In the 20th century, Schwedt was an important industrial location, especially for the paper and chemical industries. The history of the City dates back to the Middle Ages. Back then, the City served as a hub from trade routes. Over the centuries, Schwedt belonged to the Duchy of Brandenburg and the Kingdom of Prussia, among others.

Schwedt has a number of cultural and historical sights to offer:

Stadtmuseum Schwedt: A museum that documents the history and culture of the City.

Stadtkirche St. Marien: A Gothic church from the 14th century, considered one of the most important Gothic buildings in Brandenburg.

Oder-Spree-Aue: A nature reserve along the Oder, which is ideal for hiking and cycling.

The gastronomy in Schwedt offers a good selection of restaurants and cafés with regional and international cuisine. There are also several breweries in the City that produce and sell beer. Traditional specialties such as Brandenburg potato soup and Brandenburg herring can be sampled in Schwedt. There is also a good selection of markets and grocery stores offering fresh food and regional products.