Hannover
Hannover's city center - between the Central Train Station, the old town by the river, the Steintor in the east and the Aegidientor to the west. This area has been reconstructed after World War II – but it was done with great love and respect for history.
Old City -
Marktkirche - This is the largest church in Hannover's old town, built in the northern German Gothic style. The church has glowing stained glass windows; outside a dramatic bronze statue of Martin Luther. In December, kids will enjoy the large Christmas market around the church, with shops, lights, arts and crafts, Father Christmas, and holiday food.
Niedersachsische Landesmuseum - This city museum has everything from 1,000 years
of art (including Rembrandt and Albrecht Durer) to Stone Age archaeological exhibits
to natural history exhibits and an aquarium. Historische Museum - This museum covers 750 years of Hannover's history with periods separated on different floors.You'll see royal coaches, flags, costumes and medals. The second floor is all about the rural life of Niedersachsen, with models of farm houses, agricultural equipment and traditional costumes.The Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) at Tramplatz - Check out four scale models
of the city on permanent display: Middle Ages, pre-WWII , WWII, and
current. Ride
the elevator to top of the dome, where you can see far and wide
across the city to the Harz Mountains.
Maschpark and Maschsee - Next to the New Town Hall is a park area with a large artificial lake, the Maschsee. Rent a pedal boat and go out on the lake, take a cruise in a little steamer, wade in the water on the edges of a sandy beach, or relax in one of the many cafes.
