Müritzeum

The Müritzeum is a natural history museum and public aquarium in Waren dedicated to regional freshwater life. The exhibition features 25 aquariums housing around 40 native fish species, which together contain approximately 100,000 liters of water.

The institution's origins trace back to 1866 when Hermann von Maltzan established an early natural history collection in Mecklenburg. This initial collection eventually evolved into the present-day facility with its focus on the region's waters and habitats.

Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh designed the structure with distinctive cone shapes that echo the natural landscape around Müritz Lake. When you walk through, the building creates a flowing connection between the indoor exhibits and the water outside.

The museum sits conveniently on the lakeshore and is easy to reach on foot, with ample space for visitors. The exhibition is laid out clearly, allowing you to see everything at a relaxed pace in a few hours.

The centerpiece is a large aquarium spanning two floors that houses a school of whitefish. Their silver reflections dance throughout the exhibition space, creating a living sense of movement in the rooms.

Location: Waren

Inception: 2007

Official opening: 2007

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Müritzeum gGmbH

Address: Zur Steinmole 1, 17192 Waren (Müritz)

Opening Hours: April-October 10:00-19:00; November-March 10:00-18:00

Phone: +493991633680

Email: info@mueritzeum.de

Website: https://mueritzeum.de

GPS coordinates: 53.51500,12.68440

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01