Wismar and Medieval Beer

Wismar and Medieval Beer
Excursion Highlights:
  • Delve into the charm of Wismar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting well-preserved medieval buildings and a captivating Hanseatic history.
  • Be guided on an immersive journey, from the scenic hour-long drive from Warnemuende to exploring Wismar's cobbled streets on foot.
  • Marvel at Wismar's iconic landmarks including the classic Rathaus (Town Hall), the historic Water Tower, and age-old merchant houses.
  • Experience Wismar's ancient brewing tradition at "Brauerei am Lohberg", savoring a glass of "Mumme", a strong dark medieval era beer.
  • Indulge in traditional German snacks with your beer, including a "Laugenpretzel" or "Schmalzbrot," on this 5 hour tour.
Price: $125.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Standard
Shore Excursion Type Cultural, Scenic, Cuisine
Shore Excursion Duration 5 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided A Mumme beer and a traditional German snack is included.
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable seasonal clothing and sensible walking shoes.
Restrictions Due to the amount of walking, some of which is over cobblestone roads, and the steps at the brewery, this tour is not recommend for guests with walking difficulties. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Public restrooms are available throughout the excursion; however, please note, they usually cost approximately 0.50 EUR to 0.70 EUR (not included) and need to be paid in cash.

Wismar and Medieval Beer

Wismar is located along the Baltic Sea, this port and Hanseatic city is brimming with charm, well-preserved medieval buildings and a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation.

Founded in 1229, Wismar was one of the first cities established in Mecklenburg. It soon became a thriving center of trade, with merchants, barrel makers, sailors, fishermen, guild-members and more flocking to its shores. Pirates were in abundance too, including Germany's most famous pirate, Klaus Stoertebecker. A privateer with the Victual Brothers, he lived there for a time and was rumored to have been born there.

Your expedition into all things Wismar begins as you leave the port of Warnemuende for a scenic one hour drive accompanied by your local guide to the heart of this enchanting city. Once in Wismar, you will leave your coach and continue on foot with your guide and pass along cobbled streets and see the Classic Rathaus (Town Hall), Water Tower, and the historic drainage system, as well as the merchant houses. Take a break after all those medieval impressions at the "Brauerei am Lohberg", a nostalgic brewery and pub that started in the Middle Ages. Beer drinkers will rejoice with a glass of "Mumme", a widely acclaimed strong dark beer, brewed according to a recipe from the Middle Ages. During the Hanseatic period the citizens drank Mumme, and produced 4000,000 liters of beer annually for consumption and shipping along well-worn trade routes to distant lands. Enjoy your beer with a traditional German snack, a " Laugenpretzel" or " Schmalzbrot".

Discover this Baltic beauty for yourself by booking this 5-hour tour of Wismar now.