Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern:
1Freilichtmuseum Klockenhagen
Ribnitz-DamgartenThe Freilichtmuseum Klockenhagen is open to visitors from April 1 to October 31. During this period, the museum hosts a variety of events including plant tours, sheep shearing, book readings, and craftsman days. Additionally, a special exhibition is regularly displayed during the summer season, providing a unique experience for visitors. 2Groß Raden Archaeological Open Air Museum
SternbergThe Groß Raden Archaeological Open Air Museum is situated in the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, a few kilometres north of the small town of Sternberg and about a kilometre northeast of the village of Groß Raden. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the region. 3Slavic Village Passentin
PenzlinThe Slawendorf Passentin is an archaeological open-air museum situated in the Passentin district of Penzlin, in the Mecklenburg Lake District of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany. This museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the historical and cultural heritage of the region, with buildings reconstructed based on archaeological findings from the 9th and 10th centuries. 4Forst- und Köhlerhof Wiethagen
RostockThe Forst- und Köhlerhof Wiethagen is an open-air museum located in Rostock - Wiethagen. The museum showcases the history of the production of charcoal, wood tar, and turpentine, a process that was traditionally carried out by charcoal burners. Visitors can learn about the historical significance of these materials and the role they played in the economy over the centuries. 5Open Air Museum of Ethnography Schwerin Mueß
SchwerinThe Open Air Museum Schwerin-Mueß is situated in the former fishing and farming village of Mueß, which was incorporated into the city of Schwerin in 1936. This location provides a unique historical context for the museum, as it is directly on the southern shore of Lake Schwerin. The museum's setting in a traditional village environment enhances the authenticity of the exhibits and provides a real sense of the rural life in Mecklenburg from the 17th to the early 20th century. 6Steinzeitdorf Kussow
DamshagenSteinzeitdorf Kussow is an open-air museum located in the district of Kussow in Damshagen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. The museum was established between 1996 and 1998, offering visitors a unique insight into the life and culture of the Stone Age period. 7Ukranenland
TorgelowUkranenland is an archaeological open-air museum located in Torgelow. It is dedicated to showcasing the life of the Ukranen, an Elbe Slavic tribe. The museum aims to provide an authentic representation of the tribe's life during the early Middle Ages, making it a unique destination for those interested in history and archaeology. 8Marinemuseum
StralsundThe Marinemuseum Dänholm is a branch of the Stralsund Museum, located on the small island of Dänholm, nestled between the mainland and Rügen. This location offers a unique setting for the museum, providing visitors with a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. 9Museumshof Göhren
GöhrenMuseumshof Göhren is an open-air museum situated in the town of Göhren, on the Mönchgut peninsula, which is a part of the island of Rügen. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of the region in an immersive outdoor setting.