Lititz Real Estate
Lititz Real Estate
Lititz Real Estate
Historic Lititz, located just north of Lancaster City boasts equal parts of hometown charm and big city sophistication, mix in lots of extremely cool and unique shops, add some warm and friendly greetings and a generous portion of places to relax and unwind, top it all off with some Wilbur chocolate and a Sturgis pretzel and let it age for about 250 years.
Count Nicholas von Zinzendorf of Saxony, Germany, founder of the modern day Moravian Church, established the town and named it Lititz in 1756. From the beginning, only Moravians were permitted to live in the village, which lasted until 1855 when Lititz was opened to others thus creating a community that has a historic and friendly appeal with an entrepreneurial spirit. Buildings along Main Street dating back to the early 18th century are quiet sentinels of our earlier settlers. These centuries old buildings have been historically restored and now house over seventy independently owned shops, boutiques, intimate cafes, plus unique and memorable fine dining.
In addition to having a fascinating history, Lititz is also the home of the nation’s longest continually running Independence Day festival, which has been celebrated by townsfolk since 1813. This event consists of the Queen of Candles pageant and an enormous, hi-tech firework show synchronized to music. There is also a food court and several other forms of entertainment, and all proceeds go to support the Lititz Springs Park.
Lititz is known for its beautiful historic houses and romantic covered bridges, which can be easily explored on the Lititz & its Countryside Trail. The picturesque town is also a favorite spot for local art galleries, chic boutiques, antiques shops, inns and cozy cafes. Lititz is known as a "foodie town" for its attractions that offer a sneak peek behind the making of some of Lancaster's sweet and salty favorites. Lititz is also the home of many museums and historic sites, such as The Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery and The Wilbur Chocolate Factory & Candy Americana Museum. Just a few steps away, satisfy your sweet tooth at the Wilbur Chocolate Candy Americana Museum and Factory Store. Wilbur Chocolate, made famous by its Wilbur Buds, produces more than 170 million pounds of superior chocolate every year. Watch skilled candy makers hand-dip marshmallows into chocolate or create nut-filled creations for the perfect gift. Stop into the Candy Americana Museum for a look at candy making from years past and taste some of those delicious Wilbur Buds. Lititz’s history and quiet charm make it prime real estate for those looking for a peaceful, uncongested spot just minutes from some of the greatest sights in Pennsylvania.