Archive of the Hanseatic City of Lübeck

The Archive of the Hanseatic City of Lübeck is a building that holds documents, maps, and manuscripts spanning several centuries. The collections document the administrative history and trade operations of this northern German city since medieval times.

The institution was founded in medieval times and grew alongside Lübeck's importance as the capital of the Hanseatic League. It gathered documents that reflected the economic and political power of this northern trading center.

The archive holds documents that show how this Hanseatic city functioned as a trading hub and political center across centuries. Visitors can trace through the collections to understand how daily life shaped merchants and citizens.

Visitors should arrange an appointment in advance to explore the collection. Access is granted after registration, with helpful staff assisting researchers and interested guests with orientation.

A collection of about 24,000 coins from the 16th century was discovered in the building's basement in 1984 and had remained unknown until then. These coins vividly show the trade connections and economic strength of this city during that era.

Location: Lübeck's Old City

Address: Mühlendamm 1/3, 23552 Lübeck

Website: http://archiv.luebeck.de

GPS coordinates: 53.86034,10.68499

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:20