Boat rental at Schwerin Castle is booming: Asian tourists in focus!

Boat rental at Schwerin Castle is booming: Asian tourists in focus!

Summer in Schwerin is currently at its best - the sun is shining and the temperatures are perfect for enjoying nature. Anyone who would like to experience Schwerin Castle from a different perspective has the opportunity to take part in one of the popular boat trips. These are becoming increasingly popular, particularly among Asian tourists who appreciate the picturesque scenery and relaxing atmosphere. According to the [Ostsee-Zeitung](https://www.ostsee-zeitung.de/lokales/ Schwerin/asiaten-lieben-bootstouren-am-schloss-super-stau-am-sieben-seen-center-seniorin-vermisst-6QSMM2E4HFEOZCQHXQACD54ZXE.html?outputType=valid_amp), the boat charter Schwerin urgently points this out to its passengers to protect yourself with sunscreen.

The boat charter at the castle pier has been in existence for 15 years and is run by Tony Pilipenko, who took over the business after his father's death. The number of excursions has increased steadily since receiving World Heritage status. The company offers license-free pleasure boats with an output of 15 to 60 hp, as a look at the reviews on Tripadvisor shows. Even if some customers criticize difficulties in reaching the provider, many emphasize the quality of the boats and the competent support.

Traffic jams and construction work cause delays

Despite the beautiful boat tours, drivers in Schwerin are faced with challenges. There are currently massive traffic disruptions in Krebsförden, where construction work on Ellerriedstrasse is causing enormous traffic jams. Drivers need over an hour to cover the last 500 meters. The traffic light circuits have been adjusted to ease the traffic situation while the work continues until the end of August.

During this hectic time, the city also has to deal with a missing case. An 86-year-old senior citizen went missing in Schwerin, but fortunately she was found safe and sound. Helicopters, drones and search dogs were used in the search.

A sweet opening and job offers for vacationers

While the city continues to deal with traffic problems and missing person reports, there is also positive news. Blerim Ibishi has opened a new ice cream parlor called “Venezia” in the Schlosspark Center. Here, over 36 flavors of ice cream are made directly on site, and to celebrate the opening, the ice cream scoops cost just 1.50 euros. A sweet treat that fits perfectly into summer!

The region also attracts holidaymakers with job offers: over 150 positions from various industries will be presented in Boltenhagen and on the island of Poel from August 18th to 21st. An excellent opportunity to get to know not only the summer, but also the working world in West Mecklenburg.

Boat tourism is changing

Boat tourism is booming in Germany. This phenomenon does not go unnoticed in the Schwerin area either. During the coronavirus pandemic, many people have shifted their leisure activities to water, which has led to an increase in boat traffic. A study shows that boat tourism in Germany generates gross sales of over four billion euros. But this boom also brings with it ecological challenges that have so far received little attention, as Geo explains in more detail.

In order to protect not only leisure activities but also nature, more environmentally friendly boat trips are required. The Federal Ministry of Transport has clear but ambivalent plans here, because although the expansion of recreational boating is being pushed, ecological aspects must be integrated into the master plan.

Schwerin, with its lakes and picturesque surroundings, offers a beautiful setting for boat tours and remains a hotspot for tourists this summer, both from home and abroad. But it remains to be seen how the challenges posed by the boom will affect the region.