Private Stralsund and Wismar Tour – Two Hanseatic Towns on the Baltic Sea

Hanse
Backsteingotik
Alter Markt
Wasserkunst
Alter Hafen

MECKLENBURG-WESTERN POMERANIA · GERMANY

Discover Stralsund and Wismar at a relaxed pace with our licensed guide: the Old Market Square with Stralsund Town Hall, the mighty brick churches, Wismar's market square with the Wasserkunst fountain house and the Old Harbour – completely private and at your own pace. The historic centres of both towns are jointly a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• ⏱ 7 hours
• 👥 Private – your group only
• € 560 for up to 8 people
• 🗣 English · German · Turkish

Why Stralsund and Wismar?

In the Middle Ages Stralsund and Wismar were important members of the Hanseatic League and grew wealthy through Baltic trade. Monumental churches, town halls and merchants' houses in the Brick Gothic style still bear witness to this today. After the Peace of Westphalia in 1648 both towns came under Swedish rule, which left its mark on their townscape and local memory. Since 2002 the Historic Centres of Stralsund and Wismar have jointly been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Route

• Old Market Square and Stralsund Town Hall
  The splendid show façade of the Gothic town hall is one of the best-known Brick Gothic buildings on the Baltic coast.
• St. Nicholas Church, Stralsund
  The council church right next to the town hall, with rich medieval furnishings. Admission may not be included.
• Stralsund Harbour
  The harbour island with old warehouses, the sailing ship Gorch Fock (I) and the Ozeaneum (optional, admission not included).
• Wismar Market Square and Wasserkunst
  One of the largest market squares in northern Germany, with the Dutch Renaissance Wasserkunst fountain house and the “Alter Schwede” merchant's house.
• Wismar's Brick Churches
  The soaring St. Nicholas Church, St. George's Church and the surviving tower of St. Mary's Church shape the town's skyline.
• Wismar Old Harbour
  The historic harbour with the Water Gate and the Baumhaus – a lovely finale with a view of the water.
• Optional: Fish Roll at the Harbour
  To round off the day, you can try a fish roll straight from a fishing boat in Wismar's Old Harbour.

Tour information

Guide languages

English, German, Turkish

Duration

Approx. 7 hours – private, extendable and tailored to you.

Difficulty

An easy to moderate tour on mostly level paths, often on cobblestones in both old towns.

Age group

Suitable for all ages – ideal for families, couples and groups of friends.

Meeting point

Meeting point by arrangement, e.g. at the Old Market Square in Stralsund or your hotel in the city centre.

Included

• Approx. 7-hour private tour with a licensed guide
• Individual route planning
• Headset system for groups of 16 or more

Not included

• Admission fees and donations (museums, palaces, churches)
• Travel between Stralsund and Wismar is not included in the price; a vehicle with driver can be added on request.
• Travel and transfers
• Meals, drinks and tips
• Personal expenses

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun or rain protection and a camera or smartphone for souvenir photos.

FAQ

When does the tour start?

Choose any start time between 06:00 and 12:00; the tour lasts about 7 hours.

How do I pay?

30 % deposit at booking (PayPal or credit card), the balance in cash on the day of the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

No free cancellation: up to 30 days before 30 %, 29–15 days 50 %, 14–7 days 75 %, 6–1 days and no-show 100 %. Changes of date are also subject to a fee.

Can we join with a pushchair or wheelchair?

Yes, we adapt the route to your needs. Please let us know when booking.

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