Monument · UNESCO
Holstentor
Lübeck, Germany
A twin-towered brick gate and symbol of Lübeck, now a museum.
Neighbourhood · Germany · Schleswig-Holstein
Lübeck Old Town
A World Heritage old town on an island, full of brick gables, courtyards and passages.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Lübeck Old Town matters
Lübeck's old town sits on an island, ringed by water. Its streets are lined with brick merchants' houses with stepped gables, and hidden passageways lead to small courtyards. Climb a church tower and enjoy the sea of red roofs.
Talking points
- The old town sits on an island
- Hidden courtyards are tucked behind the streets
- It is a World Heritage Site
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More in Lübeck
Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
St Mary's Church Lübeck
Lübeck, Germany
A towering brick Gothic church that inspired many churches around the Baltic.
Food and drink
Niederegger Marzipan
Lübeck, Germany
The famous marzipan house, with a cafe and a small museum.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.