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In the Footsteps of the Guelphs in Hanover

Follow in the footsteps of the Guelphs in Hanover. Marienburg Castle, the Herrenhausen Gardens, and much more—there are numerous traces of Hanover’s past as the Guelph capital.

Traveling in the footsteps of the Guelphs

The Guelphs and Hanover

From 1636 to 1866, Hanover was the capital of the House of Welf.

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The Guelphs and Hanover
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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Herrenhausen Palace front view

Conference center and museum

Herrenhausen Palace

Baroque treasures and famous personalities from Hanover's history.

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Large garden with Herrenhausen Palace

Tourist highlight

The Herrenhäuser Gardens

Famous baroque gardens with magnificent water features and historic gardens.

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Rear of the Leineschloss on the Hohe Ufer.

Place of interest

Linen castle

Formerly the residence of kings, today the Lower Saxony state parliament.

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Several cars are parked in front of a castle-like building.

Place of interest

Guelph Castle

The castle that was never used as a castle.

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The imposing yellow-painted princely house from the outside.

Place of interest

Princely House

The Princely House is located not far from the Great Garden.

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