Welcome to Rastow, a charming destination in the north of Germany! This Travel Guide gives you an overview of everything you need to know about this town.
Attractions in Rastow
Highlights
Maps and trails
Bicycle Rides
· Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Through the Hagenow land
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
35.8 km
Duration
3:45 h
Ascent
18 m
Descent
18 m
This very beautiful bike route takes us through a landscape shaped by forests and heaths, as we often find it in West Mecklenburg.
from User Alpstein,
Outdooractive Editors
Horseback Riding
· Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Horse ride on September 26, 2021
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
18.4 km
Duration
2:05 h
Ascent
21 m
Descent
21 m
Beautiful circular route in wonderful weather
from Katrin Pötschke,
Community
Road Bike
· Braunschweiger Land
Long road cycling trip from Gifhorn to Pinnow via Grußendorf, Bergen an der Dumme and Lüchow
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
180.3 km
Duration
9:05 h
Ascent
206 m
Descent
217 m
Outdooractive Creative Commons
Long Distance Cycling
· Lüneburger Heide
Radtour 2019 - Elbe - Tag 10
Difficulty
Distance
93.8 km
Duration
6:21 h
Ascent
104 m
Descent
74 m
Radtour 2019 - Elbe - Tag 10 wegen Tourabruch von der Elbe weg in Richtung Norden nach Schwerin
from Karl-Heinz Schießl,
Community
Hiking Trail
· Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Heldenmarsch 100 km // 20.08.2022
Difficulty
Distance
100.2 km
Duration
24:08 h
Ascent
39 m
Descent
39 m
Heldenmarsch 100 km // 20.08.2022
from Céline O.,
Community
Hiking Trail
· Mecklenburg-Schwerin
mv
Difficulty
Distance
15.4 km
Duration
5:30 h
Ascent
4 m
Descent
9 m
from Andreas Kühl,
Community
Mountain Bike
· Mecklenburg-Schwerin
OV Elbe
Difficulty
Distance
86.5 km
Duration
7:19 h
Ascent
24 m
Descent
62 m
Aussichtsturm Langendorf
from Alexander Witt,
Community
Long Distance Cycling
· Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Radreise 2018 Etappe 1
Difficulty
Distance
85.2 km
Duration
5:41 h
Ascent
0 m
Descent
12 m
Hamburg nach Avendorfer Hude
from Christian Kloth,
Community
Hiking Trail
· Elbe-Börde-Heide
Wismar <>
Difficulty
Distance
560.4 km
Duration
133:25 h
Ascent
1,301 m
Descent
1,301 m
from Susi's Föhn,
Community
Maps and trails
Geographical location and special features:
Rastow is located in the federal state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The town is located on the town canal, which connects the Elde River with Lake Schwerin. Here you can take a boat trip or simply walk along the shores and enjoy nature.
Tourist attractions: One of the most famous landmarks in Rastow is Wiligrad Castle. The baroque castle was built in the 18th century and today offers a museum as well as a beautiful park for walking. The 13th century Zarrentin Monastery is also worth a visit.
Cultural highlights and events: Concerts, theatre performances and exhibitions are held regularly in Rastow. A special highlight are the summer concerts at Wiligrad Castle, where renowned artists perform.
Culinary specialities: The region around Rastow is known for its fish dishes - be sure to try the fresh pike-perch or eel! Hearty meat dishes such as game stew are also on many menus.
Outdoor activities: Cycling tours through the idyllic countryside around Rastow are particularly popular - especially in spring and summer a real experience! In winter you can go ice skating or ice sailing on the nearby Schwerin Lake.
Rain days in Rastow: Even if the weather doesn't cooperate, there is plenty to do in Rastow. Visit the Museum of Town History, for example, or take a guided tour of the historic buildings in the old town.
Where is the most beautiful? The beautiful landscape around the city canal invites you to linger - here you can relax and enjoy nature. The view from the tower of Zarrentin Monastery over the surrounding area is also breathtaking!
Rastow is definitely worth a trip! Whether cultural highlights, culinary delights or outdoor activities - everyone gets their money's worth here. This travel guide is designed to help you get the most out of your stay and take home unforgettable memories.
Tourist attractions: One of the most famous landmarks in Rastow is Wiligrad Castle. The baroque castle was built in the 18th century and today offers a museum as well as a beautiful park for walking. The 13th century Zarrentin Monastery is also worth a visit.
Cultural highlights and events: Concerts, theatre performances and exhibitions are held regularly in Rastow. A special highlight are the summer concerts at Wiligrad Castle, where renowned artists perform.
Culinary specialities: The region around Rastow is known for its fish dishes - be sure to try the fresh pike-perch or eel! Hearty meat dishes such as game stew are also on many menus.
Outdoor activities: Cycling tours through the idyllic countryside around Rastow are particularly popular - especially in spring and summer a real experience! In winter you can go ice skating or ice sailing on the nearby Schwerin Lake.
Rain days in Rastow: Even if the weather doesn't cooperate, there is plenty to do in Rastow. Visit the Museum of Town History, for example, or take a guided tour of the historic buildings in the old town.
Where is the most beautiful? The beautiful landscape around the city canal invites you to linger - here you can relax and enjoy nature. The view from the tower of Zarrentin Monastery over the surrounding area is also breathtaking!
Rastow is definitely worth a trip! Whether cultural highlights, culinary delights or outdoor activities - everyone gets their money's worth here. This travel guide is designed to help you get the most out of your stay and take home unforgettable memories.
Destinations in Rastow
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

