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Recreation & Leisure

In our public book exchange library, you will find the perfect book to help you escape from everyday life. Our Kicker and Relax Lounge offers a variety of leisure activities to end an eventful day in a relaxing way. Directly behind the hotel begins an extensive recreational area at Lake Altwarmbüchen, featuring idyllic walking paths through forests and meadows. The swimming lake is only about one kilometer away, and a public indoor pool can be reached conveniently after just three tram stops. For active guests, a jogging trail around the hotel and complimentary bicycle rental are also available. You can also get outdoor games like Viking Chess, Ladder Golf, and badminton.

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Leisure tips

Welcome to Hanover, a city that uniquely combines culture, nature, and an urban quality of life. A diverse array of museums, impressive architecture, renowned events, and numerous concerts and festivals offer a wide variety of experiences throughout the year.

Visitors to Hannover quickly discover the city’s many extraordinary facets. A special highlight is the slanted glass elevator in the New City Hall, which takes visitors to the observation deck in a unique way. Equally impressive is the Eilenriede, one of Europe’s largest inner-city forests, which invites visitors to take long walks and enjoy relaxing moments in nature. Many of these sights can be easily explored along the “Roter Faden” , a 4.2-kilometer circular route that leads to a total of 36 attractions in the city center.

Nature lovers will also find plenty to enjoy in Hanover. The “Grüner Ring” offers ideal conditions for bike tours around the city, while the Leine River is perfect for relaxing canoe trips. The „Maschsee“ is a popular spot for walks, sports activities, and relaxing moments by the water.

Whether it’s a business trip, a city break, or a family vacation, Hanover is a nice city for every visitor. The Best Western Premier Parkhotel Kronsberg offers comfortable accommodations and is the ideal starting point for discovering this diverse city.

View over Hanover with Maschsee lake, green park and city under blue sky
New Town Hall Hanover by Maschpark with pond and blue sky
View from canoe on calm river, surrounded by dense green forest under blue sky

Being active in nature

The „Grüne Ring“ which is about 160 kilometers long, connects Hanover with its surrounding area and winds through varied landscapes featuring fields, meadows, villages, and river floodplains. In addition, canoe trips on the Leine River offer a relaxing way to experience the city from a new perspective.

Please feel free to contact our front desk for more information.

Herrenhäuser Gärten

The „Herrenhäuser Gärten“ are among the most significant Baroque gardens in Europe. At their heart lies the Great Garden, which was created in 1676 under Electress Sophie of the Palatinate and is one of the oldest of its kind in Germany. Elaborately designed flower beds, water features, and expansive parklands combine relaxation with impressive garden artistry.

You can find all the information here: www.herrenhaeuser-gaerten.hannover.de

Golden gate with view of baroque palace and gardens under blue sky
Sailboats on lake in front of Hanover New Town Hall under blue sky

Lake Maschsee and Maschpark

The „Maschsee“ and the adjacent „Maschpark“ form a popular recreational area in the heart of Hanover. The centrally located lake is surrounded by green spaces and paths and is ideal for walks and water sports. Every summer, the „Maschseefest“ attracts millions of visitors with its numerous booths and stages along the shore. Right next to it lies „Maschpark“, which stretches all the way to City Hall with its striking dome and combines the natural environment with urban architecture.

Hanover's Old Town

Hanover’s Old Town forms the historic center of the city and charms visitors with its narrow alleys, lovingly restored half-timbered houses, and inviting squares. The area around the Marktkirche and the Old Town Hall offers a particularly vivid glimpse into the city’s history. Complemented by small cafés, restaurants, and shops, it creates a lively neighborhood that blends historic charm with modern city life.

Half-timbered houses along busy old town street with cafés and tower in background
Illuminated opera house at night with columns, arches and empty square in front

Cultural Diversity in Hanover: Experience Opera, Museums, and Art

Hanover brings together music, theater, and art in a variety of ways. The Hanover State Opera is known for grand operas, while the Schauspiel Hannover is known for modern theater, complemented by numerous other stages and independent ensembles.

Museums showcase art ranging from classical to contemporary and feature rotating exhibitions. Numerous sculptures, installations, and street art also transform the city into an open-air gallery.

Please feel free to contact our front desk for more information.

City forest Eilenriede

The „Eilenriede“ is one of the largest urban forests in Europe and is even larger in area than Central Park. It offers a wide range of opportunities for recreation, exercise, and nature observation, while also serving as a valuable habitat for numerous animal and plant species. These offerings are complemented by trails, playgrounds, restaurants, and sports facilities, which allow visitors to experience the forest in many different ways.

Aerial view of dense city forest with green canopy and skyline on horizon
Zoo boat ride among flamingos on a pond, surrounded by lush vegetation

Hanover Zoo

The „Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover“ is one of the most visited attractions in northern Germany and offers an innovative concept that combines a zoo with a theme park. Instead of traditional enclosures, visitors can explore intricately designed areas such as the African savanna, the Indian Jungle Palace, and Yukon Bay, where the animals live in species-appropriate environments. The experience is complemented by shows, boat rides, and interactive activities that combine entertainment with education and species conservation.

Please feel free to contact our front desk for more information.