 24, 1891. Moltke's relationship to his native town and his military, scientific and literary achievements are presented in display cases and on panels. Special tip: Get to know the town of Parchim with "Count Moltke" on a costume tour.
Papillon Delikat
● Parchim
The PAPILLON DELIKAT stands for culinary delights. We offer great snacks, fine wines and spirits, as well as sweets, oils and spices. Plus delicacies from our own production for you at home or to give as gifts. We try to buy as regionally and seasonally as possible and also use organic and fair trade products. Once the lockdown is over, you can of course sit and enjoy your meal with us again, even in an exclusive private setting. And if you like, we can turn your party or event into a tasty highlight and provide you with customized catering. Come and visit us, because that will give you the best impression! Payment methods: cash, EC, credit card, PayPal
Parish church of St. Marien Parchim
● Parchim
The silhouette of the town of Parchim in the Mecklenburg-Schwerin region is dominated by St. Mary's Church, an impressive example of late Romanesque church buildings in Mecklenburg. The parish church of St. Mary impressively shapes the skyline of the town of Parchim and is a legendary brick building on a fieldstone base from the period of transition from late Romanesque to early Gothic. The church was consecrated in 1278 and is part of the European Route of Brick Gothic The most valuable parts of the interior include the bronze baptismal font from 1365, the carved winged altar with 24 saints from the 15th century, a Renaissance pulpit from 1601 and an organ from 1670/80. Also noteworthy are the Jewish gravestones from the 13th/14th century. Visits Visits are possible on request during the renovation.
Wine & Spirit Parchim
● Parchim
Wine & Spirit has been THE meeting place for connoisseurs in Parchim since 2018. Virtually all gins from MV as well as many Mecklenburg brandies and liqueurs are available for tasting before purchase. A humidor houses a hand-picked selection of cigars and a small range of delicatessen products - from local venison and honey, pasta, oil and spices to fine sweets - allows you to put together exclusive, personal gifts. Regular tasting events, which can also be booked privately, round off the offer.
2 accommodations in Parchim
Brocki's Hotel City of Hamburg
● Parchim
Welcome to our family-run hotel in the center of the romantic district town of Parchim! Located directly at the Eldeschleuse, the traditional hotel offers cozy accommodation for 30 guests in modern and comfortable rooms. Ask about our various arrangements, there is a lot to discover in Parchim...
Café & Pension "Am Brunnen"
● Parchim
Our guesthouse is located directly on the banks of the Elde.
5 Dates
Running – until 25. June 2026
The robbers
● Kulturmühle Parchim
after Friedrich Schiller in a new adaptation by David Stöhr and Dirk Brauner for ages 12 and up
Running – until 26. June 2026
Not of this world or The astronaut must continue
● Kulturmühle Parchim
A play developed by David Stöhr and ensemble on the subject of "Mental illness in families"
01. July 2026, 19:00–21:00
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival: The Sitkovetsky Trio
● Pfarrkirche St. Georgen Parchim
Back at the MV Festival
02. September 2026, 19:00–21:00
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival: Wollny and Gerassimez: Into the Unknown
● Parchim, Solitär II
Piano and percussion
17. December 2026, 20:00–22:00
Moving Shadows
● Stadthalle Parchim
Let yourself be enchanted by Europe's No. 1 shadow theater!