Lübeck: Architecture and Local Craft Private Guided Tour

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ID: GYG297550-519065
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Country: Germany

Duration: 01:30 hours


Description

Discover the world-famous Hanseatic brick architecture of Lübeck on a private, guided tour. Learn interesting facts about the buildings of Lübeck, the history that surrounds them, and the secret events that took place behind closed doors.
Meet your guide at the Holstentor then head out onto the streets of Lübeck for your private, guided tour. Appointed as a UNESCO World Heritage Listed Site, the city is renowned for its Gothic brick architecture and centuries-old buildings.

With your local guide, discover the wonders of Lübeck as you wander through the city’s quaint streets, admiring magnificent church buildings, playfully decorated townhouses, and more. During the tour, learn about Lübeck’s original street system, the artificial expansion of the construction areas in the Middle Ages, sagging houses, modern gable alterations, and Lübeck’s world-famous churches.

One of the many highlights of the tour includes a stroll through the town market place, where you can marvel at the town hall and the famous Ratskirche St. Marienchurch. Then, pass through the Baroque Buddenbrockhaus until you reach the Glockengießerstraße, where you can see several passages and courtyards and learn about their history and construction. Visit a local merchant’s house too, and listen to fascinating insight about brick-making and why mastering this craft was so important to Lübeck and it's inhabitants. Last but certainly not least, enjoy a trip to the mighty Holstentor, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Highlights

  • Learn interesting facts about Hanseatic brick architecture
  • Admire centuries-old brick buildings
  • Marvel at magnificent church buildings
  • Hear interesting stories about Lübeck and its residents

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This is a private tour and can start at any time between 9AM to 7PM, based on your preference
• Your tour guide will contact you after the booking to schedule the tour
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Your guide will meet you at the Holstentor - please wait for him directly at the entrance of the Holstenstor.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.