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.
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.