Lieken Urkorn Kraftklotz bread

Lieken Urkorn is a prominent German bakery brand with roots dating back to 1922 when Alfred Lieken founded his first bakery. Over decades, it became synonymous with whole-grain and specialty breads in the German market. The brand focuses on traditional baking methods combined with modern industrial production standards.

Manufacturing primarily takes place across several large-scale bakery facilities located in Germany, ensuring broad distribution to supermarkets and retail chains. Ownership of the brand has transitioned through major food corporations; since 2013, it has been owned by the Czech Agrofert group, a massive conglomerate with diverse interests in agriculture and food production. The brand remains a staple in the DACH region, known for its variety of sliced breads and innovative healthy loaf options.