Michael (mimirsbrunnen)

Greifswald originated during the German eastward expansion in the late 12th century. Around 1199, Cistercian monks founded Eldena Abbey (originally Hilda) near the mouth of the Ryck River – the true starting point of the later city. The city belonged to the Duchy of Pomerania-Wolgast, came under Swedish

In sub-zero temperatures of -8 degrees Celsius, today's focus was on the historic city fortifications of Neubrandenburg. The city boasts many historical sights, and its history is fascinating.



Founded on January 4, 1248, by Margrave John I of Brandenburg, Neubrandenburg quickly developed into a central

The small, idyllic village on the Trebel River has an interesting history.



Nehringen was first documented in 1387, but the Fangelturm (Fang Tower) was built here as a border fortification around 1330. This defensive tower, situated on an artificial hill with a fieldstone base and brick upper section

Zehdenick, often called the "Gateway to the Schorfheide," looks back on over 800 years of history, strongly influenced by craftsmanship, water, and bricks.



It is a place with a fascinating industrial past, which can be experienced magnificently at the Mildenberg Brickworks Park, and a monastic history

The Dominican Monastery in Prenzlau: A center of learning and power, whose imposing brick buildings still dominate the cityscape, it was one of the most important Dominican monasteries in the Margraviate of Brandenburg and a significant center of power and learning for the city.



The Dominican Monastery

Gramzow is a small, idyllic village, known primarily for its historic monastery ruins and the charming natural surroundings.



Our main destination was, of course, the striking landmark of the oldest settlement (founded in 1168) in the Uckermark region. The Premonstratensian monastery was founded around

Gransee is a historic town in the state of Brandenburg, distinguished by its well-preserved medieval town center and almost completely intact 14th-century city walls. Granted city charter in 1262, the town is known for its important landmarks, such as St. Mary's Church, the Ruppin Gate, the Luisendenkmal

Jarmen? Why/How/Why Jarmen?

Jarmen is a small town in Western Pomerania, located directly on the southern bank of the Peene River. The first documented mention dates back to 1269, when the town was referred to as "Germin." The name "Jarmen" was first used in Low German in 1340. Jarmen was granted town

Bad Doberan has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. The town grew around Doberan Minster, which was built in 1186 on a divinely ordained site and became the largest and wealthiest monastery in Mecklenburg.



This popular tourist destination offers many attractions: the Grand Ducal Palace, the

I spontaneously went to the Cistercian monastery of Chorin in Barnim with my youngest daughter. This medieval relic in the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve is simply beautiful....