Dummerstorf – a name that rolls off the tongue like a whispered secret. Imagine yourself standing in the heart of this small, unassuming municipality in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This village, once a mere speck on the map, has a rich history, dating back to the 14th century. It was in this very spot that the Preen family built their ancestral home, a grand manor house that served as the seat of their power and influence. The Preen family had a strong presence here. They were wealthy landowners, owning large tracts of land and farms. Their influence extended far beyond the boundaries of Dummerstorf, making them one of the most powerful families in the region. But nothing lasts forever. In 2009, a significant change took place. Dummerstorf was absorbed into the surrounding municipality of Rostock. It was a move that brought change, yet the village’s unique past remained intact. Today, remnants of the Preen’s time still exist. If you spend close enough attention, you might even spot the faint outline of the manor house, a silent whisper of times gone by.
Heubastion
The Heubastion stands in the middle of Rostock’s city center, a silent guardian of the past. It was once part