The history of the Mann family represents a significant chapter of German contemporary and cultural history.
Again and again, even in the past several years, this "amazing family" has challenged not only literary critics but also historians, family sociologists and film makers.
The main scene of action of Thomas Mann's Nobel prize winning novel, is the "Buddenbrookhaus", this house, in which the great German author grew up in, features heavily in his classic novel.
The buddenbrook was constructed in 1758 but sadly not much of the original has remained, as the building was reduced to a ruin during the Second World War. A new building was erected behind it in 1957 and now houses a museum devoted to the Mann family. A number of rooms have been reconstructed to appear as they did in Thomas Mann's famous novel.
Opening hours:
01.01 to 31.03
Mo-Su 11h00-17h00
01.04 to 31.12
Mo-Su 10h00-18h00
Admission:
Adults: 5 €
School/students: 2,60 €
Family ticket: 12,50 €
Contact:
Tel: 0049 451 1 22 41 92
Address:
Mengstrasse 4
23552 Lübeck