Travel to Hannover

Travel to Hannover

While strolling along the streets of Hannover, you may come across a red line painted on the road. You havent stumbled into some strange version of the Wizard of Oz; instead, these lines are intended for you to follow, taking visitors on a five kilometre route past some of the citys best attractions. Wandering past beautiful pre-war relics and some of the best contemporary architecture in Germany, through shady parks and stopping at inviting cafs is one of the best ways to experience Hanover.

Transportation to Hannover

Most direct flights into Hannover International Airport are from Europe, with a limited number from Asia. Trains service the airport and also link downtown Hannover with other European destinations.

What to see

One of the oldest buildings still standing after WWII is the Old Town Hall. The building took over a century to complete and therefore integrates several architectural styles. The largest collection of old buildings can be found in Hannovers Old Town, where the faades of old houses were relocated and restored during the post-war reconstruction period.

Both the architecture and the exhibits filling the building are of interest at the Sprengel Museum of Modern Art. The New Town Hall makes up for what it lacks in history, in style. In this stately structure, there is an inclined lift that takes visitors up to enjoy the views over the city. An afternoon stroll through the Herrenhuser Grten is also delightful. The gardens were modeled after those in Versailles and host the International Fireworks Competition from May to September every year.

Hannovers large pedestrian area, known as the Kropcke, is an excellent place to stroll, people-watch and shop. At Christmas, a large market is set up in the square. The Opera House is located in the same area. In recent times, Hannover has perhaps beenmost famous for the Expo 2000 grounds and Hannover Zoo.

Daytrips

The Hanover region is a great place for cyclists, horseback riders and golfers. The beautiful scenery includes Ginseng Gardens and the largest bird park in the world. The Lower Saxony ticket is a great deal, allowing for discounted travel throughout the region and on Hannover public transportation.

Activities and leisure

There are plenty of excellent beer gardens to be enjoyed in Hannover, as in the rest of Germany, but there are other options for nightlife as well. Many live music venues are concentrated near Central Station and there are plenty of places for dancing or enjoying a pint at a traditional pub. The Opera House hosts a variety of events during the year including classical music and ballet performances.

Safety issues

Hannover is a very safe city whether you are alone, on foot, using public transportation or taking a taxi at night. Tourists are occasionally targeted by pickpockets and these petty thieves often operate at large events and festivals. Be particularly cautious if you visit during Oktoberfest beer festival when you are most likely to let your guard down.