11 must-see places in Kiel

An exciting journey through time awaits you in Kiel with moving moments in history and impressive works of art. Start at the train station, where the uprising of November 3, 1918 began and claimed its first victims, such as Marie Luzie Schneider. Today, Kiel Sailors' Square is a reminder of the courage that sparked the November Revolution.

Continue to Rathausplatz, where you can admire Adolf Brütt's sword bearer, known for his athletic body and firm bottom. Not only women are fascinated by this bronze statue.

The historic brewery near the City and Maritime Museum offers you a look back into the past of the shipyard workers as well as three historic ships: the "Bussard", the "Hindenburg" and the "Kiel".

A cultural highlight is the production of "The Little Prince" by the theater "Die Komödianten". Experience the play on the open-air stage at Kiel City Hall and be enchanted by the French classic by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

Discover the Muthesius Academy of Fine Arts, a renowned academy for art and design, which makes a striking statement with the luminous installation "Juchuuuuh" by Ingo Gerken.

The monument to Tsar Peter III, whose garden served as a children's playground, can be found at Kiel Castle. The impressive monument to the shipyard workers from 1959 is also an important stop, commemorating the history and suffering of the workforce.

Finally, round off the tour with a visit to the Nikolai Church, where Ernst Barlach's Spirit Fighter, a symbol of the victory of the spirit over the earthly, awaits you.

Start this tour full of power, history and creativity and immerse yourself in the exciting, eventful city of Kiel!