Romantic location in the centre of the old salt town

It is the quiet and beautiful location at the old Ilmenau harbour which makes the Bergström so unique. From here the sights of our 1000-year-old town are easily reached on foot.
Cobbled pavements invite you to explore the past and to take a leisurely stroll through the town center. Today the gabled roofs shelter attractive boutiques, traditional restaurants and – this is what Lüneburg is also famous for! – a number of quaint pubs.

We have some recommendations and collected a few tips which we would love to share with you.

Culture

Guided Lüneburg tours
We gladly make your reservation for interesting guided tours: visit historical courtyards or accompany famous Lüneburg citizens through their town, go on an evening tour with the Lüneburg city guards or – an insider tip – follow the night watchman and his wife. Or maybe you would prefer a carriage ride through the town center?

Town hall
Approx. 500 years old, Lüneburg’s town hall is one of the most beautiful historical buildings in Northern Germany. The magnificent building is – so to speak – a stone chronicle of the town’s history. Different and originally separate sections of the building grew together in the course of time to form a unique ensemble. The oldest parts date as far back as 1200. The eastern side facing the market square was built at the beginning of the 18th century and is crowned by a seemingly delicate tower with chimes made of Meissen china.

Water tower
The water tower is one of the most impressive examples of early industrial architecture in Lüneburg. It was built in 1906/7 on the remains of the medieval ramparts.

German salt museum
A visit to the German salt museum is really worthwhile. It was built on the site of the former salt works where salt was mined from 956 until 1976. Experience history and view 230 million year-old rock salt, follow the ancient salt roads and watch the boiling of salt in old lead pans.

Leisure activities in and around Lüneburg

Hiking and biking at the Lüneburg Heather
Keen cyclists find everything they could wish for in the lovely countryside between the river Elbe and the famous Lüneburg Heather: unspoilt nature, good roads and signposting, plenty of interesting sights, a great variety of restaurants and accommodation suitable for cyclers’ needs. Highlights of the region are the largest heath area in Europe, the natural preserve “Elbtalaue” and many attractive towns and villages located in the heath. To go hiking in Lüneburg surroundings is to relax and enjoy both nature and culture. If you like, we will put together the most beautiful routes in the heath, Lüneburg’s surroundings and the “Elbtalaue” for you.

Golf
Another highlight of the area is golf. Players of different handicaps have the choice between 7 first-class golf courses and beautiful natural courses.

Boat trips:
The region offers plenty of opportunities for boat rides. Discover the countryside by boat either on the river Ilmenau, the river Elbe or the “Elbe-Seiten” canal. The canal-lift in Scharnebeck – the biggest in Germany – is a special attraction. Rent a canoe, a rowing or a pedalo boat and enjoy untouched heath countryside, lush fens along the Elbe – the river will lead you to the most attractive sites in Lüneburg’s surroundings.

Lüneburg’s thermal baths
Lüneburg’s thermal baths are still supplied with 4% salt water and in summer outdoor swimming pools

Horse & carriage rides
The varied countryside round Lüneburg with its low traffic-density is especially suited for relaxing horse rides. There are numerous pony stables with special holiday offers for children as well as carriage rides and select high-quality sports events for professional riders. One of the highlights in our area is the well-known course in Luhmühlen where the German and European championships in Military take place.

By bike or by car
The newly opened center for safe driving in Lüneburg is one of the most modern centers in Europe. The comprehensive program offers training for car drivers and motorbike riders alike, basic courses and specialized individual lessons, such as off-road and sports car courses.