Lübeck’s Old Town is surrounded by water and a veritable place of yearning. The impressive brick architecture of the merchants' houses and churches is still the hallmark of this Hanseatic town which was founded in 1143 as the first port on the Baltic Sea and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Relax, stroll through the medieval alleys, indulge yourself in the pulsating life behind old walls and discover Nordic beauty with style.

This is the most famous city gate of the late Middle Ages in Germany, a historical symbol of the city. The Holstentor accommodates a museum where the exhibition "The Power of Trade" traces the city's history as a commercial hub in Northern Europe.

Buildings were created in Europe between the mid-12th century and the beginning of the 16th century. The cathedrals are notable, particularly for their great height and their extensive use of stained glass to fill the interiors with light. They were the tallest and largest buildings of their time and the most prominent examples of Gothic architecture.