Schwerin celebrates historical castle festival: a weekend full of history!
Schwerin celebrates historical castle festival: a weekend full of history!
on the weekend of June 13th to 15th, 2025, Schwerin transforms into a living historical place when the historic castle festival is celebrated as a UNESCO World Heritage on the occasion of the appointment of the Schwerin residence ensemble. Around the impressive Schwerin Castle can go on a journey through time to the 19th century, which of over 140 amateur actors with a lot of commitment and months is designed.
The festival thus takes place in the heart of the new UNESCO World Heritage Residenzenzensemble Schwerin, which is celebrated by the locals and visitors equally. The start is heralded on Friday evening by the breathtaking light and laser show "Son et Lumière" on the main portal of the castle. This staging, which is told by the emotional sounds of Grand Duke Friedrich Franz II.
historical representations and citizen participation
On Saturday, the focus is on historical representations that imitate life at the farm of Friedrich Franz II. Paid tickets for the different program items are available; The proceeds flow into the restoration of the sculpture "Hero and Leander". This year the castle will be staged as a historical seat of government. Over 150 actors in magnificent costumes bring the atmosphere of past epochs up close. A colorful program of parades, courtly dances and legendary tours awaits visitors.
The varied daily program offers something for everyone - and all of this with free admission to the impressive lighting scenes. After the big day of public events, the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania state parliament invites you to an open house on Sunday. Here interested parties can visit the rarely accessible areas of the castle, including the picturesque tea pavilion and the Burgsee poultry, while talks with the MPs provide proximity
art and craftsman market on the castle island
In addition to the first insight into the history of the castle, the art and craftsman market will also take place in the area around the victory column from June 13th to 1525. Here over 40 exhibitors present high -quality handicrafts every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. - from glass art to handmade jewelry. The castle festival in Schwerin thus promises a fascinating mix of culture, history and community.The long preparation time and the great effort behind these exhibitions and representations once again show how important the restored historical sites for regional identity are. The UNESCO World Heritage is not only a title, but also a responsibility that needs to be maintained and celebrated. The castle festival meets these requirements and brings history to the lively presence of Schwerins.
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