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and cosmopolitan, something that belies its long and rather fascinating history. First mentions of it date back to the 11th century and, since 1636, it has been the seat of Electorate of Brunswick-Lüneburg, later known as Kingdom of Hannover. A strong and independent state, in the second half of the 19th century
it was incorporated into Prussia and enjoyed a reputation as a grand, regal city. But for a glimpse of its past, you need to visit the new. The Town Hall not only has far-reaching views from its dome, accessed by a sloping elevator, but four diff erent scale models of the city charting the changes throughout the ages. The models replicate in great detail the city as it was in 1689, 1939, 1945, and 2000. And there lies its fascination. This is not a typical European city; one that boasts beautiful, centuries-old buildings and historic landmarks. Even the Old City – or Altstadt- is considered “new”. It does, however, enjoy vast areas of green, with parks and forests marking out large areas of its mainly fl at landscape and the river Leine meanders its way through the city. The Eilenriede’s sheer size makes it one of the largest connected city forests in Europe, blessed with acres of oak and beech woodland interspersed with lawns, water features and playgrounds. Before it opened to the public in the 19th century, the park was a managed forest, producing timber for 600 years.
HOW TO BE ON TIME - MEET UNDER THE CLOCK But for any fl eeting visitor wanting a comprehensive view, their itinerary would, ideally, include: Kröpcke, a large pedestrian area in the heart of the city. It’s where all the serious shopping is done, home to the Opera house and an area awash with places to eat. This is also where you’ll fi nd the main station in the Hannover
Stadtbahn network. All Stadtbahn lines except the 10 and 17, call at the station which is also the main interchange point for the network. There is even a big green clock – the KröpckeUhr - which serves as an
FACT Its acres of oak and beech woodland, with its lawns,
water features and playgrounds, make The Eilenriede one of the largest connected city forests in Europe
ideal meeting point, along with the statue of Ernst-August. The clock is in the middle of an eponymous pedestrian zone at the intersection of Georgstraße and Bahnhofstraße. It’s not just a landmark; more a rare piece of Classical design in a modern part of the city, dating back to 1885 and named after the Café Kröpcke, which sits just behind it. On a wider level, Castle Marienburg,
ITS MODERN ZOO IS CONSIDERED ONE OF THE BEST IN EUROPE
20km to the south is considered one of the most important neo-Gothic historical buildings in Germany, taking visitors back to the days of a typical Hannoverian court; its turrets dominating the rolling hills of the Leine valley. Its modern zoo one of the best in
Europe, comprehensively dividing some 2,000 animals from all over the world, all living in six special areas. Its Sea Life centre even boasts its own rainforest. Among the most famous tourist spots are the baroque gardens of Herrenhausen, created in the 17th century to mirror the Versailles Garden in France, a visitor staple in the summer but its beauty is still evident in the winter. It’s notable for another French
connection: a glimmering cave decorated by Niki de Saint Phalle whose work is evident
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