Lübeck

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Buddenbrooks House featuring heritage elements
Study beautiful medieval churches, wander down narrow streets in the old town and visit its many museums to learn about the history of this charming city.

Luebeck is an old city in the German state of Schleswig-Holstein. Its medieval history has been preserved in beautiful churches and other architectural structures. Visit a famous 15th-century city gate or admire historic buildings. The city is great for outdoor activities, such as cycling, fishing, hot air ballooning and skydiving.

Shop for hand-made jewelry, accessories and handicrafts in a local workshop or explore museums and galleries to learn about Luebeck’s history. Luebeck is a famous leading city of the Hanseatic League, a defensive and commercial confederation of merchant guilds and market towns. With many excellent cafés and restaurants in the old town, Luebeck is great for relaxing.

Holsten Gate is one of the city’s most recognizable structures. The famous city gate was built in the mid-15th century and based on Dutch models. Notice the sunken south tower and unusual leaning angle of the gate. The structural oddity is due to the foundations sinking in the marshy ground. Stop at Holsten Gate Museum to learn more about Holsten Gate and the Hanseatic League.

St Mary’s is one of Germany’s largest churches. The striking building in the old town features Gothic brick architecture and exceptional artworks. Tour the church’s interior to see the wonderful altar, the high choir and the organ. Luebeck features several other old churches, including St Peter’s, St Jacob’s and Luebeck Cathedral.

Stop at the Museum of Natural History and the Environment to see displays on the region’s plants and animals. The museum has an impressive skeleton of a sperm whale, measuring about 46 feet (14 meters) long. Luebeck also features other notable museums and art galleries, including a fascinating theater puppet museum, called TheaterFigurenMuseum.

Discover Luebeck in the state of Schleswig-Holstein in northern Germany. The historic city is about 190 miles (300 kilometers) from Berlin. Stay in comfortable accommodations, including luxurious hotels, self-catered apartments and vacation homes.

Visit Luebeck for spectacular medieval architecture, excellent museums and cafés with pretty courtyards.

Where to stay in Lübeck

Travemuende which includes a bay or harbor

Travemuende

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Travemuende. You might want to make time for a stop at Old Lighthouse Travemuende or Baltic Station Priwall.

Travemuende
Petrikirche showing a city, heritage architecture and landscape views

Lübeck Old Town

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Lübeck Old Town is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lübeck Town Hall and Lübeck Christmas Market.

Lübeck Old Town
Old Lighthouse Travemuende showing heritage architecture

Alt-Travemünde

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Alt-Travemünde. You might want to make time for a stop at Old Lighthouse Travemuende or Travemuende Beach.

Alt-Travemünde
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Priwall

Though Priwall might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Baltic Station Priwall and Priwall Beach.

Priwall
Innenstadt featuring street scenes, a city and heritage elements

Innenstadt

Unique features of Innenstadt include the historic sites and river views. Make a stop by Lübeck Town Hall or Lübeck Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.

Innenstadt

Brodten

While visiting Brodten, you might make a stop by sights like Travemuende Beach and Niendorf Beach.

Brodten
the niu Rig
the niu Rig
Am Bahnhof 17-19, Lübeck
The price is ¥12,740 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥12,740
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Nature ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (553 reviews)
"The niu Rig greets you right when you walk out from the main train station. It could not be easier or more convenient, and is quiet on top of it. The staff were pleasant and helpful. I would definitely stay there again. The only drawbacks are the hard beds, which I often encounter in less expensive ..."

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

the niu Rig
Park Inn by Radisson Lübeck
Park Inn by Radisson Lübeck
4 out of 5
Willy-Brandt-Allee 1-5, Lübeck, SH
The price is ¥15,116 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
¥15,116
per night
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Popular attractions Museum Holstentor and Salt Storage Warehouses ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The room was not ready upon check in and there are no people at the property. Also Hotels.com could not reach the hotel so they moved us to a new hotel."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2023

Park Inn by Radisson Lübeck
Maritim Strandhotel Travemünde
Maritim Strandhotel Travemünde
Trelleborgallee 2, Travemuende, Lübeck, SH
The price is ¥20,888 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
¥20,888
per night
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this beach hotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (739 reviews)
"WOULD RETURN"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2024

Maritim Strandhotel Travemünde
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bob W Lübeck Old Town
Bob W Lübeck Old Town
Lindenpl. 2, Lübeck, SH
Stay at this aparthotel in Lübeck. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and Netflix. Popular attractions Nature Reserve Wakenitz and Salt Storage Warehouses ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Amazing place to stay!
"Amazing apartments. So clean and modern and definitely took some tips to redecorate at home. Came complete with essentials and more. Absolutely perfect for our stay and exceeded our expectations!"

Reviewed on May 22, 2023

Bob W Lübeck Old Town
Your high-quality equipped vacation apartment is located in a dune villa in the BeachBay vacation re
Your high-quality equipped vacation apartment is located in a dune villa in the BeachBay vacation re
Travemünde Waterfront
Stay at this apartment in Lübeck. Enjoy a beach locale, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Travemuende Ferry Port and Baltic Station Priwall are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Super Umgebung
"Unser Aufenthalt war sehr schön."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2023

Your high-quality equipped vacation apartment is located in a dune villa in the BeachBay vacation re
Cozy apartment only 6 km from the beach
Cozy apartment only 6 km from the beach
Lübeck
Stay at this apartment in Lübeck. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Travemuende Ferry Port and Seebad Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Ruhige Wohnung in Ostseenähe
"Wir haben den Jahreswechsel mit 4 Erwachsenen in dieser liebevoll eingerichteten Wohnung verbracht. Die Wohnung ist gemütlich und zweckmäßig eingerichtet. Wir hatten ausreichend Platz und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt."

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024

Cozy apartment only 6 km from the beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lübeck

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 3, 2019

Beautiful city.

5/5 - Excellent

Doris
Jul 14, 2019

Definitely worth a visit. Didn't have enough time at this trip - will return to explore more.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 27, 2019

I have a great aunt who lives here, so i have been a few times. It is a wonderful city with deep history and great opportunities for walking through time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 15, 2019

Beautiful city to explore and enjoy. Lots of history and interesting landmarks.

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