Picture Kritzmow a charming village nestled near Rostock. Its history stretches back to 1270 when it was first mentioned as Critzelmow. Long before that however Slavic tribes inhabited this very land. The area was significant strategically located between the Warnow and Waidbach valleys.
Kritzmow wasn’t always as it is today. It started as a small village. Over time smaller settlements joined its ranks. Klein Stove became part of Kritzmow in 1958. Klein and Gross Schwaβ followed in 1960. This expansion reflects Kritzmow’s growth and its proximity to Rostock. The area’s location helped it flourish despite trends in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Several industrial and craft businesses set up shop here. Attractive building areas further boosted its population.
Interestingly the village coat of arms reflects its unique past. A griffin head represents Kritzmow’s connection to the Hospital Zum Heiligen Geist or Zum Heiligen Georg in Rostock. The broken abbot’s staff symbolizes the end of the monastery’s rule over Kritzmow and Klein Schwaβ. The coat of arms is a visual story of Kritzmow’s past power and influence.
Today Kritzmow is a vibrant community. Its schools like the Regenbogenkinder-Grundschule and Kindertagesstätte Schwalbennest serve the younger generation. The Bundesstraße 103 a four-lane highway runs through Kritzmow connecting it to Rostock-Warnemünde and the A20. The Landesstraße L 10 links Kritzmow to Rostock and extends almost to Wismar. Even the Gross Schwaβ train station on the Wismar-Rostock railway line serves the village.
The story of Kritzmow is more than just dates and facts. It’s a tale of growth resilience and connection. A testament to a community that adapted evolved and thrived near a larger city. It’s a story waiting to be explored fully. Take a moment to appreciate the history that surrounds us in this unassuming yet significant village.