Buchholz lies directly on the southern shore of Lake Müritz, where the Müritz begins at the Elde inlet. Water, village history and nature observations give the place its distinctive character. If you are considering Buchholz as a travel destination, you can decide whether the lakeside location, the village church or the seasonal features are the main draw for your stay.
Lakeside location, harbour and bathing area
Meadows, lakes and forests surround Buchholz, and an expansive old lime-tree avenue lies in the shade. The village has a harbour as well as a bathing area. This gives you specific points of interest to help you find your way around, alongside the Müritz and the Elde inlet. Swimming conditions may vary by season.
There is a restaurant at Marina Buchholz. Check whether it is currently open before visiting. The harbour, bathing area and restaurant are separate amenities and should be considered separately when planning your trip: an interest in the lakeside location is not automatically the same as wanting a day of swimming or a visit to the restaurant.
Brick church and distinctive architecture
A brick church dating back to around 1350 stands in the centre of Buchholz. It is an Early Gothic building. Its tower is the only tower in the entire Müritz region that is open on three sides, and it also serves as the main entrance to the church. This combination of an unusual tower shape and an entrance function makes the building a specific point of interest for anyone interested in village churches and architecture.
Another historical detail is the mural “Jesus Speaks to the Farmers” by Berlin artist Hildegard Kohnert-Michaelis. It was dedicated in July 1935. The dates offer a clear comparison: the church dates back to the mid-14th century, while the mural was dedicated in the 20th century.
Knieperdackse and nature through the seasons
On December 24, wild, rough-looking figures in disguises parade through Buchholz as part of the Knieperdackse tradition. Even today, participants come from Buchholz where possible, though they do not always live there; participation may vary from year to year. If your trip depends on the custom, check the specific arrangements in advance.
Every summer, a pair of storks takes up residence in the middle of the village. Their annual return is a seasonal feature, but does not guarantee a particular sighting. The calls of cranes can also be heard in Buchholz. These are two distinct aspects of nature: a summer nesting site that returns each year, and the audible presence of cranes, without any promise of a particular time to observe them.
Other perspectives on the Mecklenburg Lake District
Those who look beyond Buchholz to explore the Mecklenburg Lake District will find other distinct nature-related attractions. The Müritz National Park hiking trail crosses the landscape types and highlights of Müritz National Park in nine stages. It leads past lakes, through ancient forests, by inland dunes and to the source of the Havel. The national park is characterised by forests, moors, lakes and broad meadows.
Another natural attraction is the Damerower Werder bison reserve, where visitors can observe the animals. The reserve is located on a peninsula in Lake Kölpin, in the Mecklenburg Lake District and the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heath Nature Park. Its facilities include a forest adventure trail with climbing opportunities, an ant house, an exhibition with tactile and visual panels, and a dendrophone. These examples offer a distinct regional perspective alongside Buchholz’s lakeside location, village church and tradition.
Discover more destinations: Sietow, Melz, Priborn, Bollewick, Grabow-Below, Zepkow, Gotthun, Bütow.
For the overview of the wider area: Amt Röbel-Müritz.
