Lübeck
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
Lübeck, officially the Hanseatic City of Lübeck, is a city in Northern Germany situated on the Trave river. It developed into the cradle of the Hanseatic League, becoming its de facto capital. Its historic old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its Brick Gothic architecture.
Statistics
Area
214.21 km²
Population
219,044