Lüneburg

Lüneburg district is an administrative area in Lower Saxony covering about ten municipalities across roughly 1,300 square kilometers. The area features flat terrain with gentle hills, forests, and the Elbe River running through several towns that it connects.

The district formed in 1885 from medieval territories and was reorganized administratively after Lower Saxony's creation in 1946. This restructuring shaped its current form, building on centuries of trade and local settlement.

The region shows North German craftsmanship through half-timbered houses and the remains of old salt trade routes that still structure the villages. Locals keep these traditions alive through regular markets and regional cooking that includes salted meat and kale dishes.

The district sits close to Hamburg and is easily reached via the A250 highway. Multiple train lines and bus routes connect the municipalities, making it simple to travel between them, and the Elbe offers boat transportation options as well.

The district sits between Lüneburg Heath, a vast heathland with its own ecosystem, and the Elbe Valley. This location brings two very different landscapes together, and the contrast between open heathland and river valley defines the region's character.

Location: Lower Saxony

Inception: 1885

Capital city: Lüneburg

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

Shares border with: Harburg, Heidekreis, Uelzen District, Lüchow-Dannenberg District, District of Duchy of Lauenburg, Ludwigslust-Parchim District

Website: https://landkreis-lueneburg.de

GPS coordinates: 53.25000,10.50000

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:13