Lübeck city hall

Lübeck city hall is a municipal building made of red brick with vaulted halls, decorative window patterns, and detailed stonework across its facade. The structure displays the typical features of Northern German brick Gothic style with multiple levels and ornamental design elements.

Construction began in the late 13th century when Lübeck served as the leading city of the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading confederation that dominated Northern Europe. The building was expanded and modified over time to reflect the city's growing wealth and political importance.

The building reflects the power of merchants who controlled trade across Northern Europe and gathered here to make decisions about commerce. Its rooms show how important this city was for traders coming from many different places.

Visitors can explore the interior rooms through guided visits, gaining access to both the medieval chambers and administrative areas. The ground floor contains a restaurant in the historic basement vaults, which can be visited independently without a tour.

Beneath the building lies a historic restaurant housed in medieval vaults that has operated for hundreds of years as a beloved gathering place. The blend of ancient stone chambers and modern dining creates an unusual experience that connects visitors to the past.