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History Highlights, Notes on German Culture

Lübeck’s German offices in London were the largest medieval trading complex in Britain, from 1282 until 1853

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In the 1300’s, the northern German city of Lübeck was the "Queen of the Hanseatic League", by far the largest and most powerful member of this medieval trade organization, with offices in many countries. Medieval Lübeck Trade routes and office locations of the German Hansa League Lübeck was the "Queen of the Hanseatic League" As… Continue reading Lübeck’s German offices in London were the largest medieval trading complex in Britain, from 1282 until 1853

Notes on German Culture

Lübeck has experienced 878 years of fascinating history since its founding in 1143

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Lübeck is a World Heritage Site, mainly because of its extensive medieval Brick architecture and its restored city center. But you should also know that this medieval city has experienced 878 years of fascinating history since its founding in 1143 as a German settlement on the river island Bucu.  The old town center is famous… Continue reading Lübeck has experienced 878 years of fascinating history since its founding in 1143