Location: Wismar
Top Things to do in Wismar
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Wismar (German pronunciation: [ˈvɪsmaʁ]) is a port and Hanseatic city in Northern Germany on the Baltic Sea, in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It is located about 45 kilometres (28 miles) east of Lübeck and 30 kilometres (19 miles) north of Schwerin, and is part of the Hamburg Metropolitan Region. Its natural harbour, located in the Bay of Wismar, is well-protected by a promontory. The population was 42,219 in 2013. It is the capital of the district of Nordwestmecklenburg.
Restaurants in Wismar
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4.5 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By pore - Goldau, Switzerland
This is a beautiful church. Like all Wismar churches we had to pay an entrance fee which was strange to me.
2. Kirche St. Georgen
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4 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Sue A - Ocean City, Maryland
We visited St George's Church as part of a cruise excursion. One of 3 old churches in Wismar, much of its interior had been destroyed during the East German regime. Our guide told us the only reason this church had not been bombed, like its neighboring St Mary's, was because the towns mayor was baptized here and fought to preserve its structure from the bombings. The interior, though bare, gives excellent testament to the descriptions of how difficult cathedrals were to build in the Middle Ages and the dedication it took to accomplish.
3. Hospitalkirche zum Heiligen Geist
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Brucestewart - Livingston, United Kingdom
I understand that construction of the initial part of this building commenced in the early 14th Century. Several building styles have subsequently been used in the construction of additional spaces in later centuries. Throughout its existence the building has served variously as a hospital, monastery and a church.
Well worth viewing. I was particularly impressed by the painted wooden ceilings.
4. Old Hansa Harbor
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4 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By Peter B - Eastbourne, United Kingdom
The local cruise berth forms part of the Old Hansa harbour so gives an interesting start to the stoll into town.
Cafes and paved areas seemed popular with the locals as well as the cruise passengers. Our sailaway was preceded by a performance by a local sea shanty choir which was enjoyed bythe cruisers and the locals.
Boat trips availaible on old style and modern boats.
5. Welt-Erbe-Haus
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5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Tinde_K - Moscow, Russia
A free exhibition made out of old merchant's house that's partly dedicated to the history of Wismar and partly to the UNESCO/WHS and what does the inscription mean for the town. I really like when sites actually appreciate their UNESCO status and it seems Wismar really does and is very proud.
6. Marienkirche
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4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By dgjohansson - Ronneby, Sweden
The place is only the tower of the former church. The foundations of the church are now a place for statues and modern art (which is quite fun in itself). The tower have some Exhibitions mainly focusing on kids. Good for a very short stop.
7. Wasserkunst
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4 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By unescotravelbug - Wooster, Ohio
Wasserkunst , or, waterworks, protected by the wrought-iron fencing was the site of City's water supply station built between 1580 and 1602 . The pavilion structure with sand stone support columns and curved copper roof, designed by Dutch master architect Philipp Brandin in Dutch Renaissance style was originally imported from Netherlands in 1602 . Wasserkunst supplied the city with drinking water until 1897. The pavilion is a popular landmark in the center of old town Wismar's marketplace. The sand stone columns you see today are the copies.The original columns are now located in the garden of City's World Heritage House. The banners, above and below the diamond and star patterns wrought-iron see through windows, bear Latin and German inscriptions in god on painted red background. They tell the story of how drinking water was previously supplied. The carved sand stone columns presented by pairs of men and women with particular appearance or holding an object; with designs of flowers below their positions. The 400+ years old wasserkunst is truly an intrigue art that worthy of your visit. To get there from Wismar bahnhof, by foot, to the center of old town Wismar.
8. Tierpark Wismar
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4 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Mauice
Great for young kids...best part is the playground and the amount of activities...they need more animals though and better shops
9. Alter Schwede
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Brucestewart - Livingston, United Kingdom
I've read that this house built in the 'Old Swedish' style is regarded as the oldest house in Wismar. From an architectural point of view the brick built style makes it stand out from its neighbours. Nowadays it is used as a restaurant. We passed the building both in the morning and afternoon and in the afternoon there were a number ot people having lunch just outside it.
10. Grube
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4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Thomas L - Austin, Texas
This little house is actually called the Vault, and it spans the Grube (pit) on a double-arched bridge. The building is picturesque and has been deformed over the years since it was built in the 17th century. It has served a number of purposes, among them as a place to check the quality of wine coming into the town. The building has been restored so what you see is pretty much the way it was many years ago.It's a nice photo stop.
