Lititz

Lititz is a borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, with tree-lined streets, retail areas along Main and Broad Streets, and a stream flowing through downtown. The central streets are marked by older buildings, specialty shops, and bakeries that shape the area's character.

Members of the Moravian Church founded this settlement in 1756 and named it after a Bohemian castle, initially limiting residence to congregation members. These roots continue to shape the town's layout and character today.

The name comes from a castle in Bohemia, and visitors can see this heritage reflected in the Moravian Church at the center of town and the tree-lined streets where daily life still moves around this religious tradition. The annual Independence Day celebration with the Queen of Candles Pageant weaves old customs into the way people celebrate together.

Visitors find main attractions and shops in the central business district, including a well-known bakery, a chocolate retail store, and several specialty shops. The flat layout and street design make walking around straightforward and easy.

A school in town was founded in 1746 and remains one of the oldest continuously operating girls' boarding schools in the country. The institution reflects how deeply education has shaped the community.

Location: Lancaster County

Inception: 1710

Founders: Moravian Church

Elevation above the sea: 116 m

Website: http://lititzpa.com

GPS coordinates: 40.15470,-76.30330

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:44