Lübeck Marzipan

[3] The marzipan manufacturers of Lübeck such as Niederegger, Carstens, Lubeca or Marzipan-Land, however, follow some principles of quality by voluntary commitments, not required by the directive.

While marzipan has been produced in Central Europe since the Middle Ages, the product typically contained a large amount of sugar, with only a small amount of almond mixed in.

This was largely due to there being only a limited supply of almonds, as they are not grown in the area and had to be imported.

Lübeck, as the capital of the Hanseatic League, was an important trading hub, which ensured a steady supply of ingredients.

[4] Today, Lübeck is host to several attractions that reference the city's association with marzipan.