Private Tour - Maritime History of Lubeck & Museumshafen 3-Hour Private Walking Tour - Maritime Lubeck & Musuemshafen
ID: GYG500313-O-882957
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Lubeck is an old Hanseatic City steeped in maritime history and tradition. Join your Private Guide on this unique walking tour of Historic Lubeck and discover the history and secrets of this old city.
The UNESCO Heritage Site of the Old Hanseatic City of Lubeck is a city founded on seafaring trade. The history of the maritime traditions in Lubeck is just one of the fascinating things you'll learn from your Private 5-Star Guide on this 2-hour walking tour. Lubeck is nicknamed 'Queen of the Hanse,' as it served as the Capital of the Hanseatic League during that era.
On this private walking tour you'll start at the Holstentor - a gate many seafarers were jubilant to pass through after their long journies. Your Expert Guide will lead past the Salzspeicher, or Salt Storage Houses, along the canal. Next, you'll see St. Mary's Church - built on the highest point on Lubeck's Old Town Island.
St. Jacobi's Church was the 'Church of the Seafarers' during the Hanseatic Era. Your Knowledgeable Guide will bring that era to life as you hear the stories of about the priceless artwork within its walls. As you walk back towards the canals, you'll see the Hansemuseum and next to it are the famous lift bridges of Lubeck - maybe they'll be raised while you visit! Your walking tour ends at the Museumshafen, or Harbor Museum.
Extend your tour to the 3-hour option, and your Private Guide will give you a tour of of the Museumshafen. This unique museum is owned by the members who moor their sailboats and yachts in the marina. Discover the remarkable history behind some of these seaworthy vessels. Ahoy!
Highlights
- A richly detailed historical tour of Lubeck's maritime history with a Guide
- Enjoy sightseeing of iconic places such as the Holstentor, St. Mary's Church
- A private tour of the Museumshafen or Harbor Museum
- An adjustable pace set by your group with your Experienced Guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please check your email 24 hours before your tour for important information
Please be sure to be on time so that your group gets to visit everything
Meet your guide In front of the Salzspeicher (Salt Storage Houses), Wallstrausse 1, Lubeck 23560
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.
