Rostock Altstadt

In the location's words:

Rostock's old town is characterized by its maritime charm and the mixture of historical architecture and modern urbanity. Situated on the Warnow River, it stretches from Alter Markt to Kröpeliner Straße, the city's main shopping street. At its heart is the Alter Markt, once the historic center of Rostock, with the imposing Marienkirche, a Gothic brick building from the 13th century that watches over the old town. Its magnificent high altar and astronomical clock are special sights.

Characteristic of the old town are the well-preserved brick facades, the typical Hanseatic gabled houses and narrow, cobbled streets that bear witness to the city's past as an important Hanseatic city. Particularly worth seeing is the Rostock Town Hall on Neuer Markt, which stands out with its pink façade and seven Gothic towers.

Between the historic buildings you will find cozy cafés, restaurants and small stores that give the old town a lively atmosphere. The city gate "Kröpeliner Tor" and the nearby University Square are also central points that characterize the image of the old town. If you want to feel the history and character of the city, you will find an impressive mix of tradition and modernity in Rostock's Old Town.