Mölln

View of Mölln

On first impression, Mölln can be described as idyllic. Surrounded by thick forests and vast fields, eight lakes and the historical Elbe-Lübeck Canal enclose the town - making it seem like a peninsula. The Eulenspiegel town lies ca. 25 kilometres south of Lübeck amidst the Lauenburgische Seen Nature Park. The town’s silhouette is dominated by the mighty tower of St. Nicholas’ Church, built early in the 13th century – when the history of Mölln began. Visitors will be wowed by the town’s picturesque location, as well as the quaint, half-timbered houses in its narrow lanes. Till Eulenspiegel is one of the most famous people to have visited the town. The rogue is said to have spent his final days here. Nowadays he waits for curious visitors to the market square at the foot of St. Nicholas’ Church. You might also bump into him elsewhere because, as a council employee, Eulenspiegel ensures that this enigmatic character and his at times anarchic pranks continue to live on to this day.

Sights of interest and places to visit

Eulenspiegel Fountain
The market square’s lucky charm: Legend has it that if you rub Till’s thumb and toes simultaneously, you will have good luck!

Eulenspiegel Museum
The museum is dedicated to the special relationship between Till Eulenspiegel and Mölln, and features paintings, graphics and sculptures. They say that the prankster died here in 1350. The memorial stone on the wall of St. Nicholas’ continues to remind us of Germany’s most famous jester today.

Eulenspiegel Museum
Am Markt 2
23879 Mölln

Opening hours:
November to April: Tue. - Fri.: 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
                               Sat. - Sun.: 11.00 am - 1.00 pm and 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
May to October:     Tue. - Fri.: 10.00 am - 12.00 pm and 2.00 - 5.00 pm
                               Sat. - Sun.: 11.00 am to 1.00 pm and 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Entry: 2.00 €; concession 1.50 €; Discounts available for groups. Tickets are also valid at the historical town hall across the road.

Mölln Museum – Old Town Hall
The local history exhibition at the Mölln Museum in the historical town hall points out the significance of the town of Mölln’s location on old trade routes. The Stecknitz Canal, the medieval salt trade and the opening of the Elbe-Lübeck Canal in 1900 are presented in multimedia exhibits. A small display of old doll’s houses and dolls from a private collection completes the exhibition.

Mölln Museum
Am Markt 12
23879 Mölln

Opening hours:
November to April: Tue. - Fri.: 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm, Sat. - Sun.: 11 am - 4.00 pm
May to October: Tue. - Fri.: 10.00 am - 1.00 pm, Sat. - Sun.: 11 am - 5.00 pm

Entry: 2.00 €; concession 1.50 €; Discounts available for groups. Tickets are also valid at the Eulenspiegel Museum across the road.

St. Nicholas’ Church
The chapel, which soars above the historical market square, houses a plethora of spectacular exhibits and distinctive historical features – such as opulent ceiling and wall paintings, the monumental ‘Triumph Crucifix’ and the oldest image of the townscape from 1578, which you can see at the church’s entrance. Completed by 1250, there was also an extension built in the 15th century. The town parish church has been named for St. Nicholas, the patron saint of merchants and sailors.

Phone: +49 (0) 45 42 - 856 880

Opening hours:
May to October: daily 11.00 am - 5.00 pm
November to April: daily 10.00 am - 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Cruises on the MS Till
Come on a three-lake tour on Mölln’s lakes and discover both the Old Town and a magnificent natural environment from the water. Canal lock trips on the Elbe-Lübeck Canal are also available.

Fahrgastschifffahrt Mölln, phone: +49 (0) 171 - 511 5039, www.eulenspiegellinie.de

Entry: 7.00 €

Mölln’s Historic Water Tower (Look-out)
Beautiful views over Mölln, 36 m high, 186 steps.

Historic Water Tower
Auf dem Klüschenberg
23879 Mölln

Opening hours:
April to July, September: daily 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
July to August: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Mondays: closed

Entry: 1.50 €; 50 % discount for groups of 20+

erlebnisreich Tourism & Nature Centre
Hands-on holidays and recreation in the Duchy of Lauenburg.

erlebnisreich Tourism & Nature Centre
Hauptstraße 150
23879

Opening hours: daily, free entry

Wildlife Park
Two circular trails lead visitors through the forest landscape in the heart of the Lauenburgische Seen Nature Park – which is beset with woods and lakes. The semi-natural landscape is dominated by mixed, old-growth woodland, but there is also nutrient-deficient moorland and glacial debris, including kettle holes created during the last, Vistulian Ice Age to discover. Aside from the large, open fallow deer enclosure and an enclosure for wild boars, there are numerous enclosures for smaller animals and a petting zoo, offering direct contact with the creatures. Many local birds of prey, as well as crows, little owls and eagle owls, complete the menagerie, along with a 1500-litre aquarium that houses animals and plants from the lakes of Mölln. Main entrance: Birkenweg

Opening hours: daily, free entry

Night-Watchman Tours
Mölln by lantern light – the night watchman tells stories from yesteryear.

Bookings via: Mölln Spa Headquarters

Prices: 55.00/ 60.00 €

Duration: 1 hour, max. 25 people

Till Eulenspiegel’s Welcome Speech
Accept a greeting from Till’s successor in person and allow him to hold up a mirror to you.

Booking via: Mölln Spa Headquarters

Prices: 25.00/ 30.00 €

Duration: 20 minutes, max. 100 people

City Tours
Tour the historical Old Town and discover the history of Mölln, vividly retold by our experienced tour guides.

Booking via: Mölln Spa Headquarters

Prices: 40.00/ 50.00 €

Duration: 90 minutes, max. 25 people

Regional location of the town

• Duchy of Lauenburg

Getting there

Freeway Access
No matter which part of Germany you arrive from – these are the simplest ways to get to Mölln:

• from the west, south and east:
  A24 Hamburg - Berlin, take Talkau exit toward Lübeck and then exit at Mölln Süd
• from the north:
  A20 Lübeck - Rostock take Groß Sarau exit toward Lüneburg and then exit at Mölln Nord

 
Airports

• Lübeck Blankenese
• Hamburg
   

Train Stations

• Mölln Train Station on the Lüneburg – Lübeck line
• no Intercity Express connection

Information for bus tourism companies

Bus parks

• Mühlenplatz (2)

 
Bus garages

• Mercedes Benz
  Ratzeburger Str. 41
  phone: +49 (0) 45 42 - 846 60

 
Bus wash

• Klingenberg Truck + Car
  Textil Autowaschstraße
  Vorkamp 19b
  23879 Mölln
  phone: +49 (0) 45 42 - 898 53
  opening hours: Mon. - Fri.: 8.00 am - 6.00 pm, Sat.: 8.00 am - 1.00 pm

Petrol Stations

• Several petrol stations on the arterial roads to and from the B 207

Public Toilets

• Mühlenplatz (disabled access)
• ZOB  (disabled access)
• Kurparkplatz (disabled access)
• Ziegenmarkt
• Kurpark
• Kurmittelhaus, Hindenburgstraße