Top 12 Castles around Kratzeburg

Hohenzieritz Castle in the Mecklenburg Lake District is an early neoclassical building with great historical significance. Originally built as a manor house in the 18th century, it was rebuilt and expanded under Duke Carl II of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. It became famous primarily because Queen Louise of Prussia died here on July 19, 1810. Her death chamber is now accessible as a memorial. The extensive castle park, one of the oldest landscaped gardens in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, is also particularly charming. It was laid out in the English style starting in 1771. With monuments such as the Luisentempel (St. Louis Temple) and its open layout, it offers impressive views of the surrounding hilly landscape. Today, Hohenzieritz Castle is not only a memorial to Queen Louise, but also the administrative headquarters of the Müritz National Park and a worthwhile destination for those interested in culture and nature.

The phone number for registration is at the entrance gate, with a bit of luck you can also visit it

The estate in Speck near Waren (Müritz) is a historic and charming property that reflects the typical atmosphere of the Mecklenburg Lake District. It is a manor house, often surrounded by a picturesque park, and has a long history. The estate is a place that radiates tranquility and a connection to nature, ideal for visitors who want to experience the rural beauty of the region. The estate in Speck often offers insights into the agricultural tradition of the area and can also be used as a venue for events or cultural gatherings. The surroundings are characterized by forests, fields, and lakes, making the estate a perfect starting point for nature explorations.

Hohenzieritz Palace is idyllically situated in the Mecklenburg Lake District and is best known as the place where Prussian Queen Louise died, who died here in 1810 at the age of just 34. The palace had previously been the summer residence of her father, Duke Carl II of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Shortly after her death, her death chamber was converted into a memorial that commemorates her to this day. Originally built as a manor house between 1747 and 1751, the building was expanded into a three-wing palace complex starting in 1790. The extensive palace park, one of the earliest landscaped gardens in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, is particularly impressive. Another architectural highlight was the so-called "Egyptian Hall," which Duke Carl II had designed in the Egyptian style of the time. The palace and park offer an atmospheric historical ensemble that can be easily combined with excursions into the surrounding area.

It used to be the officers' club of the NVA in the GDR. Then it was the seat of some administration in the park (I didn't remember it, unfortunately). Now, unfortunately, it's another ugly relic from times long past...

Small but impressive and above all very well maintained, we really enjoyed the visit.

The manor house (the so-called "Old House") was probably rebuilt in the Renaissance style between 1550 and 1570, or a new building called the "New House" was added. It is not known to what extent the old structure was integrated. The manor house was built at a right angle. A stair tower and an entrance area were probably added in the corner between the two wings at the end of the 19th century. (Wikipedia)

Gutshaus Speck The first feudal lords of the Speck estate are considered to be the von Speck family. In 1470, the estate was owned by the von Holstein family as a Vorwerk of the Ankershagen estate. In 1726, the von Holstein family ran into financial difficulties and the estate was pawned to the von Rohr family; from 1743 onwards, they were the feudal lords. The manor house is privately owned. Worth seeing in the village are the "Alte Schmiede" (Old Smithy), now used by artists, the neo-Gothic village church built in 1876, and a lime tree over 800 years old. SOURCE: https://gutshaeuser.de/de/guts_herrenhaeuser/gutshaeuser_s/gutshaus_speck