Exploring the Historic Museumshafen Lübeck
Discover Lübeck's maritime history at Museumshafen, a charming open-air museum filled with historic ships and scenic waterfront views.
Museumshafen Lübeck is a captivating open-air museum located in the historic city of Lübeck, showcasing stunning maritime heritage through its impressive collection of historic ships and charming waterfront ambiance. Tourists can stroll along the picturesque harbor, enjoy the unique architecture, and delve into the rich seafaring history of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
A brief summary to Museumshafen Lübeck
- Parking lot, Willy-Brandt-Allee 35, Lübeck, Lübecker Altstadt, 23554, DE
- +494514008399
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during maritime festivals for live demonstrations and activities.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and historic vessels.
- Check the museum's schedule for guided tours to learn more about the ships.
- Plan your visit in the afternoon for the best lighting for photography.
- Explore nearby cafes for local cuisine after your museum visit.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are in the vicinity of St. Lorenz, you can get to Museumshafen Lübeck by walking. Start at the intersection of Breite Straße and Mühlenstraße. Head north on Breite Straße until you reach Willy-Brandt-Allee. Continue walking straight for about 15 minutes until you see the large parking lot on your left, which is the location of Museumshafen Lübeck.
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Public Transport - Bus
You can take Bus Line 6 from St. Lorenz. Board at the nearest bus stop, 'St. Lorenz Kirche,' and take the bus towards 'Buntekuh.' Get off at the 'Willy-Brandt-Allee' stop, which is one stop before the end of the line. The Museumshafen Lübeck is a short 5-minute walk from the bus stop. Follow Willy-Brandt-Allee towards the large parking lot.
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Public Transport - Train
If you are near the St. Lorenz train station, you can catch a regional train to Lübeck Hauptbahnhof (main station). Once you arrive at Lübeck Hauptbahnhof, exit the station and take Bus Line 6 from the bus terminal outside the station towards 'Buntekuh.' Get off at the 'Willy-Brandt-Allee' stop. The Museumshafen Lübeck is a short 5-minute walk from the bus stop.
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