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
Holocaust memorial Opernplatz
The Holocaust Memorial on Opernplatz in Hanover has been a central place of remembrance for the Jewish victims of National Socialism in Hanover since 1994.
Centre
Herrenhausen Palace – Lars Gerhardts – 4 scaled – 1
Museums, galleries & art galleries , Sightseeing
Herrenhausen Palace Museum
With Herrenhausen Palace, which is used as a scientific conference centre and museum, the Herrenhausen Gardens have regained their architectural point of reference.
Herrenhausen
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Region , Sightseeing
Hanoverian moorland
To the north-west of the city is the Hannoversche Moorgeest, which consists of seven moors. The nature reserve is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists in the Hanover region.
Hanover Region
Market Church
Sightseeing
Market Church
The Marktkirche Hanover impresses with its 97 metre high tower and is a Gothic landmark in the heart of the old town.
Centre
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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
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
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Region , Sightseeing
Bison enclosure Springe
Over 300 native animal species can be discovered in the bison enclosure in Springe. Particular visitor favourites are the brown bears, bison and wolves - all of which find a species-appropriate home here.
Hanover Region
Region , Sightseeing
St Pancratius Church
St Pancratius Church
Hanover Region
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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
Region , Sightseeing
Klages farm, Bilm
Klages farm, Bilm
Hanover Region
Opera Hanover Hans Zaglitsch without piano
Sightseeing
Opera Square
The Opernplatz in front of the State Opera is a popular place where young people and culture fans like to meet: here you will find a cool mix of culture and city life in the centre of Hanover.
Centre
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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
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Sightseeing
Christ Church
The Christuskirche in Hanover impresses with its neo-Gothic architecture and is now an international centre for choral music.
Northern city
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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
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Sightseeing
Old town hall
The Old Town Hall is an architectural highlight of Hanover's historic city centre - together with the Marktkirche, it is considered the southernmost showpiece of North German brick Gothic architecture.
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
Hans Zaglitsch
Sightseeing
Kröpcke
The Kröpcke: Hanover's central meeting point where main roads intersect. The Kröpcke clock and the largest city railway station characterise this lively place. Welcome to the vibrant Kröpcke!
Centre
Sightseeing
St Nicolai Church
St Nicolai Church
Bothfeld
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Sightseeing
Ihme Centre
The Ihme Centre in Hanover is a striking high-rise complex from the 1970s. Originally conceived as an urban development project, it houses flats, offices and shopping facilities.
Linden centre
Maschsee
St Nicolai Church
Waterloo Square
Christian Wyrwa

Hanover is Kioskcity

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