Lorenz

Lorenz Snack-World is a major German snack company producing Crunchips, Saltletts, Curly and more. With roots in the Bahlsen biscuit tradition since 1889, Lorenz operates independently since 1999 as one of Europe's leading savoury snack specialists.

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Key Facts about Lorenz

  • Quick Facts

    • Germany's leading savoury snack brand
    • Home of Crunchips, Saltletts and Curly
    • Crispy quality with a long German heritage

  • Founding Year

    1999

  • Country of Origin

    Germany
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About the history of Lorenz

Lorenz traces its heritage to 1889, when Hermann Bahlsen established the Hannoversche Cakesfabrik in Hanover. Over the following decades, the Bahlsen family grew a significant range of snack products alongside their famous biscuits, including the enduring Saltletts (introduced in 1935) and Curly peanut puffs (1963).

In 1999, Lorenz Bahlsen separated the savoury snack business from the wider Bahlsen group, establishing Lorenz Snack-World as a dedicated snack company in its own right. The Crunchips range—launched in 1992—had already become a major success and formed the backbone of the new independent venture.

Today, Lorenz products are a fixture of German supermarket shelves and a staple at social gatherings. For UK customers who grew up in Germany or simply want a reliable German crisp or snack fix, Lorenz delivers familiar crunch and flavour that's hard to find elsewhere.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Will I pay customs or import fees?

No hidden import fees or customs apply for any order.

Are your products authentic German brands?

We focus on real German products and source from German brands and wholesalers.

How much does delivery cost?

Standard delivery is a flat rate of £4.99 and free on orders over £50. Express delivery is a flat rate of £5.99.

How long does delivery take?

Standard delivery usually takes 2-4 business days, while express delivery takes 1-2 business days. Our UK warehouse ensures that these shipping times are consistent.

Do you ship chilled products?

No. We only ship products that keep at room temperature, so fresh sausages such as Bratwurst, cheese and quark are not in our range, and we do not stock soups at the moment. For a German sausage night we carry what goes with them: Hela currywurst sauce and curry ketchup, Born Thuringia Bratwurst mustard, Löwensenf and Händlmaier sweet mustard.

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