Diary of a Cabin Boy: Experience Maritime History on Board

The exhibition on board the historic Passat in Travemünde is dedicated to life and work at sea. The focus is on the diary entries of a 15-year-old cabin boy. His personal insights make everyday life on board experienceable from a young, immediate perspective.

Visitors gain insight into the maritime world of the past and learn how the daily work on a sailing ship was shaped. The diary entries combine personal observations with the history of seafaring and give the exhibition a particularly vivid perspective.

Maritime History on a Historic Sailing Ship

The exhibition location itself is an essential part of the experience: The Passat is located in Travemünde and, as a historic sailing ship, is part of Lübeck's maritime cityscape. During the tour, the exhibition can be discovered directly on board. Thus, the contents are not presented in a typical museum room, but in the authentic environment of a traditional ship.

The exhibition is suitable for anyone interested in seafaring, ships, and Lübeck's maritime history. Families and guests visiting Travemünde can also take the opportunity to learn about the perspective of a young crew member and gain more insight into life at sea.

Visit to Travemünde

The exhibition opens on October 15, 2026, on board the Passat in Travemünde. Specific opening hours, admission prices, and ticket information are not mentioned in the provided details. Please inform yourself about the current conditions and accessibility on board before your visit.

Since the exhibition is located on a ship, comfortable clothing suitable for the venue is recommended. The Passat is part of Lübeck and connects the exhibition with the special maritime character of Travemünde.