Hanover's New Town Hall symbolises the history and development of the city. With its imposing dome, the unique arched lift and the detailed models of the city inside, it attracts numerous visitors every year.
Construction of the New Town Hall began in 1901 and was completed in 1913. It was built on 6026 beech piles and cost ten million marks at the time, financed entirely from municipal funds. The city director at the time, Heinrich Tramm, proudly presented the completed building to Kaiser Wilhelm II.
The building impresses with its Wilhelminian architectural style, which incorporates elements of the Neo-Renaissance. The magnificent dome reaches a height of 97.73 metres and offers a breathtaking view over Hanover and, on a clear day, as far as the Harz Mountains.
A special highlight is the arched lift, the only one of its kind in the world, which takes visitors up to the dome platform in an inclined lift. This lift follows the curvature of the dome and offers impressive views during the journey.
Inside the town hall there are four detailed models of the city, which show the development of Hanover from 1689 through 1939 and 1945 to the present day. These models provide a vivid overview of the urban development and the effects of the Second World War on the city.
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The New Hanover Town Hall offers guided tours that can be booked all year round. These last around 45 minutes and are ideal for groups of up to 20 people. During the tour, visitors gain fascinating insights into the history and architecture of the building. A highlight is the ascent with the inclined lift to the dome, from where you can enjoy a spectacular view over the city. The guided tours can be booked individually and are also available in foreign languages.
Hanover's New Town Hall is located on the southern edge of Hanover's city centre, nestled in the ten-hectare Maschpark. The square in front of it was renamed "Platz der Menschenrechte" in 2024 and serves as a venue for various events.
Directly behind the New Town Hall is the Maschpark - a park covering around ten hectares that was laid out around 1900 as Hanover's first municipal green space. The park was designed according to the plans of horticultural director Julius Trip and is an outstanding example of German garden design from the late 19th century.
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The New Town Hall is not only Hanover's landmark, but also one of the most popular photo motifs with the best view over the city. You can find much more information here here
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