Traditional flower shop Blumen Lehfer in Schweinfurt closes after 145 years!

Traditional flower shop Blumen Lehfer in Schweinfurt closes after 145 years!

A piece of Schweinfurt tradition is coming to an end: the traditional flower shopFlowers Lehferon Friedhofstrasse is closing its doors after a whopping 145 years. OwnerAnita Lehferannounced on November 17, 2025 that the closure would be effective January 1, 2026. The flower shop has a special meaning in the region and will be sorely missed by many customers.

The reasons for the end are varied: Anita Lehfer, who has been running the store for 31 years, has been looking for a successor for the last five years, but her daughters did not want to take over the business. Lehfer also cites health reasons that push her to make this difficult decision. “I'm sorry, but I have no other choice,” she expresses her regret and emphasizes that it is now time to allow herself some rest.

An end to a discount

For all those who would like to enjoy the fresh flowers again, there is a sale until the end of the year with a 50 percent discount on the entire range. The customers are horrified and sad about the impending closure, but understand Anita Lehfer's decision. With a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 99 reviews, it reflects the high regard that the flower shop enjoys in the community.

The city of Schweinfurt has also expressed its condolences and regrets the loss of such a valued business. The flower shop not only sold flowers, but was a meeting place for many people. The memories of celebratory occasions, weddings and funerals will remain with customers.

A look into the future

With the long-standing tradition coming to an end, many are wondering what comes next. Anita Lehfer plans to take time for herself after the closure. Maybe she will take up a new hobby or simply enjoy the peace and quiet that she has earned after hard work and years of dedication to her business.

While Schmied remains firmly anchored in the heart of the city, time passes and it remains to be seen what new businesses may move into Friedhofstrasse in the future. One thing is certain: InFranken reports about the closure and the deep connection the population has with the flower shop, which was a part of their lives for many decades.