Discover Lower Saxony: Fascination between history and modernity!

Discover Lower Saxony: Fascination between history and modernity!

Anyone who wants to discover the beauty and diversity of Lower Saxony now has the perfect opportunity. Lower Saxony opens the doors to a fascinating tour through several cities that offer visitors exciting contrasts between history and modernity. Whether in the vibrant state capital Hanover or in the charming one Wolfenbüttel, the cultural richness of this region is simply captivating.

The tour includes some magnificent cities: Celle, Braunschweig, Wolfenbüttel, Goslar, Göttingen, Einbeck, Hildesheim, Hameln and Wolfsburg. It is important not to forget the UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the impressive St. Michael's Church in Hildesheim and the historic city center of Goslar. The baroque Herrenhausen Gardens in Hanover are also an absolute highlight. Anyone interested in legends will be able to follow in the footsteps of the famous Pied Piper in Hamelin.

Cultural treasures at a glance

Lower Saxony offers a rich variety of cultural treasures:

• Einbeck: Faszination der Fachwerkarchitektur und eine lange Brautradition.
• Celle und Wolfenbüttel: Beeindruckendes Fachwerk und gepflegtes kulturelles Erbe.
• Braunschweig: Eine traditionsreiche Hansestadt voller Geschichte.
• Göttingen: Eine lebendige Universitätsstadt, die zum Verweilen einlädt.
• Wolfsburg: Einblicke in die Welt der Mobilität in der Autostadt.

Getting there is uncomplicated: you can come comfortably by ICE to Göttingen, Hanover, Hildesheim or Braunschweig. Alternatively, drivers have access to the well-developed roads and in particular the A7 motorway. For travelers from Switzerland, there are also direct flights from Zurich to Hanover. The region is also great to explore by bike, and thanks to the excellent public transport, the intermediate stages are very relaxed.

World heritage as a special incentive

Particular attention should be paid to the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lower Saxony. The Convention for the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, signed in 1972 by the UNESCO was passed, ensures that around 190 countries have committed themselves to protecting cultural and natural treasures. Those interested can find several of these sites in Lower Saxony, such as the impressive cathedral and the St. Michael's Church in Hildesheim, which have been part of it since 1985. Other notable sites include the Rammelsberg ore mine and the old town of Goslar, which have been a World Heritage Site since 1992.

The city of Wolfenbüttel, which was first mentioned in documents in 1118, also has a well-preserved old town that not only flows through the Oker River, but also impresses with its nickname “Little Venice”. Wolfenbüttel Castle is the second largest castle in Lower Saxony, while the impressive St. Mary's Church is considered the first major Protestant church in the world. For library lovers, the Herzog August Library is an absolute must because it houses valuable holdings, including UNESCO World Document Heritage.

Overall, it can be said that Lower Saxony, with its cultural and historical highlights as well as easy travel, is a wonderful destination for a varied short vacation. Whether you are interested in an exciting day trip or multi-day tours, everyone will find the right experience here!