Lüner Holz Forest Trail – Historic Old Town Lüneburg loop from Adendorf

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Lüner Holz Forest Trail – Historic Old Town Lüneburg loop from Adendorf

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Lüner Holz Forest Trail – Historic Old Town Lüneburg loop from Adendorf

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12.3km

40m

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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2026

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Train Station

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2.72 km

Lüner Holz Forest Trail

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A nice alternative between Lüneburg and Adendorf, so that you don't have to drive on the main road.

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5.55 km

Historic Streets of Lüneburg

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In Lüneburg

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5.65 km

View of the Old Crane (Alter Kran) in Lüneburg

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The old crane dates back to the 14th century, it was used to lift goods and also the Lüneburg salt works. In its prime, the crane even managed to lift a steam locomotive. Today the crane is a landmark of Lüneburg and adorns the water district. You can stop here and enjoy the view of the harbor.

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5.71 km

Stintmarkt in the historic water district, Lüneburg

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The Stintmarkt is located in the historic water district of Lüneburg. As the name suggests, the fish species "smelt" used to be traded here, a small, herring-like fish that was very popular in the Middle Ages.

Similar to salmon, smelts swim into the rivers in late February to spawn in the sandy bottom. They were caught and traded at the smelt market.

Today, Lüneburg's most famous bar and restaurant mile is located on the Stintmarkt. The medieval houses, all of which are very well preserved, offer a fantastic and much-used photo backdrop.

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5.74 km

Pons — Lüneburg’s oldest pub

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Pub on the stint. Belongs to Lüneburg like the salt in the soup.

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6.01 km

St. Nicolai Church (Lüneburg)

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St. Nicolai, consecrated to St. Nicolaos, the patron saint of boatmen and seamen. Financed and built by order of the patricians and guild of boatmen. The landmark of the water district in Lüneburg. Also called the "Citizens' Basilica". Construction began in 1407.

Rises up mightily and has a special structural feature, thanks to an architectural trick it looks longer from the inside than it is when you look at the choir. On the other hand, you have the feeling that everyone is sitting in the first row. It is almost as high as it is long.

The church belongs to the basilica type, while St. Johannes and St. Michaelis are hall churches. The model was St. Marien in Lübeck and St. Nicolai in Wismar. Particularly impressive is the approximately 7.20 meter wide and 28.70 meter high Gothic central nave with the eight-pointed star vault, which is unique in northern Germany, and with its medieval character.

The high altar comes from the St. Lamberti Church, which was demolished in 1861, and is accordingly called the Lamberti Altar. Behind the altar are the display panels of the Heiligenthaler altar, with what is probably the oldest picture of Lüneburg.

Official link: st-nicolai.eu

Here you can find out everything you need to know (opening times, etc.) and take a virtual tour of the impressive interior. In the entrance you can also buy a small guide, which explains the essentials in pictures and text. It costs 3 € and is also used for maintenance. I have known this church since 1990, when birches tried to conquer the church.

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6.38 km

Historic Old Town Lüneburg

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The old town is full of historic half-timbered houses with beautiful carvings, especially the Ratsapotheke on the water tower makes something and offers great views. The Abtsmühle and the Alte Kran an der Ilmenau are also worth a look.

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