Lübeck Marzipan (German: Lübecker Marzipan) refers to Marzipan originating from the city of Lübeck in northern Germany and has been protected by an EU Council Directive as a “Protected Geographical Indication” (PGI) since 1996. The Marzipan manufacturers of Lübeck like Niederegger, Carstens, ''Lubeca or Marzipan-Land follow some principles of quality by voluntary commitments (not required by the directive). Niederegger for example use 100% almond paste and no sugar.[1]