Lunebourg

Lüneburg Heritage

Lüneburg’s architectural heritage is defined by the distinctive Brick Gothic style and its legacy as a wealthy salt-trading hub. This collection highlights the city's medieval core, from the expansive Rathaus with its Renaissance facade to the 14th-century St. John’s Church. Discover industrial landmarks like the 18th-century Alter Kran on the Ilmenau river and the 1902 water tower. The list also includes the well-preserved Lüne Abbey, a former Benedictine nunnery, and the Liebesgrund park, situated within the city’s historic fortifications.

Lüne Abbey

Lüne Abbey is a former Benedictine nunnery in the Lower Saxon town of Lüneburg.

Rathaus Lüneburg

A complex of buildings dating back to 1230, showcasing a blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles. It features a Baroque facade added in 1720 and houses the historic Justice Council Chamber, decorated with intricate wood carvings and murals.

St. John's Church

The Church of John the Baptist is the oldest Lutheran church in Lüneburg, Germany. It is located in the city centre.

St. Nicolai, Lüneburg

St. Nicolai is a church and Lutheran parish in Lüneburg, Lower Saxony, Germany.

Lüneburg Water Tower

Lüneburg Water Tower is a water tower in the southeastern part of the Lüneburg old town in Lower Saxony, Germany, built by the architect…

Alter Kran

An 18th-century wooden harbor crane located on the Ilmenau river. Built in 1797 to load salt onto ships, it remains a key landmark of the city's Hanseatic industrial history.

Liebesgrund

A green space and recreational park situated in a valley that once formed part of Lüneburg's medieval city fortifications. It features walking paths along the former moat, connecting the historic town center with the western districts.