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Tour Programm 2012

Berlin Tours Hanseatic Cities Around Rostock Castles and Manors Isle of Ruegen

Attractions and Sights

Berlin and Potsdam Baltic Sea Coast Castles Hanseatic Cities Rostock / Warnemuende

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Castles & Manors of the Dukes of Mecklenburg - the countryside

From the 13th century until 1918 this country was a Duchy. Most of the land was owned by the Duke and a handful of noble families. Thus there were no free farmers but dependent peasants and laborers. An historical momentum that landmarked our history. The Dukes of Mecklenburg left behind many a palace, summer residence and hunting lodge. In addition to the ducal constructions, the influental noble families of the country built impressive manors and homes - some even more splendid than the Dukes' homes. Today nearly 2000 buildings are still preserved, of which many have undergone careful restoration in the past years and found a new use. A must see for all lovers of royal architecture and garden art.

Countryside Hideaways & "the Gold of the Baltic"

Close to Rostock, only a short drive from the port, a charming little residence of the former Dukes of Mecklenburg awaits you. The hunting lodge Gelbensande, built in 1884, was a countryside hideaway for the family and is very well preserved even inside. A tour through the rooms shows the ideas of 19th century furniture and tells stories of the house’s use over the time. Nearby in the town Ribnitz-Damgarten the German Amber Museum is your destination. The “Gold of the Baltic” is shown here from its beginnings millions of years ago up to modern use in jewelry and decoration. The exhibition and shop are quite renowned. To round up the tour you can stop in Rostock, at the farmers market Karl’s or visit the quiet countryside places around.

Private touring vehicle and personal guide resp. chauffeur-guide for a 5-6 hour tour:

car: 469.00 Euro

van: 499.00 Euro

additional costs:

entrance to Hunting Lodge 3 Euro per person
entrance to Amber Museum 8.50 Euro per person

A car seats max. 2 and a van max. 6 guests plus driver and guide.

The Dukes's Residences and Gardens

This tour leads you to the three former residences of the Dukes of Mecklenburg. The Renaissance chateau of Guestrow with the prominent art collection is your first stop.The town with its Cathedral is a picture book of architecture and well known for the art of the sculptor Ernst Barlach. Continue to Schwerin and pay a visit to the largest castle of the county, beautifully set at the shores of Lake Schwerin. Marvel at the intriguing landscape gardens. Schwerin is the capital of Mecklenburg with a charming old town. Here you can enjoy your lunch and later on continue to Ludwigslust with its chateau. The interior is preserved. The lush decoration in the rooms is not always what it seems. Ludwigslust was laid out in the 18th century as a complete baroque style town. According to you special interest and schedule we will propose other/additional castles and manors of significance.

Private touring vehicle and personal guide resp. chauffeur-guide for an approx. 9-hour tour:

car: 560.00 Euro

van: 625.00 Euro

additional costs:

entrance to Palace Schwerin 6 Euro per person (reduced entrance for seniors 65+: 4 Euro)
entrance to Palace Guestrow 5 Euro per person (reduced entrance for seniors 65 +: 3.50 Euro)
entrance to Palace Ludwigslust 5 Euro per person (reduced entrance for seniors 65 +: 3.50 Euro)

A car seats max. 2 and a van max. 6 guests plus driver and guide.