Schwerin, the old residence city and young state capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, is comprehensively presented in this travel guide: history, architecture, sights, museums, and cultural life. Hikes around Lake Schwerin and excursions to Zippendorf, Ludwigslust, Neustadt-Glewe, and Friedrichsmoor also lead to the nearby surroundings. The practical travel information in the appendix of the book provides an overview from A to Z of accommodations, restaurants, venues, and opening hours. Numerous color illustrations, as well as a city map and a regional map, complement the volume and make it a thoroughly informative yet compact travel companion.