Gadebusch

Gadebusch is a small town in Nordwestmecklenburg District situated between Lübeck, Schwerin, and Wismar. It spreads across several settlements and centers around a historic core with a church and castle.

The town received its first written mention in 1201 and experienced a major battle during the Great Northern War in 1712. These events shaped how the place developed and its role in the region.

The Stadtkirche dominates the town center with its red brick walls and stands as an early example of brick architecture in the region. The castle nearby shows how the town developed and changed over centuries.

The town is easily reached from the larger neighboring cities and offers all essential services for visitors. The different settlements are fairly close together, making it easy to explore the area on foot or by car.

German songwriter Wolf Biermann attended a local boarding school from 1953 to 1955, leaving his mark on the town's story. Nursing reformer Agnes Karll rests in the old cemetery, showing how the place connected to broader historical figures.

Location: Nordwestmecklenburg District

Inception: 13 century

Elevation above the sea: 35 m

Website: https://gadebusch.de/stadt-gadebusch

GPS coordinates: 53.70000,11.11667

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:00