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Architecture and history

Niedersachsen’s cultural landmarks

From the majestic castles of the Royal House of Hanover to historical towns and modern architectural masterpieces, the story of Niedersachsen can be read through its striking buildings and heritage sites. 

The architectural landscape of Niedersachsen is remarkably diverse. Here, half-timbered towns such as Celle recall the Hanseatic League golden age, imposing fortresses like Marienburg Castle reflect the splendour of the nobility and industrial complexes such as the Autostadt in Wolfsburg chart the modernisation of the 20th century.

 

Baroque garden

Royal Gardens Herrenhausen

Schloss Herrenhausen Hannover
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The artists’

Village of Worpswede

Grünes Feld
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Weser Uplands

Enchanting Seven Castles

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Niedersachsen’s towns at their finest

Experience architecture

Niedersachsen’s towns can be explored through their architecture – with impressive and informative guided tours and themed routes. You might join an expert-led tour, such as the architectural walks in Wolfsburg or Stade, or discover the cityscape at your own pace, following the architecture trail in Hanover. You’re guaranteed to be captivated by Niedersachsen’s architectural landmarks and the fascinating stories behind them!

More architectural highlights 

New Town Hall

Hanover

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Pied Piper House

Hamelin

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Happy Rizzi House

Brunswick

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Imperial Palace

Goslar

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Historic Town Hall

Lüneburg

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UNESCO-World Heritage Fagus -Werk

Alfeld

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Felix-Nussbaum-Haus

Osnabrück

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Oldenburg Castle

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Herzog August Bibliothek

Wolfenbüttel

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