Leizen: Medieval Traces and Manor House History

In Leizen, you’ll encounter traces of different eras: a medieval motte, a manor house dating from the Gründerzeit and two megalithic tombs in the direction of Woldzegarten. The chestnut avenue, also known as the “Black Way,” leads from the B198 towards Leizen Manor House and a motte. To get there, take the A19 and exit at Röbel/Plau, or travel via Federal Highway 198.

Avenue, Motte and Manor House

The motte was built in the Middle Ages as a defensive structure to protect against raids. The chestnut avenue leads from the federal highway towards it, offering a tangible point of reference if you’re interested in the village’s early history. Two megalithic tombs in the direction of Woldzegarten are also among Leizen’s attractions; they add another archaeological trace to the medieval site.

Leizen Manor House was built in 1898 in the Gründerzeit style, on an almost square floor plan. Another flight of outdoor steps leads from the manor house into the park, with its mature trees. The building date and floor plan tell a different part of the village’s history than the motte: here, the focus is on architecture from the late 19th century. When planning your visit, you can therefore put historical themes front and centre, rather than viewing Leizen solely as a starting point for excursions.

Church Architecture in Minzow

In Minzow, a village within the municipality of Leizen, stands a church with a Neo-Gothic design. It was built between 1860 and 1862 to plans by architect Theodor Krüger. Its exterior features include a slate-roofed tower and a kinked spire. The church was completed in 1862 and was the first religious building constructed in accordance with the Eisenach Regulation. The Eisenach Church Conference adopted this set of rules for Protestant church construction from 30 May to 5 June 1861.

The church’s architectural history and furnishings are also closely connected: a ribbed vault spans the interior, while the altar, carved wooden pulpit, baptismal stand, galleries and pews have been preserved from the time of construction. Anyone interested in architectural history will find both Neo-Gothic features and furnishings from the same period.

Tangahnsee and the Manor Barn in Woldzegarten

Woldzegarten is a village within the municipality of Leizen. The Tangahnsee borders the village and is a lovely spot for swimming, walking and relaxing. The lake is a bathing site reported to the European Union; the municipality of Leizen is responsible for or operates the bathing water. The bathing site includes a 100-metre-long beach or stretch of shore. As its operational and reported status may change, it’s worth checking the current status before your visit.

The manor barn in Woldzegarten has also been restored. It hosts numerous concerts, cultural events and weddings. This gives the municipality a cultural point of interest in addition to its archaeological and architectural attractions. A cycling tour titled “The Middle Ages between Plau am See and Röbel/Müritz” passes through Leizen and then continues through the village to the castle. You can combine the cycling theme with the village’s historical points of interest.

More Destinations in the Mecklenburg Lake District

The Mecklenburg Lake District also offers its own nature and cultural experiences. Müritz National Park is part of the Mecklenburg Lake District and is characterised by forests, moors, lakes and expansive meadows. Its hiking trail explores the national park’s landscapes and distinctive features in nine stages: the route follows lakeshores, passes through ancient forests and by inland dunes, and leads to the source of the Havel. Certified nature and landscape guides offer informative tours there, including guided visits to the Serrahn beech forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and tours from the water.

Visitors can observe the animals at the Damerower Werder bison reserve. The reserve is located on a peninsula in Lake Kölpin and in Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heath Nature Park. A forest discovery trail complements wildlife watching with climbing opportunities, an ant house and an exhibition featuring tactile and information panels; there is also a dendrophone.

Discover More Travel Destinations

Discover more travel destinations: Kieve, Bollewick, Röbel/Müritz, Zepkow, Lärz, Wredenhagen, Fincken, Priborn.

Go to the overview of the wider travel area: Amt Röbel-Müritz.