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Palaces, castles, monasteries

Amid rolling hills, idyllic monasteries, and impressive castles, the Hanover region brings history to life in a truly captivating way. Discover magnificent castles, medieval fortresses, and centuries-old monasteries that blend culture, nature, and unique excursion experiences. Marienburg Castle, Loccum Monastery, and Wilhelmstein Fortress are among the region’s most famous historical landmarks.

Here, we've put together a list of the highlights—the most beautiful monasteries, castles, and palaces in the Hanover region—just for you.

Aerial view of an island

Museum

Wilhelmstein Fortress

The Wilhelmstein Fortress on the island of the same name in the Steinhuder Meer is now home to a museum...

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View from a park of a building with steps and driveway

Tips and information

Hunting Lodge Springe/Saupark

The hunting lodge (with the museum Natur-Jagd-Kultur and concerts inside) and the Saupark...

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Marienburg Castle

Fairytale castle

Marienburg Castle

Let yourself be enchanted and immersed in the courtly life of the 19th century during a visit to...

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Historical excursion destination: the Calenberg fortress

Excursion destination

The Calenberg Fortress

A relic from the Middle Ages: the ruins of Calenberg Castle in Pattensen.

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Burgdorf Castle

Tips and information

Burgdorf Castle

Burgdorf Castle is one of the most beautiful half-timbered buildings in the city.

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Old building

Culture meets history

Landestrost Palace

History and sponsor of the castle, culture in the castle, archive of the Hannover Region.

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The Barsinghausen Monastery, built of sandstone, is surrounded by a blooming garden filled with colorful flowers and green trees.

Historic buildings

The Calenberg monasteries

The five monasteries in the former principality of Calenberg were founded at the beginning of the 13th century...

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Flowers in front of a monastery

Historic building

Loccum Monastery

The Loccum Monastery, built in 1163, is still the most important Cistercian monastery in...

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Lake Steinhude

Discover destinations in the surrounding area

Excursion destinations in the region

Hanover Vacation Region – Discover nature, culture, and a variety of outdoor activities.

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Cycling in the Deister

Local recreation

Active through the Hannover Region

Here you will find tips for hiking, cycling, water sports, golfing, climbing, skating and much more.

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All information, all tips

Hanover vacation region

Discover special excursion destinations and beautiful landscapes in the Hanover region.

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