Lenz on Lake Plauer See: Waterways, Cycling and Castle Remains

Lenz is directly adjacent to Lake Plauer See. The blue Lenzer Bridge crosses the branch canal towards Lake Plauer See and is well worth a visit. Your orientation therefore begins with a clear choice between staying by the water and taking excursions on the water: From Lenz, boat trips to Plau am See or to the island town of Malchow are possible. At the same time, cycling opportunities and historical traces provide additional themes that can be incorporated into a varied day plan.

Waterways and Boat Traffic

In the wider area around Malchow, the Müritz-Elde Waterway connects the Müritz with Lake Plauer See. The Malchow Swing Bridge provides a particular highlight: It opens every hour from April to November so that larger boats and regional passenger vessels can pass through. If you want to experience aquatic landscapes not only as a tranquil backdrop but also through their boat traffic, this location offers a tangible connection. The seasonal period is part of the rhythm of the bridge operation and makes the changing months by the water perceptible.

Lenzer Harbour

Boat rental and boat charter services are available at Lenzer Harbour; mooring spaces are also provided. This gives Lenz its own connection to a harbour in addition to its immediate location on Lake Plauer See. If you are looking for a maritime focus during your stay, these specific services can play a role in planning your days. When choosing your hotel, it is also sensible to consider first whether boating and harbour life should define the desired character of your trip.

Cycling, Shoreline and Views

Lake Plauer See also remains the central reference point on land. One route leads from Lenz directly along the shore of Lake Plauer See through a deciduous forest. Lenzer Höh is a viewpoint overlooking Lake Plauer See. Cyclists can board in Lenz and combine the circular cycle route around Lake Plauer See with a boat trip. This opens up different ways to plan your day: a route along the shore and through the forest, a stay featuring views from the viewpoint, or a combination of the circular cycle route and a boat trip. This allows you to combine exercise, landscapes and maritime impressions without limiting your stay to just one type of experience.

Historical Traces near Lenz

Lenz’s historical side is reflected in the former castle. Lenz Castle was built near Lenz in 1448/49. A double rampart and a ditch between them can be identified at the former castle; however, only a few or vaguely discernible remains of the once-large fortification are still visible today. The contrast between the formerly extensive complex and the now only partially visible remains is precisely what shapes the historical impression.

Further destinations: Walow, Zislow, Nossentiner Hütte, Penkow, Göhren-Lebbin, Silz, Fünfseen, Alt Schwerin

For the overarching travel overview: Amt Malchow.