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Sleswig - city attractions you should know

Sleswig combines historic architecture and centuries-old history with the beautiful surroundings of the Kiel Bay. It is home to several valuable medieval monuments, interesting museums and quite a few recreational areas.

St. Peter's Cathedral in Schleswig

This Romanesque-Gothic temple was built from the 12th to the 16th century. It is distinguished from the outside by its 112-meter high tower, which has a viewing platform at 65 meters. Inside the cathedral you can see, among other things, the oak main altarpiece by Hans Brüggemann, which consists of nearly 400 carved figures. There is also a painting of the Heavenly Madonna from 1669 or a bronze baptismal font from the late 15th century. Three kings of Denmark are buried in the cathedral: Niels the Old, Abel and Frederick I and his wife, Sophia of Pomerania. The current appearance of the church, which was an Episcopal Lutheran Church, is the result of a 19th-century reconstruction.

Gottorf Schleswig Castle

While in Schleswig, it's worth a trip to Gottorf Castle, located on an island. This stronghold originally dates back to the second half of the 12th century, but was rebuilt over time in the Renaissance and later Baroque styles. The castle was once the seat of the bishops, then the Dukes of Holstein and the kings of Denmark. Today it houses several museums, including the Museum of Art and Cultural History with a large collection of paintings, sculptures and historically valuable objects. In addition, the castle's interiors are worth a look, such as the Rococo Plöner Hall and the Deer Hall. The castle is surrounded by extensive Baroque gardens with an oversized globe, inside of which an artificial sky with constellations has been painted. It is located here because of Prince Frederick III's love of astronomy.

The fishing village of Holm

Located near the old town, the Holm district was founded around the year 1000 on an islet near what was then Schleswig. Its name comes from the North German or Danish word 'holm meaning small island. In 1933 the settlement of Holm was somewhat isolated - its connection to the city was only a bridge. Until recently, its residents were mainly engaged in fishing, crafts or trade. Walking here, one can admire the charming tiny brick houses clustered around a small cemetery and chapel. Today, these houses mainly house stores, restaurants or small guesthouses.

The Haithabu Viking Museum in Hedeby

This place takes a look at the history of the region from the Viking Age. Hedeby was once within Danish borders and as the oldest town in the country. During the Viking era, there was a large port and market settlement here. Visiting the Haithab Museum, you can see reconstructions of ancient Viking dwellings and buildings and ships, as well as numerous objects found in the area during excavations.