Must-Do Activities in Hannover

10 Things You Must Do in Hannover

Here are 10 things everyone should do at least once in Hannover.

Pedal boating on Lake Maschsee, drinking Hannover’s iconic drink, “limmern,” going to the flea market, and meeting up at “Unterm Schwanz”—these are all quintessential Hannover activities—but have you tried them yet? Here are 10 things everyone should definitely do at least once in Hannover:

Hanoverian specialty

Drink Lüttje Lage

Everyone should try it at least once: Hanover’s iconic drink, Lüttje Lage. It involves drinking beer and schnapps at the same time from two separate glasses.

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Maritime flair in the middle of the city

Celebrate, relax, and stay active at Maschsee

Whether it's the Maschsee Festival, a walk around the lake, strolling along the lakeshore, or going for a pedal boat ride—the Maschsee is a hotspot at any time of year.

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City tour on your own

Follow the red thread

Everyone should know them: the sights of Hannover. You can explore them on a walking tour along the Red Thread.

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Herrenhausen Gardens

Doing a photo shoot in front of the garden splendor

In the Great Garden and the Mountain Garden, plants and flowers are at their most beautiful—the perfect spot for an outdoor photo shoot.

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Christmas Markets in Hannover

Enjoy Christmas treats

Mulled wine, crêpes, lard cake, mushrooms, Baumstriezel and more can be found at the Christmas markets in the city - can you try them all?

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Dome driveway in the New Town Hall

Experience Hannover from above

The New City Hall takes you to new heights: From the dome, you’ll have a breathtaking view of all of Hannover. Can you spot your favorite spots?

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Meeting points in the city

Arrange to meet at the iconic meeting points

"Unterm Schwanz", "an der Uhr", Aegi, Podbi and so on - do you already know all the abbreviations and meeting points?

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Hanover, the Exhibition City

Attending an expo or trade show

It’s no coincidence that Hannover is also known as the “Trade Fair City.” With so much to offer, everyone should visit a trade fair at the Expo grounds at least once.

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