Hamlin, Germany? You Probably Mean Hamelin (Hameln)

Correction

There is no “Hamlin, Germany.” The town you’re likely thinking of is Hamelin (German: Hameln) in Lower Saxony.

Hamelin Highlights

• Famous for the Pied Piper legend (Brothers Grimm, 1284).
• Well-preserved medieval old town: half-timbered houses, Pied Piper House, Rat Catcher’s House.
• Weser River setting; part of the German Fairy Tale Route.
• Population ~57,000; ~40 km SW of Hanover.

Possible Confusion

• Hamlin, NY / Hamlin, WV / Hamlin, TX – U.S. towns.
• Hamlyn – surname or brand (e.g., Hamlyn Publishers).