Kummerow Castle was completed in 1730. Together with the medieval village church and Lake Kummerow, the town reveals different facets: history, architecture and a connection to the water. This raises a specific question as you plan your trip: would you rather explore the historical connections or focus on the lake and the beach?
Castle History and the Village Church
The history of Kummerow Castle is closely linked to the fate of the widely branched von Maltzahn family. The castle’s completion in 1730 provides a fixed point in time for this part of the town’s history.
The name von Maltzahn also appears in the medieval village church: it features a rich Baroque interior and three tombstones belonging to members of the Mecklenburg noble family. There is also an organ made in 1854 at the GrĂĽneberg workshop in Stettin. The family name thus links two distinct historical connections in Kummerow. The years 1730 and 1854 stand for different things: the completion of the castle and the making of the organ, respectively.
Lake Kummerow and Its History
Lake Kummerow takes its name from Kummerow because historically, most of the lake belonged to the town. It is also the fourth-largest lake in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and marks the historic border between Mecklenburg and Western Pomerania. The town’s name, the lake’s size and regional history come together in this landscape.
Kummerow Beach is a sandy beach on Lake Kummerow, inviting visitors to swim and relax. It adds a different way to experience the town alongside its historical themes. So, when considering Kummerow as a destination, you can choose between two main attractions: the connection between the castle and church and the family history, or the lake and its beach.
Beach Area at the Harbor
A beach and bathing area with washed sand, beach chairs and outdoor seating has been created at Kummerow Harbor. A municipal report dated April 29, 2024, documented the development. The harbor area is therefore a distinct place of interest alongside Kummerow Beach: the seating and beach chairs are the focus here, while Kummerow Beach is a sandy lakeside beach for swimming and relaxing. If you’re planning a visit to the harbor area, check its current condition in advance.
Beyond Kummerow: Mecklenburg Lake District
In the wider Mecklenburg Lake District travel region, the Mecklenburg Switzerland and Lake Kummerow Nature Park offers guided or independent canoe tours. The regional activities also include tours with rangers or trained nature guides, as well as leisurely bike rides with a picnic basket. This adds a distinct regional perspective to Kummerow’s local attractions: you can experience nature in the nature park on the water, on a guided tour or on a leisurely bike ride.
The castle, village church and beach are the specific attractions in Kummerow; canoe tours, guided tours and bike rides are part of the wider nature park context.
Discover more destinations: Neukalen, Basedow, Duckow, Malchin, Gielow, Gorschendorf, Faulenrost
View the wider travel overview: Amt Malchin on Lake Kummerow.
