Salzspeicher

The six brick buildings along the Trave River feature large arched windows and multiple stories designed for efficient salt storage operations.

Between 1579 and 1745, merchants constructed these warehouses to store salt from Luneburg mines, establishing Lübeck as a major trade center.

The buildings represent the economic power of the Hanseatic League through their architectural elements and strategic position near the western gate.

The complex underwent preservation works to maintain its structural integrity and currently houses retail businesses while remaining open for public viewing.

The buildings gained additional recognition when they appeared in the 1922 film Nosferatu as Count Orlok's residence.

Location: Lübeck's Old City

Website: http://luebeck.de/tourismus/sightseeing/sehenswuerdigkeiten/gebaeude/salzspeicher.html

GPS coordinates: 53.86590,10.68020

Latest update: October 1, 2025 21:00