Schwerin is a charming city in North Germany famed for its magnificent palaces, serene lakes, and historic townhouse. Start your day at Schwerin Palace, a grand palace in the middle of an island surrounded by parks and gardens. Wander around the 600 rooms in the palace and see the exquisite ballroom with striking interiors, the ancestral Portrait Gallery, the throne room among others. Pore over the Palace's fine collection of artwork, silver, and porcelain. Visit Schwerin Cathedral, a fine example of brick Gothic architecture in North Germany. The notable interiors of this 13th-century cathedral are Christmas-themed stained glass windows, ladegast organ, and gothic altar. The city is known as the land of lakes, you will be greeted with water at every corner. Explore the city's vast lakeside trails and paths through bicycle or on foot.