Our Eilenriede recreational area, covering 640 hectares, is the largest urban forest in Europe.

 

The Eilenriede shapes the cityscape as a green lung and a unique natural space within the urban environment. Extensive trails, old groves of trees, and quiet clearings invite visitors to take a walk, go for a jog, or simply unwind. At the same time, our city forest fulfills an important ecological function and makes Hannover a city where nature, recreation, and urban life naturally go hand in hand.

The forest in the middle of the city

Eilenriede

640 hectares of city forest form Hannover's green lung in the middle of the city.

Experience nature

Gardens, parks and zoo

Here you'll find a quick overview of the highlights of Hannover's gardens, parks, and zoo...

Discover Hanover

The Green Thread Hannover

Follow the Green Thread through Hanover and discover 21 unique gardens and parks.

Tourist highlight

The Herrenhäuser Gardens

Famous baroque gardens with magnificent water features and historic gardens.

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