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Hanover old buildingLars Gerhardts

Neighbourhood tips

Whether urban living in Linden, relaxed enjoyment in Südstadt or stylish living in List - Hannover's neighbourhoods each have their very own character. With these Neighbourhood tips you will experience the state capital from new perspectives and discover places that always have surprises in store, even for locals.

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Ahlem
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Anderten
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Badenstedt
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Bemerode
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Bornum
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Bothfeld
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Brink harbour
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Bult

Worth seeing

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Sightseeing
Ballhofplatz
Ballhofplatz in the heart of Hanover is a historical and cultural hotspot that delights visitors with its charming atmosphere.
Centre
SteinhuderSea© Hans F. Meier
Region , Lakes , Sightseeing
Steinhuder Sea
Whether you want to relax on the sandy beach or be active on the water, cycling or hiking, the Steinhuder Meer offers the right experience for everyone.
Hanover Region
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Sightseeing
Hanover Adventure Zoo
Hannover Adventure Zoo offers seven themed worlds with over 3,000 animals on 22 hectares - a unique adventure for young and old.
Zoo
Dumont Hanover Ch.2Martin Kirchner
Nightlife , Sightseeing
Raschplatz
Raschplatz in Hanover is more than just a transport hub - it is a lively place with history, culture and urban flair.
Centre
38 Fiedeler Square
Sightseeing
Fiedelerplatz
Lively markets and a relaxed atmosphere - Fiedelerplatz is the heart of Döhren. Whether for a cosy afternoon or the regional weekly shopping, life in the district pulsates here!
Döhren-Wülfel
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Sightseeing
The Aegidienkirche
The Aegidienkirche in Hanover, which was largely destroyed in the Second World War, has served as a memorial to the victims of war and violence since 1954.
Centre
Central station with statue of Ernst August
Sightseeing
Ernst-August-Platz
Ernst-August-Platz is the lively centre of Hanover. When the locals talk about a meeting "under the tail", they mean the impressive equestrian statue of King Ernst August I.
Centre
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Sightseeing
New town hall
What many visitors to Hanover think is a castle is in fact the New Town Hall: the magnificent Wilhelminian building from 1913 is now one of the landmarks of the metropolis on the River Leine.
Centre
Heading
Region , Sightseeing
Calenberger Land
Close to the state capital you will find a real natural beauty - the enchanting Calenberger Land with unspoilt nature, lush meadows and idyllic flair. Ideal for hiking and cycling tours!
Hanover Region
Region , Sightseeing
Forest stage Gehrden
Forest stage Gehrden
Hanover Region
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Sightseeing
Herrenhausen Gardens
From Georgengärten and Herrenhausen Palace with its museum to Berggarten and Grosser Garten - here you can immerse yourself in the 17th century and enjoy true garden splendour.
Herrenhausen
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Sightseeing
Leibniz monument at the Künstlerhaus
Under the magnificent chandelier in Sophienstraße, in front of the Künstlerhaus, an impressive scenario is revealed to the onlooker. Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz is enthroned on the façade.
Centre
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Sightseeing
Nanas
They have the pretty names Sophie, Charlotte and Caroline - the Nanas are a colourful accent for Hanover, the start of the Sculpture Mile and an impetus for everyday culture with a zest for life.
Calenberg New Town
Hanover-Herrenhausen Gardens
Sightseeing
Mountain garden
The Berggarten Herrenhausen is one of the most important botanical gardens in Europe. Located in the centre of Hanover, it presents an impressive world of plants that takes visitors on a botanical discovery tour.
Herrenhausen
Marienburg Castle - Christian Wyrwa - 23
Region , Sightseeing
Marienburg Castle
Marienburg Castle near Pattensen is a particularly magical excursion destination in the Hanover region. The former summer residence of the Guelphs still enchants thousands of visitors every year.
Hanover Region
Doehren-Wuelfel-St. Peter's Church
Sightseeing
St Peter's Church Hanover-Kleefeld
The Petri and Nikodemus Church Parish is a lively, music-loving parish of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hanover with a location in the Petri Church Hanover-Kleefeld.
Clover field
Sightseeing
St James' Church
St James' Church
Kirchrode
Leineschloss, seat of the Lower Saxony state parliamentMartin Kirchner
Sightseeing
On the high bank
Whether it's a coffee in the sun, a walk along the Leine, a Christmas market and flea market in the old town or a surfing experience on the Leine wave - the Hohe Ufer is the place to be for a holiday.
Centre
Cream horses at sunset
Region , Sightseeing
Horse region around Hanover
Idyllic terrain, cosy half-timbered farms, riding clubs, sights and leisure activities - this is the Hanover horse region, right at the heart of Hanoverian horse breeding.
Hanover Region
Maschsee Lake in winter – Jan Probst Dencker
Bathing lakes , Sightseeing
Maschsee
Maschsee - Hanover's urban jewel: created in 1936, the 2.4 km long lake offers water sports, lakeside promenades and the annual Maschsee Festival. An urban paradise to relax and enjoy.
Centre
Geo adventure trail
Waterloo Square
Lindener Berg
Christian Wyrwa

Hanover is Kioskcity

Trendy meeting place, stand-up pub, coffee stall, mini supermarket - Hanover's colourful little stalls offer everything people need.