Plau am See castle tower - experience the Middle Ages up close

The castle tower in Plau was built in 1448/49 and is still completely preserved. The 3 m thick walls and the 11 m deep dungeon, as well as the tower ascent, amaze locals and guests alike when they visit. The historic castle tower in Plau am See is the remaining part of a fortification that was built in 1449 to stop the raids of Brandenburg knights. During the Thirty Years' War, it offered protection against sieges and raids by the Swedes and Saxons. At the end of the war, the decision was made to "grind down" the fortifications, which meant dismantling them. Only the castle tower was spared this fate. Until 1985, the tower was not used and was open to everyone, which was particularly pleasing for the children of Plau, who had great adventures. In 2000, the Museum Friends of Plau am See also set themselves the task of renovating the tower and making it attractive for visitors.

Castle Tower Plau am See - a medieval landmark in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

The Plau am See castle tower is one of the most remarkable historical buildings in inland Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Built in 1448/49 as part of a fortification, it was intended to protect the town from raids by Brandenburg knights. It has been completely preserved to this day - a rare testimony to medieval defensive architecture that impressively endures far inland, away from the well-known coastal towns such as Stralsund, Wismar or Rostock.

History of the castle tower: from rampart to cultural monument

During the Thirty Years' War, the fortifications offered protection from sieges by Swedes and Saxons. After the end of the war, it was largely razed to the ground - but the castle tower was the only part to survive. It remained open until 1985 and was particularly popular with the town's children as an adventure playground. In 2000, the Museum Friends of Plau am See took on its restoration and turned it into an attractive excursion destination.

Imposing building fabric: thick walls and a deep dungeon

Visitors to the castle tower are amazed by the up to 3-metre-thick walls and the 11-metre-deep dungeon. The climb up the tower is rewarded with a special view of Plau am See and the surrounding lake landscape of the Mecklenburg Lake District - an impressive experience for locals and guests alike.

Further sights in Plau am See

Plauer See - bathing area Strandbad OT Plötzenhöhe

📍 Plau am See

guarded bathing area: Strandbad Plötzenhöhe; EU bathing area no. 60 Located on the western shore of Lake Plau in the Plötzenhöhe district of Plau am See, not far from the pier, the bathing area has a large sunbathing lawn with a playground and shallow shore area, a bathing area secured by buoys, a large jetty with boat hire, sanitary facilities, a parking lot and a snack bar. A lifeguard ensures the safety of bathers from June to September. The Plötzenhöhe lido is a Eu-registered bathing area on Lake Plau, which is important for tourism and is an intensively managed bathing area. The water quality is regularly checked by the health department of the Ludwigslust Parchim district. Current results can be found on the online bathing water map. www.badewasser-mv.de

Castle Museum Plau am See

📍 Plau am See

A museum - really for everyone. Plau am See has a museum that is accessible to everyone and is guaranteed not to bore anyone. The former Plau Castle offers interesting insights into history and also houses a unique museum of local history and technology. Information on accessibility Access to the museum building is stepless All doors/passages are at least 90 cm wide Exception: WC door of the public WC outside the museum is 80 cm wide Paths and corridors are at least 150 cm wide Elevator 110 cm wide and 140 cm deep Elevator door: 90 cm wide Guided tours for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users Seating available during the tour Route is steplessly accessible Pre-booked tours also for people with hearing, visual and cognitive impairments Public parking spaces in Quetziner Straße Information about the exhibits is provided in writing Assistance dogs may be brought along

Barefoot adventure trail Plau am See

📍 Plau am See

Nestled in the beautiful countryside, our barefoot experience & nature trail - Plau am See - is right next to the Plau climbing park. Great fun and a sensory experience in the great outdoors for young and old await you in our barefoot park. In addition to the pleasure of being out in the fresh air, there is the sensory experience of walking barefoot on a wide variety of surfaces, such as sand, gravel, mud, glass, moorland and many others. On this barefoot path for the senses, you will also learn lots of interesting facts about the animals and plants that surround you. All in all, it is a stimulating relaxation for the feet, an experience for the senses and an optimal strengthening of the immune system, combined with "a bit of natural history." Shoes off, and off you go. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Admission fee - Adults: 4,00 Euro - Children (up to 14 years):- 3,00 Euro

Events in Plau am See

Event

15. May 2026, 08:00–16:00

21st Plau Opti-Cup

📍 Plauer Wassersportverein e.V.

Competition as part of the Plau Sailing Summer with a ranking list regatta for Optimist A/B

Bauterrakotta store workshop: Pottery and handmade tiles

Event

23. May 2026, 11:00–16:00

Bauterrakotta store workshop: Pottery and handmade tiles

📍 Bauterrakotta - Susanne Koenig

Visit my store workshop and paint turned vessels and tiles using the faience technique.

Event

13. June 2026, 04:00–18:00

Heroes' march

📍 Burghof Plau am See

Are you ready for the Heroes' March? The route takes you around the third largest lake in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Fields, forests, meadows and lots of water are your companions.

Accommodation auf Mecklenburgische Seenplatte

Vacation apartments, hotels and more in the region

Ferienwohnung

Old vicarage Rambow

📍 Rambow

Picking golden plums, Cox oranges and Jonathan from a hammock? Sounds like paradise and it is, because it's possible in the Rambow parish garden. Retired pastor Eckart Hübener invites guests to stay in the adjoining baroque half-timbered rectory.

Ferienhof & Bauernhof

Anika's vacation and adventure farm

📍 Groß Wokern

Ideal for families who want to enjoy an adventure vacation on a farm in the Mecklenburg Lake District. Would you like to relax and experience nature on a small family-run horse farm near the Baltic Sea and the Müritz? Then you've come to the right place!