Discover Fincken: Manor House, Church and Landscape Park

Fincken combines a landscape park with rare trees and a remarkable architectural history. The church, manor house and circular barn each offer a different historical perspective; Lake Fincken and a hiking trail add outdoor activities to the character of the village. You can plan your stay around nature, architecture and local discoveries.

Landscape Park and Lake Fincken

The landscape park in Fincken was laid out in the first half of the 19th century and contains rare trees. Its history is therefore part of the village’s character: the park is not only a green counterpoint to the historic buildings, but also an example of the designed landscapes of that era. The manor house stands directly on Lake Fincken. The park and the lake represent two different sides of Fincken—one shaped by a historic estate, the other by its waterside setting.

Anglers can catch carp, pike, zander and whitefish in Lake Fincken. The species mentioned and the conditions may change. This gives you a clear point of comparison when planning: the lake appeals to anglers, while the landscape park offers a focus of its own for anyone interested in old trees and designed green spaces.

Church, Manor House and Circular Barn

The church in Fincken is an 18th-century brick building with rendered walls and is a listed historic monument. Its fieldstone choir is believed to have been built between 1290 and 1310. The choir’s date should be understood as approximate; it points to a much older part of the building’s history. Inside, the church has an altar featuring putti and a group of angels. The building thus brings together several points of interest: its architecture, the choir’s long history and the altar’s design.

The manor house also tells a story of several building phases. It was built in 1801 and extended between 1850 and 1860 with a hall-like addition in the Tudor Gothic style. Those interested in architecture will find not just a construction date here, but also a distinctive style added later. The 18th-century circular barn is considered unique in the region. A mausoleum belonging to the von Blücher family also stands next to the church. These buildings give Fincken its historic character, shaped by different types of buildings and periods.

Plan a Hike and Find Accommodation

A hiking trail leads from the village to Eiskellerberg in the direction of the B 198. Its starting point, destination and direction provide clear guidance for anyone who would like to include a hike in their stay. The route complements the historic sights with an outdoor activity, without limiting the village’s character to its buildings.

The manor house has accommodation and a restaurant. This makes it a specific option to consider when planning where to stay and eat. If you are thinking of staying at the manor house, please check availability and opening hours in advance. That way, you can plan your overnight stay and visit around the options actually available.

More Nature Experiences in the Mecklenburg Lake District

The wider Mecklenburg Lake District destination offers further nature experiences at Müritz National Park. Its landscape is characterized by forests, bogs, lakes and expansive meadows. The Müritz National Park hiking trail covers this landscape in nine stages: it runs along lakes, through ancient forests, past inland dunes and 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.

Also in the Mecklenburg Lake District, the Damerower Werder bison reserve is located on a peninsula in Lake Kölpin, within Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heath Nature Park. Visitors can observe the animals there. A forest adventure trail features climbing activities, an ant house, an exhibition with tactile and visual information panels, and a dendrophone. These regional nature attractions complement the experiences described in Fincken itself with their own landscapes and activities.

Discover more destinations: Gotthun, Groß Kelle, Lärz, Leizen, Buchholz, Rechlin, Röbel/Müritz, Bollewick.

View the broader travel overview: Amt Röbel-Müritz.