Discover Bad Kleinen on Lake Schwerin

Bad Kleinen lies at the northern tip of Lake Schwerin. The town is shaped by expansive meadows and woodland, combining life by the water with walking paths, local history and cycling tours. Which of these aspects you would like to explore first may also influence your choice of location for your stay.

On Lake Schwerin: Swimming, Water and Scenery

The lakeside location offers good conditions for water sports, angling and swimming. You can swim at natural bathing spots in Bad Kleinen and in the district of Gallentin, both on the outer part of Lake Schwerin. Bad Kleinen Marina is also located on the shore. If its operating arrangements are important for your plans, check the latest information in advance, as services and procedures may change.

If you prefer walking along the shore, Bad Kleinen has a walking path right by the lake. Colourful information boards there tell the story of the town. Hikers can also walk along Lake Schwerin from Bad Kleinen, with views of the lake. There are also three suggested circular hiking routes in and around Bad Kleinen, each four to six kilometres long. Some sections follow the lakeshore and include points of local historical interest. As trail conditions can change, it is worth checking them shortly before setting out.

Local History on Foot and by Bike

One striking landmark is the Eiertunnel, a pedestrian tunnel beneath the railway tracks. It was built in 1896 to provide access from the hydrotherapy clinic in Bad Kleinen, which opened in 1895, to Lake Schwerin. The island of Lieps lies directly opposite; the tunnel offers an appealing view of the island in every season. The water tower house is also part of the historic town walk: it is one of the stops on the tour.

You can also combine local history with a cycling tour. The History Tour is a historical cycling route that starts and ends in Bad Kleinen. Two other circular cycling routes also start and end in Bad Kleinen, with stops along the way taking you in different directions. Circular Cycling Route 1 goes via the church in Hohen Viecheln, Dorf Mecklenburg, Metelsdorf, Groß Stieten and Fichtenhusen before returning to its starting point. Circular Cycling Route 2 runs via Wiligrad, Lübstorf, Alt Meteln, Neu Meteln, Dambeck, Drispeth and Zickhusen before returning to Bad Kleinen. These places give you a concrete basis for choosing a route according to the stops you would like to visit.

Between Bad Kleinen and Hohen Viecheln are the remains of the former Schwedenschanze fortification. The six-pointed bastion, built of earthworks, was constructed in 1638 to protect the trade route from Wismar to Schwerin. It is also a destination for an outing and a rest stop with views across Lake Schwerin. The nearby Bad Kleinen climate forest is a 1.2-hectare area on the northern shore of the lake, funded through the Waldaktie MV scheme and located about 800 metres northeast of Bad Kleinen. It is freely accessible at all times; nevertheless, check access conditions locally before your visit.

Traditions and Getting There

Traditional events in Bad Kleinen include the Christmas tree burning, Easter egg hunt and May Festival at Schwedenschanze, as well as village and summer festivals. Dates and programmes may vary, so it is a good idea to check the relevant event information before your trip.

Bad Kleinen station is one of the oldest and most important railway stations in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and a rail junction for routes to and from Wismar, Grevesmühlen/Lübeck, Schwerin and Bützow/Güstrow/Rostock. Check the current timetable to plan your specific journey. This lets you consider your arrival and daily plans together, while keeping the different opportunities by the water, on foot and by bike in view.

Choose Accommodation to Suit Your Day’s Plans

When looking for accommodation, first consider what you want your days to revolve around: bathing spots and water sports, walks with lake views, local history or longer cycling routes. For planning cycling trips, the stops described above are a useful point of comparison; for hiking, you can choose from three suggested circular routes of four to six kilometres. When comparing options, match their stated locations to your planned starting points and destinations for the day. This way, you can focus your search on the kind of stay you would like to enjoy in Bad Kleinen.

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