Hanseatic Collection

Map of the extent of the Hanseatic League in about 1400

Old Hanse houses in Market square of Bremen, Germany, Europe

Jeweler`s fountain on Obernstrasse, near the market square, Bremen, Germany

Facade decoration on the historic Stadtwaage house, Bremen, Germany

Park at the Wallanlagen, Bremen, Germany

Mill Am Wall, Bremen, Germany

Cafe in front of the mill Am Wall, Bremen, Germany

Mill on the wall with wildflower meadow, Bremen, Germany

Historic house in the Ostentor district, Bremen, Germany

Historic houses in the Ostentor district, Bremen, Germany

Martini pier on the Weser with St. Martini Church, Bremen, Germany

Historic houses at the Martini pier on the Weser, Bremen, Germany

Martini pier on the Weser, Bremen, Germany

Martini pier on a summer evening with St. Martini Church, Bremen, Germany

Pannekoekschip Admiral Nelson at the Martini pier, Bremen, Germany

Martini pier on a summer evening, Bremen, Germany

Historic sailing ships Admiral Nelson and Alexander von Humboldt at the Martini pier with St. Martini Church, Bremen, Germany

Mosaic on the portal of St. Petri Cathedral, Bremen, Germany

Craftsman`s yard on Boettcherstrasse, Bremen, Germany

Barrel decoration The Light Bringer at the northern entrance to Boettcherstrasse, Bremen, Germany

Traditional brick houses in Boettcherstrasse, Bremen, Germany

Traditional brick houses at the southern entrance to Boettcherstrasse, Bremen, Germany

House of the Glockenspiel on Boettcherstrasse in the evening, Bremen, Germany

Illuminated Boettcherstrasse in the evening, Bremen, Germany

Craftsman`s yard in the illuminated Boettcherstrasse in the evening, Bremen, Germany

Climbing roses on house in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Colorful houses in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Houses in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Alley in the historic Schnoor district in the evening, Bremen, Germany

Street cafes in the historic Schnoor district in the evening, Bremen, Germany

Alley in the historic Schnoor district at sunrise, Bremen, Germany

Stavendamm Square in the historic Schnoor district at sunrise, Bremen, Germany

Traditional cafe in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Street cafes in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Bronze statue Heini Holtenbeen at street cafe in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Alley with colorful houses in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Narrow houses at the entrance to the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Bronze gully cover with Bremen city coat of arms in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Traditional inn in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Original entrance door in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Alley in the historic Schnoor district, Bremen, Germany

Statue of Bremer Roland and historic houses on the market square, Bremen, Germany

Bronze statue of Bremer Stadtmusikanten at the town hall, Bremen, Germany

Statue of Bremen Roland in front of the town hall with the German flag on the market square, Bremen, Germany

Statue of Bremer Roland in front of the town hall on the market square, Bremen, Germany

Statue of Bremer Roland on the market square, Bremen, Germany

Neptune Fountain and Manufactum department store (formerly Bremer Bank-Haus) at Domshof, Bremen, Germany

Street cafes on the market square with town hall and St. Petri Cathedral in the evening, Bremen, Germany

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The Hanseatic League, a powerful trading alliance that dominated Northern Europe during the Middle Ages, left behind a rich legacy that can still be witnessed today. In the heart of Bremen, Germany, the Market Square proudly showcases its Old Hanse houses, standing as a testament to the city's prosperous past. Meanwhile, an ancient fjordside wharf in Bryggen, Norway reveals the wooden Hanseatic merchants' buildings that once buzzed with activity. As we explore further across Europe, Tallinn beckons us with its Alexander Nevsky Cathedral nestled within its old city walls. The intricate architecture and grandeur of this magnificent structure serve as a reminder of Tallinn's connection to the influential Hansa network. In Hamburg, Germany stands St Michaelis Church adorned with a sculpture depicting archangel Michael triumphing over Satan. This masterpiece by Hans Holbein the Younger captures not only religious symbolism but also reflects Hamburg's historical ties to trade and commerce. Bergen in Hordaland County offers another glimpse into Hanseatic history through its UNESCO-listed wooden houses at Bryggen. As tourists stroll through this charming old town at sunset they can transported back in time to when Bergen was one of the most important trading ports in Northern Europe. Further east lies Novgorod where warehouses once bustled with goods from all corners of Europe under Hanseatic control. The chromolitho depiction reminds us of how far-reaching their influence truly was. Bruges too fell under their sway as depicted in another chromolitho artwork showcasing Hanseatic control over this bustling Belgian city. It serves as evidence of their dominance even beyond their Baltic origins. Scania in southern Sweden boasted factories that were part of this vast trading network according to yet another chromolitho print. These factories played a crucial role in producing goods for export and contributed greatly to regional prosperity. The hanseatic era may have passed long ago, but its impact on European history and culture remains palpable.