Discover Hannover
Discover Hannover
The Red Thread of Hannover
The Red Thread in Hannover, or Der Rote Faden, is a red line painted on the pavement that works as a self guided sightseeing route through the city centre. It takes you past 36 major sights over about 4.2 km, including key historic and cultural landmarks.
Attractions in the city centre
Hauptbahnhof - Central railway station
One of the most beautiful stations in Germany with an attractive shopping mall- built 1876-1879
Kröpcke
Hannover’s central square, famous for its clock, café and role as the city’s best known meeting point.
Marktkirche- Market Church
A splendid example of North German Brick Gothic style – built 1349-1359
Leineschloss palace
Once a royal residence on the River Leine, Leineschloss is now home to the Lower Saxony Parliament.
Holzmarkt
A charming square in the Old Town with historic facades and the Holzmarkt fountain.
Leibniz House
A reconstructed Renaissance house dedicated to philosopher and scientist Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz.
Anzeiger Tower
The Anzeiger-Hochhaus is a striking brick Expressionist landmark in Hannover, famous for its green dome and media history.
Nanas
![Hannover, DEU, 11.07.2015 Flohmarkt [ (c) Christian Wyrwa, Diplom-Foto-Designer (FH), Burgwedeler Str. 91D , 30916 Isernhagen (bei Hannover), Germany, E-Mail: info@wyrwa-foto.de, Tel: +49-511-3945254, Fax:+49-511-1233545, Mobil: +49-171-8340094, 7 % MwSt, St.Nr.: DE 1800903836, Bankverbindung: Konto: 900437952, BLZ 25050180, Sparkasse Hannover, IBAN: DE03250501800900437952; BIC: SPKHDE2HXXX:, Jegliche Verwendung ausserhalb einer journalistischen bedarf einer gesonderten Freigabe.Es gelten ausschließlich meine Geschäftsbedingungen (AGB). (Diese können eingesehen werden unter: http://www.wyrwa-foto.de/Wyrwa-AGB/Wyrwa_AGB.pdf ) Dieses Lichtbildwerk ist gesetzlich geschuetzt. Nachdruck, Veroeffentlichung und Verwendung nur gegen Honorar (mindestens MFM Liste 2008), Belegexemplar und Autorennennung.: "Foto: Christian Wyrwa" , www.freelens.com/clearing/, kein Modelrelease vorhanden, no modelrelease] [#0,26,121#]](https://eageget.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2026/03/Nanas_Flohmarkt-Hannover-in-der-Altstadt.jpg?w=800 "Nanas_Flohmarkt-Hannover-in-der-Altstadt")
These colourful, larger than life sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle are among Hannover’s most famous landmarks.
New Town Hall
Hannover’s landmark town hall is a castle-like building, famous for its grand dome, panoramic views and impressive interior.
Aegidien Church
The ruins of this Gothic church stand as a moving memorial to the victims of war and violence.
Maschsee Lake
Maschsee is Hannover’s scenic artificial lake, popular for walks, boat trips and relaxing by the water.
Heinz von Heiden Arena
Hannover’s main football stadium is home to Hannover 96 and one of the city’s best known sports venues.
Museums
Kunstverein Hannover
One of Germany’s oldest art associations, Kunstverein Hannover presents contemporary exhibitions in the historic Künstlerhaus.
Museum August Kestner
Discover collections from Egypt as well as exhibits from the history of design and a coin cabinet.
KUBUS
KUBUS presents contemporary art of young artists mainly from Hannover.
Worth Seeing
Erlebnis Zoo
This unique animal park shows more than 2,000 animals in exciting theme worlds.
SEA LIFE Hannover
Experience a fascinating underwater trip through all rivers and oceans in the world.
Landesmuseum
Discover five different collections in 3 entertaining exhibition zones.
Attractions in the city centre
Hauptbahnhof - Central railway station
One of the most beautiful stations in Germany with an attractive shopping mall- built 1876-1879
Kröpcke
Hannover’s central square, famous for its clock, café and role as the city’s best known meeting point.
Marktkirche- Market Church
A splendid example of North German Brick Gothic style – built 1349-1359
Leineschloss palace
Once a royal residence on the River Leine, Leineschloss is now home to the Lower Saxony Parliament.
Holzmarkt
A charming square in the Old Town with historic facades and the Holzmarkt fountain.
Leibniz House
A reconstructed Renaissance house dedicated to philosopher and scientist Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz.
Anzeiger Tower
The Anzeiger-Hochhaus is a striking brick Expressionist landmark in Hannover, famous for its green dome and media history.
Nanas
These colourful, larger than life sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle are among Hannover’s most famous landmarks.
New Town Hall
Hannover’s landmark town hall is a castle-like building, famous for its grand dome, panoramic views and impressive interior.
Aegidien Church
The ruins of this Gothic church stand as a moving memorial to the victims of war and violence.
Maschsee Lake
Maschsee is Hannover’s scenic artificial lake, popular for walks, boat trips and relaxing by the water.
Heinz von Heiden Arena
Hannover’s main football stadium is home to Hannover 96 and one of the city’s best known sports venues.
Museums
Kunstverein Hannover
One of Germany’s oldest art associations, Kunstverein Hannover presents contemporary exhibitions in the historic Künstlerhaus.
Museum August Kestner
Discover collections from Egypt as well as exhibits from the history of design and a coin cabinet.
KUBUS
KUBUS presents contemporary art of young artists mainly from Hannover.
Worth seeing
Erlebnis Zoo
This unique animal park shows more than 2,000 animals in exciting theme worlds.
SEA LIFE Hannover
Experience a fascinating underwater trip through all rivers and oceans in the world.
Landesmuseum
Discover five different collections in 3 entertaining exhibition zones.
Discover Goslar
UNESCO World Heritage city
If you’re planning to spend a little more time in the region, Goslar is well worth a visit.
Located just one hour from Hannover, this UNESCO World Heritage city offers a glimpse into Germany’s medieval past. Wander through its charming Old Town, lined with cobbled streets and beautifully preserved half timbered houses, visit the impressive Imperial Palace, or explore the historic Rammelsberg Mine.
Surrounded by the Harz Mountains, Goslar is an easy and rewarding day trip before or after GET2026, combining history, culture and scenic surroundings in one unforgettable destination.
![[ (c) Christian Wyrwa, Diplom-Foto-Designer (FH), Burgwedeler Str. 91D , 30916 Isernhagen (bei Hannover), Germany, E-Mail: info@wyrwa-foto.de, Tel: +49-511-3945254, Fax:+49-511-1233545, Mobil: +49-171-8340094, 7 % MwSt, St.Nr.: DE 1800903836, Bankverbindung: Konto: 900437952, BLZ 25050180, Sparkasse Hannover, IBAN: DE03250501800900437952; BIC: SPKHDE2HXXX:, Jegliche Verwendung ausserhalb einer journalistischen bedarf einer gesonderten Freigabe.Es gelten ausschließlich meine Geschäftsbedingungen (AGB). (Diese können eingesehen werden unter: http://www.wyrwa-foto.de/Wyrwa-AGB/Wyrwa_AGB.pdf ) Dieses Lichtbildwerk ist gesetzlich geschuetzt. Nachdruck, Veroeffentlichung und Verwendung nur gegen Honorar (mindestens MFM Liste 2008), Belegexemplar und Autorennennung.: "Foto: Christian Wyrwa" , www.freelens.com/clearing/, kein Modelrelease vorhanden, no modelrelease] [#0,26,121#]](https://eageget.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2024/02/Radfahren-in-den-Herrenhauser-Garten_c_HMTG.jpg?w=800)
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![Picknick am Maschsee, [C] HMTG](https://eageget.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/12/Picknick-am-Maschsee_c_HMTG.jpg?w=800)
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![Hannover, Artenvielfalt
[ (c) Christian Wyrwa, Burgwedeler Str. 91D , 30916 Iserhagen (bei Hannover), Germany, E-Mail: info@wyrwa-foto.de, Tel: +49-511-3945254, Fax:+49-511-1233545, Mobil: +49-171-8340094, 7 % MwSt, St.Nr.: DE180903836, Bankverbindung: Konto: 900437952, BLZ 25050180, Sparkasse Hannover, IBAN: DE43250501800020068336; BIC: SPKHDE2HXXX:, Jegliche Verwendung ausserhalb einer journalistischen bedarf einer gesonderten Freigabe.Es gelten ausschließlich meine Geschäftsbedingungen (AGB). (Diese können eingesehen werden unter: http://www.wyrwa-foto.de/Wyrwa-AGB/Wyrwa_AGB.pdf ) Dieses Lichtbildwerk ist gesetzlich geschuetzt. Nachdruck, Veroeffentlichung und Verwendung nur gegen Honorar (mindestens MFM Liste 2010), Belegexemplar und Autorennennung.: "Foto: Christian Wyrwa" , www.freelens.com/clearing/, kein Modelrelease vorhanden, no modelrelease] [130,26,12113]](https://eageget.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2025/12/Paddeln-in-der-Urlaubsregion_c_HMTG.jpg?w=800)
