Alter Markt, Rostock

Name: Alter Markt
Address: Alter Markt, Rostock, 18055, Germany

#119 among attractions in Rostock

Square, Architecture

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The Old Market in Rostock is a square historic market square in the city center of the Hanseatic city. Along with the Neuer Markt and the Universitätsplatz, it is probably the oldest in the city. It is located south of St. Peter's Church and is part of the former old town of Rostock, which was bounded by the pit to the west and the city wall to the east.

Coordinates: 54°5'27"N, 12°8'49"E

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Alter MarktOrtsamt 6 (Östliche Altstadt)Rostock 18055 Germany

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Alter Markt – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Petrikirche, Rostocker Hof, Marienkirche, Zoological Collection Rostock.

~210 ftE
Gothic architecture, Church
Petrikirche, Rostock
1 min walk • The Petrikirche, or St. Peter's Church, is an emblematic landmark of Rostock, Germany, projecting its historical significance and architectural splendor. As a church that has stood the test of time, it is a repository of the city's medieval heritage and has been a...
0.5 miSW
54°5'16"N • 12°8'9"E
Rostocker Hof, Rostock
13 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1850 ftW
1265 church with an ornate wooden altar
Marienkirche, Rostock
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Hanseatic city of Rostock, Germany, the Marienkirche, or St. Mary's Church, stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This Gothic brick church, dating back to the 13th century, is not only a place of...
0.6 miSW
Museum, Science museum
Zoological Collection Rostock, Rostock
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Hanseatic city of Rostock, Germany, the Zoological Collection Rostock stands as a testament to the city's commitment to education, conservation, and the study of biodiversity. This museum, a treasure trove of zoological specimens, offers a...
0.6 miW
Museum, Gothic architecture, Historical place
Kloster zum Heiligen Kreuz, Rostock
16 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Rostock, the Kloster zum Heiligen Kreuz stands as a testament to the city's medieval past. This serene monastery, founded in 1270, is an architectural gem and a spiritual haven that has withstood the test of time.
0.4 miNW
Sailing, Marina
Stadthafen Rostock, Rostock
12 min walk • Rostock City Harbor is the part of the harbor located on the southern bank of the Lower Warnow River north of the historic Old Town of the Hanseatic City of Rostock.
0.6 miW
Architecture, Universities and schools
University of Rostock, Rostock
16 min walk • Nestled in the scenic city of Rostock, Germany, the University of Rostock holds the distinguished title of being one of the oldest universities in the world. Founded in 1419, this prestigious institution of higher education is a beacon of knowledge and historical...
0.7 miSW
Museum
Dokumentations- und Gedenkstätte für Opfer deutscher Dikaturen BStU Rostock, Rostock
17 min walk • The documentation and memorial site in the former remand prison of the district administration of the Stasi in Rostock focuses on the work of the Ministry for State Security of the GDR and commemorates its victims.
0.4 miSW
Architecture, City gate, Historical place
Steintor, Rostock
10 min walk • The Stone Gate in its present form is a gate built in 1574 to 1577 in the Renaissance architectural style in the south of the historic Rostock city fortifications. It replaced the older gate, which was sanded in 1566.
~1700 ftSW
Historical place, City gate
Kuhtor, Rostock
9 min walk • The Kuhtor is not only the oldest of the still existing four of formerly 22 gates of the historic Rostock city fortifications, but also one of the oldest buildings in Rostock and probably the oldest preserved city gate in northern Germany.
~1870 ftW
Observatories and planetariums, Gothic architecture
Rostock astronomical clock, Rostock
10 min walk • The Rostock astronomical clock is a fifteenth-century astronomical clock in St. Mary's Church, Rostock.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Alter Markt?

Nearby attractions include Kunstverein zu Rostock, Rostock (1 min walk), Petrikirche, Rostock (1 min walk), Rostock University of Music and Theatre, Rostock (3 min walk), Mönchentor, Rostock (7 min walk).

How to get to Alter Markt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Alter Markt:

Bus

Speicher • Lines: F2 (5 min walk)
Am Bagehl • Lines: 22, 23, F1 (9 min walk)

Tram

Gerberbruch • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 4 (6 min walk)
Stadthafen • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 4 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Schnickmannstraße • Lines: Fähre Gehlsdorf - Schnickmannstr (15 min walk)

Train

Rostock-Kassebohm (27 min walk)
Rostock Hauptbahnhof (28 min walk)