University of Greifswald
A Historic Hub of Academic Excellence
Did you know?
At one point, the university was the oldest higher education institution in Sweden.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1456
- Website
- uni-greifswald.de
Guided Story
Can you feel the whispers of history in the air? Look around and imagine the first students walking these halls over 500 years ago. Behind you, at the Rubenow Monument, the city honors Heinrich Rubenow, the university's first rector and a pivotal figure in its founding. If you look up, you'll see the impressive facade of the main building, a testament to times long past. Did you know that this university was once the oldest in Sweden? That was during the period when Western Pomerania was part of Sweden! This rich and varied history makes the University of Greifswald a truly unique place of learning and culture.
