Lübeck Old Town Travel Guide

Lübeck

Lübeck Old Town
Petrikirche showing a city and a bay or harbour
Rathaus which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city
Museum Holstentor which includes a garden and heritage architecture
Rathaus featuring interior views and heritage elements
Church spires soar high above centuries-old merchant houses, which themselves house cafés, museums and shops, in this historic island district.

A walk around Luebeck Old Town (Luebeck Altstadt) is a window into the absorbing past of Luebeck. Set on an island flanked by arms of the Trave River, Luebeck Old Town was once a strategic center of the Hanseatic League trading activities. Medieval Gothic-style landmarks stand proud on elegant avenues, some in their original form and others meticulously rebuilt after bomb raids devastated the city in 1942. An absorbing charm and grandiose architecture has earned the area UNESCO World Heritage status.

Enter the district via one of the two last-surviving gates of the old city walls. Burgtor marks the northern entrance and leads into the former castle hill. Holstentor, on the western perimeter, leads to what was once the lively merchant quarters. Inside the gate, the Holstentor Museum provides a great introduction to the city.

Architectural monuments are found at the turn of every corner. Visit the five churches that make up the Sieben Türme, which is an ensemble of seven grandiose spires: Dom, Marienkirche, Petrikirche, St. Aegidien Church and St. Jakobi Church. Tour the three gabled houses that form the town hall, Rathaus. Stall holders hawk their wares at craft fairs and farmers markets held in Town Hall Square just as merchants did in medieval times.

Educate yourself about the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum. The Willy Brandt House and Buddenbrook House honor politician Willy Brandt and writer Thomas Mann, who are two of the city’s most famous sons. See examples of puppets from around the world at Luebeck Museum of Theatre Puppets.

Be sure to go shopping on Breite Strasse and Koenigstrasse. Catch a show at performing arts venues such as Theater Luebeck and Theater Partout. Enjoy a well-earned break at sidewalk cafés. Or, take a leisurely stroll on a riverside trail, see boats and houses reflect perfectly in the water and watch as the sun drifts down behind the towers.

Luebeck Old Town is easy to reach on foot and by bus from the city’s central train station. The best way to get around is on foot and rented bike.


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Radisson Blu Senator Hotel
Radisson Blu Senator Hotel
5 out of 5
Willy-Brandt-Allee 6, Lübeck, SH
The price is ₹14,903 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹14,903
₹15,946 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved this place. The rooms were great - we had adjoining. The breakfast was AMAZING! The best I’ve ever had. The beautiful restaurant it is served in, the choices, good coffee, cheeses, eggs, salads meat, fish, juices……. I loved it. Good location to walk to Christmas markets. Parking onsite. Sauna ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025

Radisson Blu Senator Hotel
Park Inn by Radisson Lübeck
Park Inn by Radisson Lübeck
4 out of 5
Willy-Brandt-Allee 1-5, Lübeck, SH
The price is ₹10,017 per night from 11 May to 12 May
₹10,017
₹10,718 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient, located between the railway station and old town. Twenty-minute walk to the Hanseatic Museum, which is fascinating. American-style hotel w friendly, helpful staff."

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Lübeck
Atlantic Hotel Luebeck
Atlantic Hotel Luebeck
4 out of 5
Schmiedestr. 9-15, Lübeck, SH
The price is ₹13,875 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹13,875
₹14,846 total
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27 Apr - 28 Apr
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice staffs. Room is specious and clean. Breakfast is top notch, with variety of fishes, fresh juices and delicious breads. Public parking is next door, but used hotel parking for 20 euro per day."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Atlantic Hotel Luebeck
Motel One Lübeck
Motel One Lübeck
Schüsselbuden 15, Lübeck
The price is ₹7,985 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹7,985
₹8,544 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
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"Excellent location, very good staff. Eddy at the front desk very good. Room 232 nice and quiet although a little small. Other than the room being on the small side l will definitely book this hotel again. Thanks Eddy."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2024

Motel One Lübeck
Hotel Jensen
Hotel Jensen
An der Obertrave 4-5, Lübeck
The price is ₹8,085 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹8,085
₹8,651 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Theater Figuren Museum and Museum Holstentor are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (596 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Hotel Jensen
Hotel Excellent
Hotel Excellent
Mühlenbrücke 7, Lübeck, SH
The price is ₹7,622 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹7,622
₹8,156 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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8.4/10 Very Good! (310 reviews)
"Great room with a balcony overlooking the small lake. Shower was interesting, it was raised off the floor about 8 inches, but I managed. Great location for easy access."

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2025

Hotel Excellent
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