Routes Europe 2019
Hannover, Germany
• 8 – 10 April 2019
Surrounding Region
Discover the surrounding region of Hannover. Sail over Lake Steinhude, relax to the sound of twittering birds as you walk over the Deister Hills, let yourself be enchanted by the fairy-tale Marienburg Castle or visit one of the numerous historical cities in Lower Saxony.
Lake Steinhude
Photograph by Christian Wyrwa
The largest lake in Lower Saxony, Lake Steinhude is a popular place for yachting, surfing, kitesurfing, swimming and sunbathing. Tourists can hire an “Auswanderer”, one of Germany's traditional sailing boats, and visit the island of Wilhelmstein. Observation platforms along the 35km path surrounding the lake offer fantastic panoramas.
Marienburg Castle
Photograph by Patrice Kunte
A fairy-tale castle perched on a hilltop near the town of Pattensen, Marienburg Castle was the last summer residence of the Guelph Kings of Hannover. The splendid neo-gothic palace was built by King George V in the mid-19th century as a gift to his wife Mary.
The Deister
Photograph by Christian Wyrwa
Germany’s northernmost highlands range, the Deister, is situated 30km south-west of Hannover. The range offers amazing walks at up to 405m above sea level, as well as picturesque picnic spots and rustic pubs. The location is popular in particular with mountain bikers who delight in the challenging downhill trails.
Lower Saxony Cities
Photograph by Marek Kruszewski
Braunschweig, Celle, Göttingen, Goslar, Hameln, Hannover, Hildesheim, Lüneburg and Wolfenbüttel offer together with the Autostadt in Wolfsburg a fantastic choice of combinations for amazing excursion programs. Discover UNESCO world heritage sites, medieval city centres and traditional events.