Obertrave

The Obertrave is the first realized construction phase of the redesign of the western edge of the old town of the Hanseatic City of Lübeck. The old town edge as a Unesco World Heritage Site and the former port areas are formulated in the context of their history as a city terrace on the water.

The goal of the entire upgrading of the old town edge is to bring the city closer to the water. The terrace is a promenade, a venue for events, a play area for children, a harbour for pleasure boaters and excursion boats, and an entertainment mile with restaurants and pubs. In summer, the Obertrave is the gastronomic and strolling mile for all Lübeck tourists. The stationary traffic is regulated by a summer and winter solution. In coordination with the façades, groups of trees with under-set uses, such as playing and sitting, alternate with generous open spaces for music events, annual markets and tango dancing.