Landeshauptstadt Schwerin in the news

Landeshauptstadt Schwerin is hosting a historical walking tour on German Unity Day to commemorate the Peaceful Revolution.

Landeshauptstadt Schwerin collaborated with local partners and an artist to transform a city staircase with street art to revitalize the area and promote city life.

The city of Schwerin, Schlosspark-Center, and local artist Dominique Köser collaborated to transform a staircase at Wittenburger Berg with street art, covering cleaning, painting, and a protective coating.

Schwerin is hosting its new "Altstadtfete" festival from October 9-11, featuring four distinct activity zones, light installations, and diverse entertainment across the city center.

The Altstadtfete Schwerin, a new city festival, will occur from October 9-11 with four event areas, expecting 45,000 visitors and a budget of around 160,000 Euros, featuring family activities, live music, carnival rides, light installations, and fireworks.

Schwerin projects 1.8 million Euros in parking revenue for 2025 from nearly 5,000 public spaces, while addressing political debates on fees, managing parking through Nahverkehr Schwerin GmbH, and noting increased costs partly funding student transport.

Schwerin's attempt to prevent the Lenin statue from being recognized as a monument was overridden by the state, which affirmed its legal status and placed the responsibility on the city to contextualize it.

Schwerin's city quiz faces data privacy scrutiny and questions regarding the awarding of its implementation contract to a private platform operator with prior city funding.

Schwerin will host the German Championship in Kutter sailing from September 11 to 13, 2026, with over 50 crews competing on Lake Schwerin.

Schwerin has the lowest ancillary housing costs among German state capitals, saving residents almost 1,000 Euros annually compared to Stuttgart.

Schwerin introduces a digital quiz with 20 stations, turning into a city rally that encourages exploration and learning about the city's history and culture, offering prizes from local partners.

Landeshauptstadt Schwerin and Lufthansa celebrate 35 years of aircraft sponsorship, with an Airbus A350-900 currently bearing the city's name worldwide.

Schwerin addresses Schlachtermarkt complaints by increasing waste collection and extending public toilet hours, while ongoing safety concerns prompt political debate and analysis.

The city of Schwerin is implementing immediate measures like daily bin emptying and extended toilet hours to improve cleanliness at Schlachtermarkt after complaints.

Schwerin's 2009 Federal Horticultural Show brought significant urban development, economic growth, and a lasting community spirit, making it a successful model for future events.

Schwerin hosts its second "FAIRkostung" event, offering fair trade products, live music, and information to promote sustainable consumption.

The 2009 Federal Horticultural Show transformed Schwerin into a more vibrant city, boosting its economy and improving the quality of life for its residents.

Schwerin is investing 8 million euros to upgrade its cycling infrastructure, converting Mecklenburgstraße into a bike-friendly street, building a new carbon composite bridge, and asphalting a cycling path, with some projects sparking environmental debate.

The city of Schwerin is proceeding with controversial plans to asphalt a natural lakeside path despite strong opposition from environmental groups and local representatives concerned about ecological damage and long-term costs.

Schwerin is beginning two significant cycling infrastructure projects in October, including a regional tourist route and the transformation of Mecklenburgstraße into a bicycle-priority street.