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Engelswisch Street, a historic street located on Lübeck's old town island, has undergone a name change. The street, which was initially known as Goldoghenstrate, dates back to the Middle Ages and was later called Engelswisch in the 16th century.
Before 1852, Engelswisch Street was known as Langgasse. However, the current official name of the street has been established since then. The name change may have been a deliberate attempt to distance it from its aristocratic past, or perhaps to make it more relatable to the common people.
In Low German, "Wisch" means "wiese" or "meadow". This change in name does not remind us of its patrician past but of idyllic meadows instead. The name change does not evoke associations with its original family name, but rather the image of a peaceful meadow.
Engelswisch Street is in close proximity to the Untertrave and is located near the heart of Lübeck's old town. The historic architecture of the street is part of the UNESCO World Heritage old town ensemble. The name change conjures up a charming contrast between its historic architecture and the image of meadows.
The street's location reflects the historical developments of the city, from a patrician seat to a harbor district. Goldoghenstrate, the earlier name, was named after the respected councilor family Goldoge. The name change of Engelswisch Street may have been a strategy to make it more accessible and appealing to the general public.
The name change of Engelswisch Street may be due to the common people not knowing or understanding the old family name. Regardless of its origins, the new name has certainly given the street a fresh, more approachable image. Engelswisch Street no longer refers to a patrician family but evokes images of idyllic meadows, making it a unique and charming part of Lübeck's old town.
