Fairytale Castle Schwerin
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Port
Wismar, Germany
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$310
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Take a scenic coach ride through the beautiful Mecklenburg countryside to Schwerin — the state capital whose most famous landmark is the beautiful fairytale castle of the same name.
Wander through the magnificent interiors of Castle Schwerin with an in-house guide and discover the impressive rooms of this beautiful example of neo-Renaissance architecture. Visit the magnificent throne room, library, and other impressive spaces. You will even learn about Petermännchen — the castle's good-natured ghost. Step outside into the lush gardens, set right on the shore of Lake Schwerin and evoking a fairytale atmosphere.
Next, a short stroll takes you over the bridge, where the Petermännchen wheeled trolley train awaits. This is your transportation for a tour through the medieval part of Schwerin. Pass Market Square, with its traditional half-timbered houses, the Town Hall and the magnificent Dome Cathedral.
Pause for lunch; then, you will have some free time to browse in the many souvenir and handicrafts shops. Your outing concludes with a coach ride back to your ship.
Please note: Tour requires walking about a mile. Terrain includes mostly even surfaces and some cobblestones. Wear comfortable walking shoes. There are 70 steps inside the castle (elevator available). Tour operates rain or shine, but may be canceled by the operator in the event of extreme weather or unsuitable conditions. Bring local currency or credit cards, as most vendors do not accept US dollars. Use of public restroom facilities costs 50 cents - €1 cash. Shops are closed on Sundays and bank holidays; a few souvenir shops may be open.