Things to do in Waren an der Müritz – attractions and tips

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | What to see and do in Waren an der Müritz in northern Germany? The charming little town is located right on the Müritz, surrounded by lakes and beautiful nature. Here you can stroll through the old town and along the harbor, eat Fischbrötchen, visit the Müritzeum experience center or go out on the lake and in the Müritz National Park. We have visited Waren by camper and share our experiences and tips.

Waren an der Müritz – holiday town among the lakes

Waren an der Müritz is located in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in northeastern Germany, in the middle of the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte – a landscape known for its many lakes, forests and waterways.

The city is located on the large lake Müritz and is a popular holiday destination, not least for those who enjoy boating, cycling and nature. At the same time, there is a cozy city center with restaurants, shops and old houses.

We came here by camper van during a tour of northern Germany and were particularly captivated by the combination of the small town and all the water. Waren simply feels like a place where you would love to stay for a few days.

Things to do in Waren an der Müritz

So what is there to see and do in Waren? The city itself is not very big, so much can be experienced on foot. At the same time, Waren serves as a starting point for excursions on the Müritz and in the surrounding nature.

1. Stroll through the old town

Start with a walk through the center of Waren, with its cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and a mix of older buildings from different periods.

The historic city center is home to the churches of St. Marien and St. Georgen, as well as restaurants, cafes, and small shops. It's not a city where you need to rush through a long list of attractions - a large part of its charm lies in just strolling around.

2. Stroll in the harbor of Waren

Then continue down towards the harbor, which is one of the nicest parts of Waren. Here, pleasure boats and excursion boats are moored side by side and along the water there are restaurants, cafes and various eateries.

When we were here, there was a real holiday atmosphere in the harbor, with boats coming and going and people settling down to eat by the water. There are also various boat trips from Waren, making the city a good starting point if you want to experience the Müritz from the water.

3. Eat Fischbrötchen by the water

If you are in northern Germany, a Fischbrötchen is a good choice – a fish sandwich that comes in many varieties along the German coast and in the lake areas.

We sat down by the harbor and chose between Fischbrötchen and fish and chips. Not particularly fancy, but very tasty and just the right setting for that kind of lunch.

4. Visit the Müritzeum

One of the main attractions in Waren is Müritzeum, a large natural history museum and experience center focusing on the nature of the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte.

We thought it was really nice. The museum is interactive and suitable for both adults and children. Here you can learn more about the animals, plants, forests, wetlands and lakes of the region, for example by listening to bird calls and discovering different animal species.

Aquariums with fish from the region

One of the highlights is the large aquarium section. The Müritzeum describes it as Germany's largest aquarium for native freshwater species. In 25 aquariums, nearly 50 species of fish are displayed, along with crustaceans, mussels and turtles, among other things.

The largest aquarium definitely made an impression on us. During our visit, we actually had to try to estimate how many fish were swimming there. It was much harder than you might think!

However, the museum is about much more than fish. The interactive exhibitions tell the story of nature throughout the Müritz region, from forests and birdlife to wetlands and the history of the landscape.

5. Experience Lake Müritz

It's hard to visit Waren without noticing the Müritz. The enormous lake dominates the entire city and is an important reason why people come here for vacation.

Müritz is Germany's largest lake, located entirely within the country's borders. Lake Constance is larger, but is shared between Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

On and around the Müritz you can go boating, canoeing, swimming and cycling. The entire Mecklenburgische Seenplatte is also crisscrossed by lakes and waterways, so anyone who likes to be on the water can easily spend an entire holiday in the area.

For us, it was mainly a walk along the water and lunch in the harbor, but we would love to come back and discover more of the lake itself.

6. Discover the Müritz National Park

Just east of Waren lies the Müritz National Park. The national park consists of forests, lakes, wetlands and marshes and is a great excursion destination for those who want to combine a visit to Waren with hiking, cycling and bird watching.

Here you can find white-tailed eagles and ospreys, among other things, and the area is also known for the large numbers of cranes that pass through during migration.

There are hiking and cycling trails through the national park, and Waren is a good starting point for exploring the area. After a forest fire in the summer of 2026, some parts were temporarily closed, but the national park administration announced in July that roads and trails had been reopened.

Waren an der Müritz by motorhome

Waren and the area around Müritz are very suitable for a trip by motorhome. There are several campsites and parking lots in and around the city and the distances to the city center, the lake and nature are short.

When we visited Waren, we parked within easy walking distance of the city center. From there we could leave the camper and explore the city and the Müritzeum on foot. Later we continued to Havelberge Camping Resort, where we spent the night.

More to see in the neighbourhood

Waren can also be a good base for a few days with a campervan at the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte. From here you can make excursions around the lakes before continuing your journey through Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Here you will find reports with tips on places nearby:

• Schwerin Castle
• Greifswald
• Stralsund
• Wismar