Luebeck

Lübeck (pronounced [ˈlyːbɛk] ( listen)) is a city in Schleswig-Holstein, northern Germany, and one of the major ports of Germany. On the river Trave, it was the leading city of the Hanseatic League, and because of its extensive Brick Gothic architecture is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. In 2015, it had a population of 218,523.

The old part of Lübeck is on an island enclosed by the Trave. The Elbe–Lübeck Canal connects the Trave with the Elbe River. Another important river near the town centre is the Wakenitz.

My Dear Great Ones,

Celia and I enjoyed a great day with our Uncle Hermann and Aunt Dorte in Luebeck.  Must sees are the Holstentor,  Niederegger Marzipan cafe,  St. Mary's Church, and meandering through the the Alt Stadt to check out the great architecture.

Holstentor.  On all Neidegger Marzipan packages,  this landmark is a very interesting building with one of its towers leaning in.  Inside is a museum of middle ages torture techniques.  Yuck.  Stay outside.

Niederegger Marzipan 

Marzipan heaven!

Marzipan torte.

Euros were on and  the Marzipan was keeping track of Germany's results. 

They also sell bread in Luebeck.  Awesome.

St. Mary's Church.  Amazing!

The church was bombed during the war and the bells came crashing down.  New ones were put up but this remains as a remembrance to the war.

The houses and architecture in Luebeck is amazing.

A lovely courtyard between the buildings.

Lunch was charming in Luebeck with my wonderful Tante Dorte, Onkel Hermann, and wife Celia.

Luebeck is a great place and a must do if you are in northern Germany.

Have a great week!

Love adios and ping on!

Dirk