Jagdschloss Gelbensande

Museum Gelbensande, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What to expect

The Jagdschloss Gelbensande is a hunting castle located in the Rostocker Heide in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It was built as a summer residence for the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg, Friedrich Franz III, and his wife, Anastasia Michailowna Romanowa. The castle was designed by the architect Gotthilf Ludwig Möckel in the English country style. The castle has a rich history, having been used as a residence for the Grand Duke and his family, as well as a location for hunting parties and other events. In 1945, the castle was used as a hospital for wounded soldiers, and later it was taken over by the Soviet occupation forces. Today, the castle is a popular tourist destination, offering a glimpse into the region's history and culture

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Baltic Sea with children: Excursion destinations between Rostock and Darß

Baltic Sea with children: Excursion destinations between Rostock and Darß
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the museum. Smaller children can go on a mouse hunt, finding little fur animals hidden in various places. Older children can go on a discovery tour to find answers on a quiz, learning about aristocratic living in the last century. We even visited the ducal toilet!

Highlights: Our boys had a lot of fun. We loved the museum's educational programs ✨