Camping Mecklenburg Lake District: Swimming & nature vacation with dog and child

Camping Mecklenburg Lake District – Idyllic nature, pure relaxation and exciting sights.
A vacation in the Mecklenburg Lake District guarantees you all of this.
If you arrive with a rooftop tent, you can spend your time not just at one lake, but explore several of the 1,000 lakes that make up the Mecklenburg Lake District.
The popular vacation region in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has much more to offer than just the many lakes, making it ideal for couples as well as families with dogs and children.
Here you can find out all about the popular highlights that you should definitely visit on a vacation in the Mecklenburg Lake District, as well as tips and recommendations for camping.

Carefree in the Mecklenburg Lake District: tips for your vacation

Camping vacations by the lake – The land of 1,000 lakes is located just a short distance from the Baltic Sea.
This refers to the Mecklenburg Lake District, which bears this nickname for a reason!
Because it includes more than 1,000 individual lakes, all just waiting to be explored by you.
Would you like to get to know some of the many lakes?
Read more about the top 11 most beautiful lakes in the Mecklenburg Lake District here.
How about a dip in the Müritz followed by a visit to the charming old town of Waren?
After a relaxing evening at the campsite, you can head straight to the next beautiful lake the next day: Lake Tollensesee.
Here you can not only put your water sports skills to the test, but also explore the surrounding area on a hike.

So there’s never a dull moment at the many lakes in the Mecklenburg Lake District.
But before we get to our vacation tips in more detail, here are some more interesting tips on the Mecklenburg Lake District:

Lake paradise close to the sea: Lake District on the map

The Mecklenburg Lake District region is a county in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in the north of Germany.
It is the largest district in Germany in terms of area and is visited by numerous tourists every year for a relaxing vacation.
The popular vacation destination can be easily reached by car or train.

The vacation region from above: First impressions and inspiration

Here you can watch the following video in advance to get some first impressions and inspiration for your own upcoming vacation – with an amazing all-round overview of the Mecklenburg Lake District from above!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYRh1pPvaFo Now let’s get straight to our vacation tips!

Bucket list: Between beach vacation, nature & city trip

The Mecklenburg Lake District impresses with picturesque nature, numerous lakes and other scenic highlights as far as the eye can see.
But the region also has much more to offer.
Some of the most popular sights include the town of Waren and the region around the Müritz in general, Güstrow Castle and Malchow Monastery Church, the Feldberg Lakeland Nature Park, Lake Tollensesee and Stargard Castle.
Another tip: an overnight stay on a houseboat in the middle of the lake is a very special experience.
If you are interested, find out about the options here and put this unforgettable highlight on your to-do list!
These sights are recommended in the region:

• Sightseeing in Waren and the region around the Müritz
• Güstrow Castle
• Feldberg Lakeland Nature Park
• Woldegk Mill Museum
• Lake Tollensesee
• Stargard Castle
• Overnight stay on a houseboat

Here are my top 3 tips – first as an itinerary and then in detail with information and recommendations:

Müritz: National Park, old town Waren & other activities

At 117 km², the Müritz is the largest lake that lies entirely within Germany.
It is visited by a large number of tourists every year and impresses with its idyllic natural highlights and exciting sights in the surrounding region.
The maximum depth is around 31 meters in some places.
A vacation here is varied, adventurous and relaxing at the same time.
The Müritz National Park should definitely be at the top of your vacation plans.
It boasts amazing landscapes that you can visit on an exploration tour.
We also recommend the Müritzeum and the aviation museum.
Of course, you can also visit the other smaller lakes around Müritz and spend the day there.
Read more about sights and tips for a nature vacation at the Müritz here: Camping Müritz. The highlights of the region around the Müritz:

• Müritz National Park
• Müritzeum
• Aviation Museum
• Port of Waren
• Market & Old Town Waren
• Outdoor activities: cycling, hiking, walking
• Water sports on the lake: sailing, surfing, diving & fishing

Here you can find the Müritz on the map:

Ivenacker Eichen, treetop walk & nature reserve

The small village of Ivenack is located around 5 kilometers north-east of the Reuterstadt Stavenhagen.
Ivenack is particularly well known for its nature reserve consisting of a zoo, treetop path and the Ivenack oaks and is ideal for hiking and strolling.
Numerous visitors come here to explore the scenic highlights on the approximately 10-kilometer-long hiking trails.
In the middle of the park stands the 35.5 meter high and 11 meter wide oak tree, which is considered the highlight of Ivenack and is one of the strongest living oaks in the whole of Europe.
In the baroque pavilion, visitors can take an interactive tour through the life of an oak tree.
The nature park and the famous oaks, which are also the subject of several legends, are an absolute must-see on a vacation in the Mecklenburg Lake District and are particularly exciting for families with children.
The highlights of Ivenack and the oaks:

• Zoo & nature reserve for hiking & walking
• Oaks & game reserve
• Largest oak: 35.5 meters high & 11 meters wide
• Interactive tour through the life of an oak tree
• Exciting legends about the oaks
• 10 kilometer long hiking trail

That’s how beautiful it is at the Ivenack oaks:

Lake Tollensesee: swimming, water sports & nature highlights

Lake Tollensesee, which is located south of Neubrandenburg’s city center, is also highly recommended.
The lake is around 11 kilometers long, covers an area of 17.9 km², is up to 32 meters deep in some places and offers numerous opportunities for bathing, swimming and water sports such as diving, surfing, sailing and boating.
Cruises are also offered here.
Lake Tollensesee is one of the cleanest and most beautiful bodies of water in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and is also surrounded by beautiful, idyllic nature.
Several hiking trails, footpaths and cycle paths stretch around the lake and are also surrounded by exciting sights.
A visit to Lake Tollensesee is therefore full of action, adventure and relaxation, making it a great day out for the whole family. The highlights of Lake Tollensesee:

• 11 kilometers long and up to 32 meters deep
• One of the cleanest and most beautiful bodies of water
• Numerous bathing and water sports options
• Boat tours
• Attractive hiking trails and cycle paths all around

Wonderful view of the water – that’s how beautiful it is at Lake Tollensesee:

How and where should I best stay during my vacation here?

Camping instead of a hotel or vacation apartment

To get the most out of your nature vacation in the Mecklenburg Lake District, you should definitely go camping.
You can enjoy the peace and quiet, the feeling of freedom and closeness to nature well into the evening hours and at the same time be much more flexible than in a hotel or vacation apartment.
With a roof tent on your own car, you can drive anywhere and plan several different stops for overnight stays.
If necessary, the tent can be folded up within a few minutes and without any great effort, giving you an enormously large and above all comfortable living area.
You can choose the model you want and configure it to suit your needs.
So nothing stands in the way of your eventful camping vacation!
Read more about roof tent models, prices, roof load and advantages here: Roof tent for your car. A camping vacation guarantees you these advantages:

• Feeling of freedom & closeness to nature
• Flexible & spontaneous travel arrangements
• Several overnight stays & stops are possible
• Cozy get-together at the campsite
• Cheaper than a hotel or vacation apartment
• Dog & family friendly

Camping right by the water?
Your dog will love it!

Campsite recommendations directly on the lake

If you want to make several stops along the Mecklenburg Lake District with your roof tent, there are numerous campsites to choose from.
They are all very close to nature and offer you and your loved ones plenty of privacy and peace and quiet in the evening.
Nevertheless, you are always centrally located enough to be able to start planning your day in the morning without having to travel far.
I have summarized some popular, central and affordable campsites for you here:

Campsite Ecktannen

4.5 stars / 1,653 Google reviews

• Address: Fontanestraße 66, 17192 Waren (Müritz)
• Phone: 03991 668513

Camping and Holiday Park Havelberge-Haveltourist

4.3 stars / 1,160 Google reviews

• Address: An den Havelbergen 1, 17237 Userin
• Phone: 03981 24790

Pleasure vacations, nature and beach camping

4.6 stars / 314 Google reviews

• Address: Am Heidenfriedhof 01, 17194 Jabel
• Phone: 039929 76712

Naturcamping Zwei Seen

4.3 stars / 699 Google reviews

• Address: Waldchaussee 2, 17209 Zislow
• Phone: 039924 29018

Nature camping Malchow

4.3 stars / 484 Google reviews

• Address: Zum Plauer See 1, 17213 Malchow
• Phone: 039932 49907

Camping by the lake

4.3 stars / 452 Google reviews

• Address: An den Schaftannen 1, 17214 Alt Schwerin
• Phone: 039932 42073

Evaluation: Experience – What is important?

When choosing a campsite, you should definitely pay attention to a few important criteria in order to enjoy your time here as much as possible.
For example, a central location with enough privacy and a certain level of cleanliness of the site and sanitary facilities are important exclusion criteria that you should consider when making your choice so that you still feel comfortable and at home during your vacation.
I have listed a few factors for you here that you should keep in mind when looking for the right pitch:

1. Rest
2. Catering
3. Friendliness
4. Price-performance ratio
5. General cleanliness
6. Sanitary facilities
7. Sanitary cleanliness
8. Condition of the rental accommodation / plots
9. Infrastructure
10. Leisure time
11. Location

Activities: Swimming, walking & sightseeing

On a camping vacation, you are always surrounded by nature and usually have direct access to popular leisure activities and attractions.
The region around the Mecklenburg Lake District is very natural.
However, you can also expect fun and games as well as exciting activities for the whole family.
Here I have picked out some interesting activities that await you in the Mecklenburg Lake District and provide adventure, fun and excitement:

• Swimming in the lakes & sunbathing all around
• Use the water sports facilities
• Cycling
• Riding on the water
• Going for a walk or hiking
• Take advantage of nearby wellness offers
• Sightseeing
• Shopping

Which time of year is best for a vacation in the Mecklenburg Lake District?

Weather: Temperatures & Trend

The average temperature in the Mecklenburg Lake District is around 8 degrees.
July is the warmest month with up to 22 degrees and January is the coldest month with down to -3 degrees.
A vacation where you can fully enjoy nature, swimming, walking and sightseeing is therefore particularly recommended in the summer months.

• Ø temperature: 8 °C
• Warmest month: July with 22 °C
• Coldest month: January with -3 °C

Weather today on the map

Here you can already find a weather forecast for today and the coming days:

FAQ: Questions and answers

What can you do in the Mecklenburg Lake District, how many lakes are there and what is actually part of the Mecklenburg Lake District?
Here you will find some questions and answers that are frequently asked in connection with the Mecklenburg Lake District.

Where is the most beautiful place in the Mecklenburg Lake District?

The region is very natural and therefore boasts numerous beautiful places.
However, Lake Tollensesee in particular is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in this popular vacation destination.
The lake is 17.4 km² in size and also offers many amazing nature trails that are perfect for hiking or walking.

What can you do in the Mecklenburg Lake District?

• Visit to the Müritz and Waren
• Ivenack oaks
• Lake Tollensesee
• Güstrow Castle
• Müritzeum Nature Experience Center in Waren
• Malchow monastery church
• Müritz National Park
• Feldberg Lakeland Nature Park

Which is the largest lake in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

At 117 km², the Müritz is the largest lake in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and is considered the second largest lake in Germany, or rather the largest lake that lies entirely within Germany.

How many lakes are there in the Mecklenburg Lake District?

The Mecklenburg Lake District is made up of a total of 1117 lakes and is therefore often referred to as “the land of 1000 lakes”.

How far is the Mecklenburg Lake District from Berlin?

You can reach the Mecklenburg Lake District from Berlin in just 2 hours by car.

Reading tips: Vacation regions in the vicinity

If you are still undecided about where exactly to go on your vacation, there are other beautiful regions apart from the Mecklenburg Lake District that are ideal for a camping vacation.
So read more articles here as a vacation alternative!

Camping in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Are you planning a camping vacation in nature and preferably by the water?
No problem!
The federal state not only offers a diverse lake landscape with the Mecklenburg Lake District, but also recommended places directly on the coast.
Read our tips for your vacation in Kühlungsborn, Müritz, Rügen, Prerow, Usedom and more here:

• Camping in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Camping on Rügen

The island of Rügen is also not far away.
Bright sunshine, crystal-clear sea, picturesque nature and charming little towns await you on this multifaceted island.
You can reach the vacation island quickly and easily, even by car.
This means you are not only very flexible when it comes to getting there, but also when you are here.
Read more about the island’s top spots and sights here and find out everything you need to know about a camping vacation here:

• Camping Rügen