Dalberg-Wendelstorf: Nature, History and Water

When planning a trip to Dalberg-Wendelstorf, a range of interests come together: landscapes and local history, as well as activities on the water or horseback riding. The specific connections vary by location.

Landscapes near Dalberg, Wendelstorf and Seefeld

Dalberg lies in the Stepenitz Valley, in a landscape of forests, marshland and Dalberger Kuhle. Wendelstorf is located close to Wendelstorfer See and is closely connected with the natural landscape of the Stepenitz Valley. Seefeld, in turn, is characterized by forests and open landscapes. There, you can enjoy walks and nature experiences near the Stepenitz. The places therefore offer different landscape settings: from the valley and its marshland to the lake, as well as forests and open areas.

Local history and culture

Dalberg was first mentioned in 1271, and Wendelstorf as early as 1194. Wendelstorf’s first recorded mention therefore predates Dalberg’s; each year refers to the place named. The area around Dalberg-Wendelstorf is also home to Schloss Wiligrad and the Elisabethquelle spring on the steep shores of Schweriner See. These regional cultural landmarks add a castle and a lakeside spring to the area’s early local history.

Wendelstorfer See: fishing and canoeing

Wendelstorfer See brings together two different interests on the water. Guest fishing at the lake is listed under the LAV M-V guest fishing permit. Check the applicable permit and operator rules before travelling. The fish species listed for the lake are eel, perch, bream, pike, roach and tench.

A canoe route through the Stepenitz Valley also passes over Wendelstorfer See. Some sections of its shores have steep slopes and a belt of reeds. This distinguishes the fishing information from the canoe description: permit and operator rules are relevant to guest fishing, while the route simply names the lake as part of its course. The wider area around Schweriner See also has hiking and cycling trails.

Horse-riding options and types of accommodation

Reiterhof Dalberg offers riding lessons for children aged seven and older, teenagers and adults. It also has a horse kindergarten for children aged three and older. If you plan to take part in one of these activities, confirm current availability before your trip.

Reiterhof Dalberg also offers holiday apartments for guests who want to enjoy nature or explore the surrounding area. Holiday apartments are a different type of accommodation from hotels. If you are specifically looking for a hotel, check the accommodation type; if you are interested in a holiday apartment, ask about current availability before your trip.

Northwest Mecklenburg as a wider landscape setting

In the broader travel destination of Northwest Mecklenburg, the north belongs to the landscape area “Northwest Mecklenburg Hills with Wismar Bay,” while the south belongs to the “West Mecklenburg Lake District with Schweriner See.” At district level, the landscape is shaped by terminal moraine ridges, gently undulating ground moraine plateaus, steep and flat coasts, meltwater and drainage channels, and outwash plains. This wider context shows the landscape diversity of Northwest Mecklenburg without treating the distinct local settings of Dalberg, Wendelstorf and Seefeld as identical.

Schloss Gadebusch is also located in the district; it is a Renaissance castle dating from 1573. It is a rare example of Mecklenburg or North German brick Renaissance architecture and features reliefs in the regional Johann Albrecht style.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Pingelshagen, Alt Meteln, Zickhusen, Lübstorf, Grambow, Gottesgabe, Brüsewitz, Pokrent.

Go to the broader travel overview: Amt Lützow-Lübstorf.