The restored 1737 Schleswig-Holstein-Haus contains a gallery that features changing contemporary art exhibitions.
Schleswig-Holstein-Haus
Northern Germany
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The massive red shell of the St-Georgen-Kirche has been extensively reconstructed and while work continues, the intention is to use it for cultural (Abba…
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Just north of the Schelfstadt is the early-18th-century baroque Schelfkirche. It's not usually open to the public, except for services.
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Schwerin's central lake was created by a dam in the 12th century. Through the centuries it was surrounded by some of the city's most elegant buildings. At…
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The bustling Markt is home to the Rathaus. It's quite a sober affair, something that the castle-like crenellations do little to alter.
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Schwerin's vividly orange arsenal dates from 1840 – its facade is these days more impressive than threatening.
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A walk southwest of the Rathaus to the appropriately named Engestrasse (Narrow Street) brings you past a lovely example of the city’s earliest half…
7. Galerie Alte & Neue Meister
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