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Since the end of 2007 Lüneburg has officially been able to call itself a Hanseatic town once more. After an exhaustive investigation process, it was confirmed that Lüneburg had more than earned the designation.

In the Middle Ages the Hanseatic League town of Lüneburg became very rich due to salt. The only means of preservation, apart from drying, was won in the Lüneburg saltworks, known as the Sülze saltworks.

It is not only Pisa that has a leaning tower – so does Lüneburg. The oldest church in Lüneburg is St. John’s ; it attracts the visitor from afar because of its 108-metre-high spire, which rises high into the sky. During construction of the spire around 1384, the tower leant 2.20 metres to the w…

Lüneburg also has its "Elphi". Leuphana University of Lüneburg has opened the spectacular new Libeskind building.

The history of the Hanseatic city of Lüneburg is long and so there are many special features and insider tips to tell. You can experience them during a visit to Lüneburg.

Steeped in more than 1050 years of history, the ‘Hanseatic city of Lüneburg ', between Hamburg and Hanover, is one of the most fascinating towns in northern Germany. Its historic architecture, renowned for its Brick Gothic style, forms a charming contrast to the young, vibrant town life. Lüneburg …