Historic, lively, unique…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites, charming old towns, enchanting parks and gardens: The cities of Braunschweig, Celle, Einbeck, Göttingen, Goslar, Hamelin, Hanover, Hildesheim, and Wolfenbüttel, together with the Autostadt in Wolfsburg, are insiders’ tips for a city break in North Germany.
Braunschweig
With its rich history and big-city diversity, in Braunschweig, you can experience a lot in short distances: Cultural attractions, event highlights, and a wide range of leisure activities give the historical townscape the feel of a pulsating city. You can enjoy medieval flair even today at Castle Square, see more than 4,000 works from 3,000 years of art history in the Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum, and the versatile city centre invites you for a shopping stroll. The green oases along the inner-city river Oker offer relaxation.
Celle
Half-timbered buildings, Bauhaus, Celle palace, 24-hour art museum, regional specialities and leisurely shopping: Celle means variety with its harmonious combination of tradition and modernity. In addition to the palace with its Residence Museum, Baroque theatre and chapel, there is Europe’s largest ensemble of half-timbered houses to stroll in. Fans of modernist architecture can find the works of the architect Otto Haesler all over the city.
Einbeck
The former Hanseatic city is located in southern Lower Saxony, it’s part of the beautiful Weserbergland hills. Einbeck is home to the PS.SPEICHER and its depots, which house Europe’s biggest collection of vintage vehicles with more than 2,500 exhibits. Its city centre features many splendidly ornamented, historical half-timbered houses built over the centuries, and of course, there’s also the delicious Einbeck beer that’s been brewed here since the Middle Ages.
Göttingen
City tourists appreciate the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the lively and bustling town, where students and international visitors mingle on the picturesque streets. The combination of tradition and modernity can be found not only at the famous Georg-August University, but also all over Göttingen. The lively side streets of the charming Old Town invite visitors to shop and discover, while cosy restaurants and quaint student pubs are a great place to spend the evening hours.
Goslar
Goslar looks back on over a millennium of history and invites visitors to travel back in time through the alleyways in its historical centre, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, along with the Rammelsberg mine. Over 1500 half-timbered houses, the historic town hall with its World Heritage Site visitor centre, and a lively café and restaurant scene are a big pull for visitors. With the Harz mountains right on the doorstep, there’s also plenty on offer for nature lovers and hikers.
Hameln
Along both banks of the Weser River, nestled among the Weserbergland hills, lies Hameln. It’s right on the German Fairy Tail Route, and a shady fellow is at home here: the Pied Piper. Experience him and his magic, along with Hamelin’s incomparable historical centre with its imposing sandstone and half-timbered buildings from the 16th to 18th centuries. And its Christmas market and MusicalWinter are also a draw at the year’s end.
Hannover
Authentic, down-to-earth, relaxed – Hannover offers the perfect mix for visitors! The city centre impresses with its big-city flair. The pedestrian area is a true shoppers’ paradise, while the old town offers the chance to stroll along medieval lanes and relax on the banks of the Leine or in one of many cafes. Experience flawless garden art in the Herrenhausen Gardens.
Hildesheim
With UNESCO World Heritage and historical half-timbered houses, Hildesheim invites you to discover its diverse attractions. Only a few blocks from the historical market square, the view of the city from Lower Saxony’s highest church tower is well worth the climb. Not far from Hildesheim’s cathedral, the magnificent half-timbered district invites visitors to stroll through its old alleyways. A wide variety of events is on offer throughout the year.
Wolfenbüttel
Wolfenbüttel is known as the home of JÄGERMEISTER herbal liqueur, but did you know it’s also home to the second-largest palace in Lower Saxony? Or that the writer Gotthold Ephraim Lessing spent the last years of his life in Wolfenbüttel? No? Wolfenbüttel was the residence of the Guelph dukes for over three centuries. The historical centre with the world-renowned Duke August’s Library, Lessing’s house, and the first Protestant-built church is much as it was in Guelph days.
Autostadt in Wolfsburg
Time travel from the past to the future of mobility, a big family area, and unusual exhibits: You’ll encounter one adventure after another in Wolfsburg’s Autostadt. In addition to the ZeitHaus car museum, this automotive theme park offers interactive exhibits, educational activities for all age groups, a diverse programme of events and cultural activities, and a variety of cuisine spread over more than 28 hectares of parks and lagoons. In the park’s centre, the Volkswagen Group has a dedicated pavilion for each of its brands.
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