Wismar Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany
About Wismar
The city was established in the 13th century during a period of Germanic colonisation of Slavic areas. Wismar was first mentioned in a document in 1229. It was part of theHanseatic League, which began as an association of North German merchants, and grew to become a trade network of about 200 ports and inland towns. During theThirty Years' War(1618–48) Wismar came under Swedish rule, a status which it kept until 1803. Today, Wismar's old town contains traces of history going back to the middle ages, including several outstanding brick Gothic churches and old houses.
Top Attractions in Wismar
Explore the best things to see and do in Wismar:
- ★Baumhaus
- ★Explore the Altstadt on foot
- ★Harbor cruise
- ★Heiligen-Geist-Kirche
- ★Marienkirchenturm
- ★Rathaus and market place
- ★St. Georgen
- ★St. Nikolai
Where to Eat in Wismar
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Alter Schwede
Where to Stay in Wismar
- 🏨Altstadt Hotel
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