Lübeck

Lübeck in Germany has an unparalleled architectural style. Its maze of red brick buildings in gothic style has made it one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites and therefore a truly unique city in Germany. Bordering the Baltic sea and at the Trave River, it served as one of the major ports in the country and one of the primary trading centres in Northern Europe up until the 16th century. Today, it is still important to sea trade and commerce. The city is full of fascinating sights and attractions enough to occupy even the most demanding tourist.                                                          

In 1987, Lübeck was the first Old Town in Germany to be officially designated a Cultural Heritage Site. The medieval atmosphere and historically important cultural sights shape the face of the city and testify to Lübeck's great past as a Hanseatic City. Surrounded by water, the historic Old Town is a significant symbol of brick stone architecture from the Gothic period.

Despite the damage it suffered during the Second World War, the basic structure of the old city remained unaltered. The seven church spires have dominated the city skyline ever since the Middle Ages. The Holsten Gate is known throughout the world and is now the symbol of the city. The most important buildings are listed as World Heritage Sites, such as the Town Hall, the 'Burgkloster' convent, the Koberg district, a completely preserved quarter of the late 13th century and the old salt warehouses on the left side of the River Trave.

• Flight time from London: 1 hour 30 min
• Hamburg Airport: 66km from the city centre; transfer time about 1 hour 20 min
• Nearest railway station: Lübeck Hauptbahnhof
• Currency: Euro