Reppiner Burg

Reppiner Burg is an artificial ruin in Schwerin made up of a tower with a conical roof, metal pinnacle, and an observation platform. The platform is accessed by 52 exterior steps and offers views across Lake Schwerin to the surrounding islands and cityscape.

The structure was built in 1907 as a memorial to Friedrich Wilhelm, who drowned in the North Sea in 1897. It was designed following the concept of an intentionally incomplete castle as a symbolic form of remembrance.

The name comes from Slavic roots meaning turnip land, reflecting the agricultural past of this peninsula. This naming heritage shows how the area was shaped long before the structure was built.

The climb up the stairs is manageable but requires some physical effort and solid footwear. Once at the top, you can view the lake and city from a good height, which is especially rewarding on clear days.

Inside there is a room with a masonry grill, a rare example of crafted detail in what is otherwise purely decorative. This element shows that even a memorial was designed with care for small touches.