Priepert Between Two Lakes
Accommodation in Priepert
Priepert lies on a peninsula between Lake Ellbogensee and Lake Großer Priepertsee. Water shapes the village: of its total area of 2,258 hectares, 585 hectares are water. Those choosing a destination for its nature, water activities and village history will find several ways to plan their days here.
Lake Scenery and Nature Trails
Priepert’s location between two lakes is a distinctive feature. The area figures also show the share of water in the municipality: 585 of the total 2,258 hectares are water. On land, a walk in the woods offers a different perspective on the surroundings. Hiking through the forests around Priepert, you’ll pass a rock garden featuring erratic boulders from various ice ages. If you’re interested in nature and geological history, you can plan this rock garden as a stop along the way.
Exploring by Boat
The Priepert canoe station rents kayaks, Canadian canoes and motorboats that do not require a license. This gives you a choice of different types of boats for exploring the water. When planning, consider which type of boat suits your plans; this information does not specify a particular route or duration. Visitors can also rent canoes from a local provider and explore the region on the water.
Priepert has a waterside rest area for canoeists and other waterway travelers. They can spend the night there inexpensively in a tent they bring with them. This option is particularly relevant for travelers on the water with their own camping equipment. It differs from looking for a hotel or other permanent accommodation: the key question here is whether sleeping in your own tent suits your travel plans.
The Ofenweg: A Trail to Former Industries
The Ofenweg hiking trail starts in Priepert and leads to information boards at a former tar kiln and a former lime kiln. The boards give the trail a historical context: its destinations are former kiln sites, not active businesses. If you’re interested in the history of local work, the trail offers a practical way to combine exercise and information.
From April to October, the Ofenweg is accessible by the Kleinseenbus to the Priepert stop. Parking is available at the trail’s starting and ending point. The bus and car are therefore two ways mentioned for reaching the area where the trail begins and ends. Information about the season and stop can help you plan your visit for the right time.
Church and Local History
The half-timbered church in Priepert was built in 1719. Inside are a Baroque altar, a Baroque pulpit and a suspended baptismal angel. The church is also on a pilgrimage route. Duke Adolf Friedrich III of Mecklenburg-Strelitz used it until his palace in Glienicke was completed. Its architecture, furnishings and documented connection to the duke give the church several historical associations.
The Priepert local history room displays household items, books and clothing from earlier times, along with other historical exhibits. It is located in the former village school. Outside, you can see old farming equipment from the last century. If you’re interested in everyday life and the history of work in the village, you’ll find various kinds of exhibits here: everyday items, written and personal effects, and agricultural equipment.
Activities at the Lakeside Swimming Area
Children can enjoy a variety of play equipment at the lakeside swimming area in Priepert. There is also a beach volleyball court and a chessboard with oversized pieces. These options cater to different interests: playing, volleyball or a game of chess outdoors. When choosing activities for your trip, you can also consider whether these leisure options would appeal to your group.
You can also find more information about Wesenberg, Roggentin, Wustrow and Mirow.
For the broader travel overview: Amt Mecklenburgische Kleinseenplatte.
