Why people love visiting historical Schwerte
Take a holiday to Schwerte and enjoy the area's cathedral, history and museums. Renowned for its riverfront, football matches and boating, this city welcomes all visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in Schwerte
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Schwerte a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Dortmund Zoo (4.6 mi / 7.3 km)
- Meditherme Ruhrpark (12.8 mi / 20.6 km)
- Water Park AquaMagis Plettenberg (19.1 mi / 30.8 km)
- Royal Saint Barbara's Dortmund Golf Club (6.6 mi / 10.7 km)
- Elbershallen (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
- Markischer Golf Club (3.7 mi / 6 km)
Exploring the natural features in Schwerte
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Schwerte. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Phoenix Lake (3.9 mi / 6.2 km)
- Balver Höhle (15 mi / 24.2 km)
- Arnsberg Forest Nature Park (27.8 mi / 44.8 km)
- Dechen Cave and Museum (6.4 mi / 10.3 km)
- Wildwald Vosswinkel (13.6 mi / 21.8 km)
- Henrichenburg Boat Lift (15.7 mi / 25.3 km)
How to get to and around Schwerte
Fly into Dortmund (DTM), the closest airport, located 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from the city centre.
If you prefer train travel, make your way to Schwerte (Ruhr) Station or Ergste Station and explore the city from there.