Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Lübeck Old Town
Lübeck, Germany
A World Heritage old town on an island, full of brick gables, courtyards and passages.
Monument · Germany · Schleswig-Holstein
Holstentor
A twin-towered brick gate and symbol of Lübeck, now a museum.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Holstentor matters
The Holstentor is Lübeck's iconic gate, with two round brick towers and a gently sagging middle. It was built in the fifteenth century to guard the town. A museum inside tells the story of the Hanseatic League and the city's history.
Talking points
- Two round brick towers flank the gate
- It is a symbol of the Hanseatic city
- A museum is inside
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Food and drink
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Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.