Season 2026: what’s new in the region

This coming season, visitors to the region can look forward to lots of new attractions. Star architect Francis Kéré is building the Museum Ehrhardt in the Mecklenburg town of Plüschow, the Pomeranian State Museum is opening its Gallery of Romanticism for the first season, and in Binz the HYPARFORUM is sure to make a splash. In a nutshell: the north-east has a variety of new accommodation, events and leisure formats in store for 2026. Here are a few of the new attractions:

Views of Eternity: Gallery of Romanticism opens in Greifswald
The Gallery of Romanticism has recently opened at the Pomeranian State Museum in the university and Hanseatic city of Greifswald. The aim of the new exhibit is to permanently establish Greifswald as the official Caspar-David-Friedrich city and the Pomeranian State Museum as the cultural beacon of romanticism in the North. In a chapel, a multimedia installation called ‘Ausblicke ins Unendliche’ (Views of Eternity) will prepare guests for Friedrich’s poetic imagery at the start of the tour. Visitors can also look forward to an installation where Friedrich’s paintings, mood lighting and photographs of the places that inspired him blend together. The Sparkasse Vorpommern savings bank chips in two euros of the ticket price for the first one thousand guests of the Gallery of Romanticism, and from January to March pays the admission for all children visiting the gallery with their families.
Further information: pommersches-landesmuseum.de

State Museum Schwerin shines in new splendour
The State Museum Schwerin shines in new splendour. The newly presented collection will show art from several periods from Cranach to Duchamp. The exhibition concept is now more child and family friendly, more digital, more interactive and also more accessible. The Marcel Duchamp collection, for example, comprises 91 works, making it one of the largest and most significant worldwide. Another new feature is the format called ‘Guests from around the world’. This special exhibit will show outstanding works of art from international museums at regular intervals. Currently, three paintings by Rembrandt are on exhibit, on loan from the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam: ‘The Landscape with a Stone Bridge’, ‘Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul’ and ‘The Denial of St Peter’. As a special treat for all guests, for four years, admission to the museum will be free, made possible by the Dorit & Alexander Otto Foundation and the State of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
Further information: museum-schwerin.de

Painting by Georg Baselitz shown in honour of the 300-year anniversary of the Prerow Seamen’s Church
As part of the festivities surrounding the 300-year anniversary of the Prerow Seamen’s Church, the painting ‘Mein Vater sieht einen Engel’ (My Father Sees an Angel) by Georg Baselitz will be presented on 22 May 2026 for exactly 72 hours. It shows the artist’s father as an angel appears to him on the beach at Prerow. The painting measures three by four metres and was completed in 1996. To date, the piece has only been shown twice: in Dresden and Genoa. Georg Baselitz went to Prerow on holiday several times during his childhood and adolescence. The art event by the local association is entitled ‘GEORG BASELITZ – 72 Stunden nonstop in Prerow’ (72 hours non-stop in Prerow). The event kicks off on 22 May at 3pm. Catering will be provided, even during the night.
Further information: seemannskirche-prerow.de

Star architect Francis Kéré develops and builds Museum Ehrhardt in Plüschow
A new museum for photography and contemporary art spanning 1,400 square metres is being built in Plüschow near the World Heritage city of Wismar. The project was initiated by Dr Jens Ehrhardt, son of the artist Alfred Ehrhardt, and Elke Weicht-Ehrhardt. Alfred Ehrhardt (1901–1984) was one of the leading artists of the Neue Sachlichkeit (New Objectivity) movement. His work as a painter, photographer and film maker had a lasting impact on art appreciation in Germany in the 20th century. The Museum Ehrhardt is the first museum building developed in Europe by his Berlin-based architecture firm. The design of the Museum Ehrhardt is consistent with the philosophy of Kéré Architecture of creating simple but high-quality architecture that draws on regional building techniques and incorporates local resources. The digital construction board provides information on the current status of the project. The project is being realised in cooperation with HK Architekten, who are responsible for the planning process.

New immersive experience in the Ozeaneum
Starting in early 2026, visitors of the OZEANEUM on Stralsund’s harbour island can enjoy a new immersive experience with an exhibit called ‘1:1 Giants of the Sea’. They can dive into the world of whales while learning how they can help protect the marine mammals.
Further information: ozeaneum.de

New floating houses in Fuhlendorf
14 new floating holiday homes are being built at the harbour resort of Fuhlendorf near the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula. Construction of the required piers is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2026. The units should be available to rent for the summer 2026 season. Each of the houses accommodates up to six guests and is equipped with underfloor heating, a photovoltaic system and an air heat pump. The project was initiated by FHG floating house GmbH.
Further information: hafenresort-fuhlendorf.de

New project for protecting historic architecture on the island of Rügen: the HYPARFORUM
There is a new project underway in Binz. The Binzer Bucht tourism association hopes to raise awareness of historic island architecture with the HYPARFORUM. The aim is to draw attention to the shell structures designed by Binz-based civil engineer Ulrich Müther (1934–2007) to make the architectural history of East German modernism more accessible. The project will come to life in the spring of 2026, when a new permanent exhibit opens at the Haus des Gastes visitor’s centre in Binz. The exhibit is intended to inspire interested visitors and future generations, and present the history of Müther’s buildings. In addition, regular special interest weeks, organised by Binzer Bucht, and an educational architecture adventure path are planned on the island.

Kaiserbädersaal to reopen New Year’s Eve 2025
The largest event hall in the Kaiserbäder spas, the Kaiserbädersaal built in Heringsdorf on the island of Usedom in 1913, is set to reopen its doors for the New Year’s Eve 2025 celebration. Starting in January 2026, this exceptional venue will once again be used for events on a regular basis.

New indoor amusement park developed in Neustrelitz
An area of about 3,500 square metres in Neustrelitz will be home to a new indoor amusement park. The opening is scheduled for the summer of 2026. It’s attractions will include a trampoline park, a multi-storey adventure labyrinth, a Ninja Warrior course, climbing walls, a roller disco and a slide tower, to name but a few. The investor: Baltic-Swish GmbH based in Neubrandenburg.
Further information: baltic-adventures.de

New art path dedicated to the life and works of the artist Edvard Munch in Warnemünde
New highlight for art connoisseurs: a new art path called ‘Edvard Munch in Warnemünde’ has been established in Warnemünde, providing exciting insights into the life and work of the Norwegian artist in 1907 and 1908. Interested visitors can explore his life and the places that served as his motifs by taking a stroll through the seaside town. Along the way, they can peruse the signs installed at seven locations and scan the included QR codes for further information. Another new feature is the digital arts scavenger hunt by app provider Actionbound entitled ‘Edvard Munch in Warnemünde – Gefühle zwischen Meer und Farben’ (Emotions between Sea and Colours), which mainly appeals to young visitors between the ages of 15 and 20. Those who want to find out even more about Munch should plan a visit to the Warnemünde Edvard-Munch-Haus with its recently renovated arts garden.
Further information: edvard-munch-haus.de

New autumn event at the Kaiserbäder
An event entitled ‘Lichterglanz & Meeresfeuer – Der Herbst leuchtet auf’ (Shining Lights & Ocean Fire – The Glow of Autumn) is planned for the first weekend in November 2026. This is a brand new format that will even include a drone show.
Further information coming soon: kaiserbaeder-auf-usedom.de

150th anniversary of the city of Ludwigslust with reopening of the Golden Hall in the palace
In 2026, Ludwigslust is celebrating its 150-year anniversary. The highlight of the year will be the reopening of the Golden Hall in the palace, which is scheduled in May to coincide with the palace’s 250-year anniversary. The Friese organ in the Stadtkirche church will also turn 150 that year. It is currently being refurbished and scheduled for restoration in 2027.
Further information: ludwigslust.de, mecklenburg-schwerin.de

Images to download:

Star architect Francis Kéré is designing and building the new Ehrhardt Museum in Plüschow. Photo: Kéré Architecture

State Museum Schwerin, photo: Ulrich Pfeuffer/SSGK-MV LG

Floating houses in Fuhlendorf, photo: FHG floating house GmbH

HYPARFORUM in Binz, photo: THIAM + BERNARD-BOOS + HERSCHEL

Indoor amusement park in Neustrelitz, photo: Baltic Adventures

Art path ‘Edvard Munch in Warnemünde’, photo: Edvard-Munch-Haus e. V.