Tessin Mill House
The mill house in Tessin now houses the city information office.
The mill house is the oldest surviving half-timbered house in Tessin on the Old Market Square. After the great city fire of 1741, this house was also destroyed by fire, but it was rebuilt just one year later. The mill house remained inhabited for nearly 250 years before it was sold to the city. Following an extensive renovation in 1993, all original structural elements were preserved or restored to their original form. The building has been a listed historic monument since 1994. a wedding room worth seeing, the local history room (household items from grandmother’s time, historical pictures, tools from Tessin’s days as an agricultural town), and the Tessin Information Center. According to an old superstition, a symbolic mill was built into the gable of the house to protect against witches and evil spirits. A magical symbol meant to ward off spirits and witches should they attempt to make the house their ill-fated home. A visit is well worth it! Opening hours: Wed, Sat 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Tue, Thu–Fri 9 a.m.–12 p.m., 2–5 p.m.
Mühlenhaus Tessin – Historic Half-Timbered House on the Old Market Square
The Mühlenhaus in Tessin is considered the oldest surviving half-timbered house in the city and is located on the historic Old Market Square. Tessin is located in the district of Rostock, just a few kilometers from the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast—a region known for its medieval old towns such as Rostock, Wismar, Stralsund, and Greifswald. Even the small town of Tessin looks back on an eventful history: During the great city fire of 1741, the mill house fell victim to the flames but was rebuilt just one year later.
Nearly 250 years of residential history—and a witch’s mark on the gable
The house was inhabited for around 250 years before it became municipal property. Following an extensive renovation in 1993, during which all old structural elements were preserved or restored true to the original, the building has been a listed historic monument since 1994. Particularly striking is the symbolic mill embedded in the gable—according to an old superstition, this symbol was meant to keep witches and evil spirits from entering the house.
Local History Room, Wedding Chapel, and City Information Center in Tessin
Inside, visitors will find the local history room with historical pictures, old household items, and tools from Tessin’s time as a farming town. There is also a wedding hall worth seeing, as well as the Tessin Information Center. The Mühlenhaus is a worthwhile stop for anyone on their way to the Baltic Sea or the highlights of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania who would like to take a look at local history.
Other attractions in Tessin
Experience Ticino
● Tessin
Welcome to the "Old Sugar Factory" Children's play park Covering an area of 500 m², the children's play park is the perfect place for children of all ages to have fun. Well-padded toddler area, 6-person trampoline Slide tower with 4-person wave slides Go-kart track ball shooting range and many other attractions, such as bouncy castle, chess, ball pit and table air field hockey, table football Birthday parties for the little ones in our adventure park: the party can take place at a colorfully decorated table or in the pirate ship. You are welcome to bring birthday cakes and drinks for the kids. Ice skating rink In order to open up the "Alte Zuckerfabrik" to winter fun, the town of Tessin has built a large ice rink next to the adventure world. The 32 x 13 meter ice arena is open from December to the end of February. An "ice disco" on blades, ice skating and figure skating with good music are also possible, as is the ice hockey game, which is now also popular with teams from distant towns. Curling Climbing wall 300 m² of climbing space is available for the sports climbing area. With a height of 12 m, you will find the highest indoor climbing wall in the whole of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in our adventure world. There is an 8 m high climbing area on the gallery for the training area. There is also a bouldering area with soft floor mats under the gallery. If you want, you don't even have to worry about your equipment. So come and hire good equipment (climbing harnesses and shoes) from us Other times of use can be arranged for organized events and meeting rooms can also be hired. Bistro in the gallery Drinks and small snacks Opening hours always up-to-date here www.freizeit-tessin.de/Erlebniswelt-Alte-Zuckerfabrik
Water hiking rest area and boat rental Tessin
● Tessin
The water hiking rest area with boat hire is located in Tessin, directly on the Recknitz. Right in the middle of nature. Take advantage of the attractive tourist offer of our water hiking rest area. Paddle along the Recknitz through pristine landscapes towards the Baltic Sea. Even once straightened stretches of river have long since been renaturalized in the meadows and forests between Mecklenburg and Western Pomerania. In addition to hiring canoes and kayaks canoes and kayaks, visitors from outside the region also have the opportunity to use the sanitary facilities during a visit, have a picnic or even discover the town of Tessin. The Recknitz between Laage, Tessin and Bad Sülze attracts visitors with its varied landscapes, sweeping bends and the family-friendly safety of the river. Meditate with the current to the north, switch off in the tranquillity of nature, listen to the water, the animals and the forest on the quiet border between our two parts of the country. Discover rare species of plants, animals and birds that are rarely found elsewhere and that you may not have seen since you were a child. Opening hours: by appointment only daily 10.00 - 18.00
Studio Nora Gauger
● Tessin
The visual artist and singer-songwriter Nora Gauger has a studio in the flower town of Ticino. Here she creates songs, paintings and art objects. In collaboration with Florian Hellweg, HEART guitars & more, unique guitars are created with artistic paintings. In addition to producing commissioned works, such as murals, Nora Gauger gives concerts at private and public events. Her song "Wunder" is the official anthem of the city of Stavenhagen 2025.
Accommodations nearby
Vacation rentals, hotels, and more in the region
AKZENT Hotel Residenz
● Graal-Müritz
Experience classic spa-style romance in one of the most traditional hotels in the Baltic Sea spa town of Graal-Müritz. With comfortable rooms, friendly service and excellent cuisine, we will pamper you in a cozy and stylish atmosphere.
ART. Quarter
● Starkow
Do you love long rides in the countryside, idyllic villages, art and culture? Then ART Quartier is the right place for you to enjoy your vacation in a private, informal atmosphere with child and horse.
Everything's fine - Karls Upcycling Hotel
● Rövershagen
Spend the night in one of our exceptionally furnished hotel rooms with upcycling charm directly at the adventure village, the cozy and lovingly furnished vacation homes in the middle of the countryside or in our unique ice hotel in the ice world.