Wie hoch ist der Alte Leuchtturm Travemünde?

Der Alte Leuchtturm Travemünde ist 31 Meter hoch.

Wie viele Stufen führen zur Aussichtsplattform?

Bis zur Aussichtsgalerie führen insgesamt 142 Stufen.

Wie hoch ist der Eintritt?

Erwachsene zahlen 4 Euro. Der Eintritt für Kinder bis 14 Jahre kostet 2 Euro.

Hat der Leuchtturm auch an Feiertagen geöffnet?

Ja. Der Alte Leuchtturm Travemünde ist während der Saison auch an gesetzlichen Feiertagen zu den regulären Öffnungszeiten geöffnet.

Wie lange dauert ein Besuch?

Für den Rundgang durch das Museum und den Aufstieg zur Aussichtsgalerie sollten Besucher:innen etwa 20 bis 30 Minuten einplanen.

Gibt es einen Audioguide?

Ja. Für alle Besucher:innen steht ein kostenloser Audioguide in deutscher und englischer Sprache zur Verfügung.

Ist der Alte Leuchtturm barrierefrei?

Nein. Aufgrund der historischen Bauweise und der 142 Stufen ist der Leuchtturm leider nicht barrierefrei.

Dürfen Hunde mit in den Leuchtturm?

Nein. Hunde dürfen den Leuchtturm nicht betreten und müssen draußen bei einer Begleitperson warten.

Direkt am Alten Leuchtturm Travemünde stehen öffentliche Parkmöglichkeiten zur Verfügung. Parkplätze finden Sie in der Straße Am Leuchtenfeld sowie auf dem Großparkplatz Leuchtenfeld, der nur wenige Gehminuten vom Leuchtturm entfernt liegt. Es handelt sich um städtische Parkplätze. Aktuelle Informationen zu Parkgebühren und verfügbaren Parkplätzen finden Sie unter https://www.parken-luebeck.de/.

Wie komme ich mit dem Bus zum Leuchtturm?

Die nächstgelegene Bushaltestelle ist Lübeck Trelleborgallee. Von dort erreichen Sie den Leuchtturm in etwa zwei bis drei Gehminuten. Alternativ können Sie mit der Regionalbahn bis Lübeck-Travemünde Strand fahren. Vom Bahnhof sind es rund zehn Gehminuten bis zum Leuchtturm.

Oldest lighthouse in Germany

Old lighthouse Travemünde

Viewpoint & maritime museum

Enjoy the unique view from the viewpoint over large ferries, Travemünde and the Bay of Lübeck.

Entry fees

Adults: 4,00 €

Child up to 14 years: 2,00 €

Opening hours

April to October:

Daily 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Juli and August:

Daily 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Address

Alter Leuchtturm Travemünde

Am Leuchtenfeld 1, 23570 Lübeck-Travemünde

Tel. +49 4502 / 88 91 790

info@leuchtturm-travemuende.de

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(Please note: The lighthouse is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Dogs are not allowed and must wait outside with a companion.)

Panoramic View from Germany's Oldest Lighthouse

About the lighthouse today

The old Travemünde lighthouse is 31 meters high and now houses an eight-story maritime museum that provides insight into the history of lighthouse technology. You can see models of lightships, various sea lanterns and former lighting systems from other lighthouses. There are numerous photos on the walls with detailed information about the lighthouses that are part of the WSA Lübeck area. The stairs lead to lofty heights over 142 steps. On the top floor you can admire the still functional 1000 watt light bulbs of the lighthouse Travemünde. The surrounding viewing gallery also offers a unique view over the Skandinavienkai and the old town of Travemünde as well as over the Bay of Lübeck to Grömitz and over the coast of Federal State Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Exact location: 53° 57′ 44” north latitude, 10° 52′ 51” east longitude

History

The old lighthouse Travemünde is the oldest lighthouse in Germany.

1226

First port sign

1330

The lighthouse was first mentioned in documents around 1330.

1534

In 1534 Danish troops destroyed the tower.

1539

In 1539, Dutch masons built todays lighthouse.

Der Alte Leuchtturm Travemünde ragt mit seiner historischen Backsteinfassade über die Baumwipfel. Der obere Teil des Leuchtturms ist an einem sonnigen Tag vor blauem Himmel mit Wolken zu sehen.

The beacon was probably initially operated as an open wood fire, later with hempoil lamps in front of gold-plated concave mirrors. The upper part of the tower burned down in 1827 after a lightning strike. It was renovated in the classicist style and fitted with petroleum lamps.

1903

Electric arc lamps were used from 1903 and incandescent lamps from 1937.

Originales Leuchtfeuer des Alten Leuchtturms Travemünde mit den seit 1937 verwendeten Glühlampen und der historischen Lichttechnik im Museum.

1922

The lighthouse was registered as a technical cultural monument in 1922.

Gesamtansicht des Alten Leuchtturms Travemünde mit historischer Backsteinfassade. Vor dem Leuchtturm fliegt eine Möwe, im Hintergrund sind Bäume zu sehen.

1972

In 1972 the beacon had to be switched off because the new Maritim Hotel building obscured the tower.

In 1974 a new beacon was put into operation on the Maritim. Height: 114 m, visibility: 18 nm (33 km). The beacon on the Maritim Hotel is the highest beacon in europe.

2003/2004

The old lighthouse was completely renovated in 2003/2004.

Der Alte Leuchtturm Travemünde mit dem historischen Gebäude Hus Blinkfüer im Vordergrund. Der Backsteinturm ist an einem sonnigen Tag von Bäumen und blauem Himmel umgeben.

12,000 stones were removed and replaced to a depth of 30 centimeters from the masonry, which is up to one meter thick. In addition, the 600 square meter outdoor area was completely re-pointed and the tower was also partially re-plastered inside. The Lübeck Waterways and Shipping Authority (WSA) invested 250,000 euros for the extensive work.

More information from Travemünde

The monthly magazine Travemünde Aktuell

Latest News in Print and Online

In addition to the monthly print edition, www.travemuende-aktuell.de offers daily updated reports, event notices, webcams, an event calendar, and a wealth of information about Travemünde. This allows visitors to quickly find everything they need to know for their stay, while locals can always stay up to date.

(Please note that the magazine is only available in german.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about the Old Lighthouse Travemünde

How tall is the Old Lighthouse Travemünde?

The Old Lighthouse Travemünde is 31 metres high.

How many steps lead to the viewing platform?

There are 142 steps leading to the observation deck.

How much is the admission fee?

Admission is €4 for adults and €2 for children up to the age of 14.

Is the lighthouse open on public holidays?

Yes. During the season, the Old Lighthouse Travemünde is open on public holidays during its regular opening hours.

How long does a visit take?

Visitors should allow approximately 20 to 30 minutes to explore the museum and climb to the observation deck.

Is there an audio guide?

Yes. A free audio guide is available in German and English for all visitors.

Is the Old Lighthouse wheelchair accessible?

No. Due to its historic construction and the 142 steps, the lighthouse is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.

Are dogs allowed inside the lighthouse?

No. Dogs are not permitted inside the lighthouse and must remain outside with an accompanying person.

Where can I park?

Public parking is available directly near the Old Lighthouse Travemünde. Parking spaces can be found along Am Leuchtenfeld as well as at the Leuchtenfeld car park, which is only a few minutes’ walk from the lighthouse. These are public parking facilities operated by the City of Lübeck. Parking fees are set by the city and may change over time. Please follow the local signage and parking ticket machines.

Current information on parking fees and available parking spaces can be found at www.parken-luebeck.de or via the Lübeck parking guidance system.

How do I get to the lighthouse by public transport?

The Old Lighthouse Travemünde is easy to reach by public transport. The nearest bus stop is Lübeck Trelleborgallee, just a 2 to 3-minute walk from the lighthouse. Alternatively, you can take the regional train to Lübeck-Travemünde Strand station. From there, it is approximately a 10-minute walk to the lighthouse. For current connections and departure times, we recommend using the journey planner provided by Stadtwerke Lübeck.