Bernard II, Lord of Lippe was a 12th-century ruler who governed the Lordship of Lippe from 1167 to 1196. Born around 1140 at Burg Lipperode, he is primarily recognized for establishing the towns of Lippstadt and Lemgo. During his reign, he married Heilwig, with whom he had eleven children who reached adulthood. His family held significant influence, as several of his descendants occupied prominent ecclesiastical positions throughout Europe.