The best tips for a holiday in Lüneburg / Lüneburg Travel Guide

The Lüneburg Heath is one of the most popular travel destinations in the country. / Lüneburg Travel Guide

Every year, Germany’s most famous lowland attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors who enjoy the sight of the violet seas of flowers.

But not only the heath, but also the small town of Lüneburg, 40 kilometers away, is worth a visit.

Not only “Red Roses” fans will get their money’s worth in Lüneburg. With its cute half-timbered houses, romantic alleyways and great vantage points, Lower Saxony’s, in my opinion, most beautiful old town enchants young and old. EskiGaste reveals the best places to eat in the Hanseatic city, which sights you should not miss and many other useful tips for a holiday in Lüneburg.

Lüneburg travel tips: The most important things at a glance

Car or public transport? The best way to get around the old town is on foot. However, you need a car to get to the Lüneburg Heath, 40 kilometers away, or to explore the surrounding area of ​​Lüneburg.
Couple or family vacation? Is both possible. Especially at sunset it can get quite romantic in Lüneburg’s hidden backyards. Since the city center is mostly car-free, holidays with small children or dogs are also fun.
nature or culture? With the Lüneburg Heath as the number one excursion destination in the area, Lüneburg is definitely suitable for nature lovers. Nevertheless, there are also some cultural offerings, such as the German Salt Museum.
Expensive or cheap? In the high season, from August to the beginning of September, when the heath is in bloom, the prices for Lüneburg holiday apartments are at their highest. Otherwise, the accommodation costs in the Hanseatic city do not differ much from other German holiday destinations.

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Lüneburg Heath

The Lüneburg Heath should not be missing from this list simply because of its popularity. But is it really worth the hype? As a “local”, I think so, because even outside of the flowering season, the special spot of nature is perfect for a relaxed walk or a day hike. Since the country is completely flat here, you don’t have to master any hills or strenuous climbs. If you don’t want to miss the sight of the purple flowers in summer, you also have to deal with the many tourists.

Old town

The heart of Lüneburg should not be forgotten when it comes to the best tips for a holiday in the Hanseatic city. There is nothing better than strolling through the streets of the old town, especially when the weather is sunny. Most of the sights, cozy cafés and restaurants with regional and international cuisine are located here. On the shopping street you can buy wonderful souvenirs or new clothes in the many local shops.

At the stint / Lüneburg Travel Guide

There are good restaurants and, above all, a large culinary selection throughout the old town. But if you not only want to eat well, but also want to enjoy a great view of the Ilmenau, you will find happiness “Am Stint”. The street is in the historic Water District, near City Hall. In addition to an Italian, Thai and a German restaurant, there is also a cozy Irish pub in which live music evenings take place regularly.

Lüneburg Wildlife Park

The Lüneburg Heath wildlife park should definitely be on your must-do list. Here is the “Heide Himmel”, which opened in 2019. From the 700 meter long treetop path, which leads through the forest over the enclosures, you have a great view of the landscape and the wild cats and wolves that live in the wildlife park.

Kalkberg

Luckily, the best spot to watch the sunrise is just a short walk from the old town. In order to climb the 60 meter high Kalkberg, no special sporting ability is required. From the top of the Kalkberg you have a great view of the orange and red roofs of the city. From here you can also see the leaning tower of St. John’s Church. It has a tragic history: after its completion in the 13th century, its architect fell off the roof out of shame at the sloping tower. Nevertheless, his structural error posthumously made him a local celebrity. Incidentally, Johann Sebastian Bach also played and taught on the organ of this church.

This is the best way to get to Lüneburg

Lüneburg is easily accessible by train. There are connections from Hamburg or Hanover several times an hour. It is also not far from the train station to the city center, where many holiday apartments and hotels are located.

If you want to drive, you have to note that the old town is a car-free zone during the day. Unfortunately, Lüneburg, like many other German cities, has a chronic shortage of parking spaces. But here’s a tip: a few minutes’ walk from the center, near the Sülzwisen, there is a large free car park.

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