Jean D.
8/27/2025
I took the $10 pretzel tour today. I was so excited to make my own pretzel. I understand after the tour guide explained all the steps in making a finished pretzel that I wouldn't be able to eat...
Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery
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219 E Main St
Lititz, PA 17543
Located in historic Lititz, Pennsylvania, Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery stands as the first commercial pretzel bakery in America. Established in 1861, it proudly upholds traditional recipes and methods from the Sturgis Family, the oldest pretzel baking family in the country. Visitors are invited to tour the original bakery, engage in a hands-on pretzel twisting lesson, witness bakers expertly shaping soft pretzels by hand, and explore an array of delectable treats and souvenirs at the bakery store.
Steeped in history, the bakery does not operate as a modern factory but as a cherished historic site. Guests can immerse themselves in the origins of the American pretzel industry and appreciate the enduring legacy of Julius Sturgis. From the assortment of pretzel shapes, sizes, and souvenir packaging available, to the warm hospitality extended during group tours, the bakery offers a unique experience for all ages in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
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Tim S.
9/10/2025
This was our 2nd stop on our pretzel tour between York and Philadelphia. This place was the first pretzel bakery in the modern New World. Pretty crazy, right? We didn't take the tour due to...
Darlene B.
7/12/2025
If your a pretzel lover & find yourself in Litiz,PA , be sure to check this place out. The staff were very accomadating, when I had to change tour from July 3, to July 4 later tour in the day....
Michele F.
7/7/2025
A friend and I decided to explore Letitz this past weekend and were excited to visit this place. They run tours every 30 minutes, where a guide takes you into the old oven room and shows you how...
Annabelle L.
8/31/2025
It's a short storytelling by their staff of how Julius Sturgis came to create pretzels. Visitors also got to shape the dough to a pretzel shape, which is about 5 minutes to do. Then, we get a...
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