niedersachsen inspires. - pictorial journey through the state

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Niedersachseninspires.


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Welcome to theregion of diversity.


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The perfect Niedersachsenfor everybody.

There is not just one Niedersachsen. The federal state in thenorth of Germany was founded on the former territories ofnumerous princedoms and kingdoms and is made up of the mostdifferent regions, landscapes and areas of unspoiled nature.

This variety constitutes the appeal of Niedersachsen as aholiday destination: from rough coasts to urban shoppingmetropolises to high mountains, here you will find everythingyour heart desires.

The endless beaches of the North Sea or the East Frisian Islands,the ancient cultural landscapes of the Lneburger Heide or theuntouched and wild Harz mountains, the magical, romanticWeserbergland or the urban landscapes of Niedersachsen there is a suitable travel destination for everyone!

Boundless opportunities of designing your holiday arewaiting here for you. Starting with active holidays spenthiking, cycling or golfing, to holiday offers for the wholefamily to luxurious gourmet trips.

Join us on a journey through the regions of this wonderfulfederal s tate. To its people and towns, its castles andtheatres, its beaches and rivers, the recreation areas andso on and so on ...

We are presenting our federal state in all its splendour onthe following pages and taking you on a trip through theseasons. Be inspired and find your personal Niedersachsen.

Welcome!

Which time of the year do youprefer for discovering the federalstate of diversity? Find out: inthis inspiring booklet and on

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SpringA flourishing holidaydestination: be charmed bythe spring in Niedersachsen.

magnificenthistoricBeautiful and beautifully old:although it is already more thana thousand years old, year after

year, the rose bush at the historicCultural Heritage Sight of Hildes-heim Cathedral blossoms anew.

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magnificenthistoricReally typical! The quaint Nieder-sachsen houseswith their uniquegable decoration still shape theimage of many villages, say in theLneburger Heide.

14 15activenaturalCycling through great naturallandscapes this is also possiblewithout any mountains. And manysay it is even better, for examplealong one of the numerous bicyclehiking routes.

magnificentlordlyBarocknRoll: at the ClemenswerthCastle everything revolves aroundthe central construction, because,in accordance with the times,the property was built in perfectsymmetry.

16 17activenaturalOn the golf course. Greens ofevery level of difficulty and in anylandscape are waiting for you.Are you curious? You will findmore information on our websitewww.golfland-niedersachsen.com

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magnificenthistoricMany things are close by inNiedersachsen. And close to oneanother: for example the residentialcity of Celle and the romantichalf-timbered villages along theGerman Framework Road.

familialeventfulMore Bronze Age for the family:accessible history to be discoveredin the County of Bentheim.

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magnificenthistoricIn Niedersachsen you will experi-ence our states eventful history.The Michaels Church in Hildes-heim is registered as a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site since 1985.

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eventfulmagicalThe Harz mountains are a verypopular destination not only forwitches celebrating a jamboreeon Walpurgis Night.

magicalhistoricThe Pied Piper of Hameln has notlost any of his charm and stillabducts day after day the visitorsof the beautiful town on the Weser.

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hospitablemagnificentInto the garden! To the glamourousgarden festival at the IppenburgCastle. Or to admire the plants all

year round.

30 31delicioushistoricThe national dish and deliciousexport hit: the world famousasparagus from Niedersachsen.

32 33familialnaturalHanoverian or Oldenburger,everyone has to start from scratchsome time. Just like our worldfamous horses.

familialnaturalCounting sheep again ... orstroking or cuddling or the like.During a short trip to the Osna-brcker Land, to the IppenburgCastle for example.

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magnificentnaturalNaturally,Niedersachsen has alot to offer! For example at the timewhen the rape fields are in fullbloom, when the whole Braun-schweiger Land shines in the bright

yellow of this agricultural crop.

39activenaturalCanopied beach chair or sportshotel Decide yourself howactively you would like to spend

your holidays.SummerLaze around in the sunsomewhere else. However,you dont have to.

4 0 41hospitablerelaxingMore than sand on the shore: theendless beaches of Ostfriesland withits islands and the North Sea coast.

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activefamilialPlenty of fresh air is the bestingredient for kiteflying on oneof the numerous beaches of theNorth Sea coast.

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relaxingnaturalIn the sun or in the North Sea,our coast is exactly the right thingfor everyone who enjoys bathing.

4 8 49hospitablerelaxingFirst class recreation with a viewonto the sea, like here at the HotelSeesteg on the island of Norderney.

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activefamilialWalking on the ground of the sea.Where could this be possible? Inthe Wadden Sea of Niedersachsen!

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delicioushistoricA handmade treat: freshly smokedeel from the Zwischenahn sea.

delicioushospitableMore the harsh taste in the north,smooth in the south: Our beers areas diverse as the regions they arebrewed in. Taste the difference!For example at one of the farmcafs of Niedersachsen.

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magnificentfamilialWe suggest a nooner. At bestwith the whole family and atthe time of the Heath blossom.A dream in purple.

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magnificentnaturalThere is no need to turn red. Thefarmers of Niedersachsen haverediscovered the blue poppy.

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magicalnaturalIts not a fairytale! Ourwoodsarereallyenchanting. And thatswhy they also inspired the GrimmBrothers.

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activenaturalFast moving in the Harz mountains.For example while rafting in thecanyons of the O

ker.

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eventfulnaturalAgainst time. And anti-clockwise.During the horse racing week atBad Harzburg the track turns left.

eventfulnaturalGo on a safari! At the HannoverAdventure-Zoo, the VogelParkWalsrode(biggest birdpark inthe world) or the Serengeti ParkHodenhagen for example.

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activenaturalFor climbers: you will find fantasticclimbing routes for example in theHarz mountains.

culturallordlySwotting can be that pleasant:Today, the idyllic Dornum Castlenear Aurich is a school.

70 71culturalhistoricPlease, doctor! After successfulgraduation, its a students traditionto kiss the landmark of Gttingen:the Gnseliesel-statue, known asthe most kissed girl in the world.

magnificentlordlyEverything paid for in cash!Today, the Hannover citizens arestill as proud as they are of theirNew Town Hall.

20 21relaxingnaturalClose to the water: find your placefor dreaming on the campsiteIrenensee in the Lneburger Heide.

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activenaturalHiking tracks from hard to easy areawaiting walkers fascinated by theoutdoors between the Weserberg-land and the Harz mountains.

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magnificenthistoricA good reason to visit a monastery:breathtaking brick architecturein Wienhausen near Celle.

culturaleventfulCurtains up for the pleasureof culture: The State Opera ofHannover is one of the republicsmost renowned houses.

24 25culturaleventfulReally moving: the ballet of theState Theatre Braunschweig isonly one example of the richnessin culture in the north.

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lordlyculturalEnjoy yourselves like kings andqueens at the Royal Gardens ofHerrenhausen in Hannover, forinstance during the event LittleFestival in the Great Garden.

74 75eventfulmagnificentPraise to Joy: International Fire-works Competition at the RoyalGardens of Herrenhausen.

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naturalhistoricThelemon of the north, thevitamin-packed seabuckthorn,is our little secret for a delightfulautumn without any colds.

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d golden forests,magical landscapesand stormy waves.

80 81relaxinglordlyBreathe and recharge yourbatteries. The Bad Pyrmont spagardens are especially beautifulin the clear autumn air.

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delicioushistoricCrisp to sour to juicy and sweet,everybody will find the right sortduring the apple crop at StadeCounty(Altes Land ).

84 85magnificentlordlyA small birthday present byGeorge V of Hannover to hiswife Marie: Marienburg Castlenear Hannover.

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lordlyhistoricBetter living the Niedersachsenway: the chapel andchimney roomat the fairy tale Marienburg Castle.

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relaxinghospitableCalm down far up north: a holidayat the Hotel Seesteg on the islandof Norderney, or hay spa at BadLauterberg.

92 93culturalhistoricNothing works without the tea war-mer. In Ostfriesland the traditionaltea warmers are still hand-made.

eventfulfamilialEverything was better in the past.This is why we enjoy revivinghistory, for example on theMedieval Market in Ostfriesland.

94 95activenaturalWe as citizens of Niedersachsenare lucky to be so storm-resistantand earthbound. This makes usenjoy the autumn storms at theNorth Sea coast

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culturalmagnificentA smooth trip on the ship. And all sright with the world in the harbourof Greetsiel.

98 99naturalrelaxingSilence is golden. Just like theautumn in Emsland where the peaceis only disturbed by the rustling ofthe leaves and the gentle brawlingof the water.

delicioushistoricA must for savourers: curly kaleafter the first frost is a culinaryinsiders tip.

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magnificenthistoricFrom here, the German emperorscontrolled the fate of the empirealready 1000 years ago. Today,the Imperial Palace (Kaiserpfalz)in Goslar is a UNES

COWorldHeritage Site.

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magicalactiveJust follow your nose. In theautumn haze our forests smellespecially nice.

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hospitableeventfulIn direct vicinity to the Volkswagenplant, the Autostadt fascinatesthousands of visitors day after dayand provides a luxurious hotelatmosphere at The Ritz-Carlton.

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activefamilialSliding all over the place winterafter winter, the Harz mountainsoffer a lot of snow. And winter funfor the whole family.

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magnificentnaturalThe cold time of the year magicallyturns the water reservoirs of Nieder-sachsen into a winter wonderland:the Oker Dam for example.

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activenaturalThe only way is up! With theWurmberg cable car to the down-hill slopes of the Harz mountains.

112 113activenaturalGo in for sports in the scurry ofsnow: cross-country skiing throughthe snow-covered Harz woods.

lordlymagicalWhen it snows, the Royal Gardensof Herrenhausen turn into anenchanted park.

114 115magnificentdeliciousAt the restaurant of the WolfenbttelCastle in the heart of the pictu-resque half-timbered town, visitorsare able to dine in a lordly way.

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hospitabledeliciousThe gut feeling counts! A mundanetop gastronomy is waiting for youall over Niedersachsen, like here inHannover in a historic atmosphere.

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delicioushistoricExactly to your taste. At the luxu-rious Ritz-Carlton in Wolfsburg orthe liquor tasting in Wltingerode.

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relaxinghospitableSimply relax or enjoy in a rathercomfortable way. Here in Nieder-sachsen, you can have everything.

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naturalhistoricEnchanting places: on the islandof Norderneythe remains of theold jetty tell a st ory of the force ofBlanker Hans (fierce North Sea ).They remind of the islands goldenage during the Wilhelmine era.

124 125relaxinghospitableRelaxing in the far eastern wayis also possible far up north. Howabout a spa trip t o OsnabrckerLand for example?

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relaxingactiveThis will make you want to stay inthe water for longer: the numerousthermal baths, adventure pools andsauna facilities of Niedersachsenare inviting you to dream and relax.

128 129 130 131activeeventfulIce skates instead of winter tires:at Christmas time, the Autostadt inWolfsburg turns into a sparklingholiday destination which reviveschildhood memories.

eventfulculturalIn Gttingen, the traditionalChristmas market makes grownupsand childrens eyes shine.

132 133historicfamilialMerry Christmas to all the fansof Niedersachsen: Why dont youspend the holidays with us?

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hospitableeventfulAs you can see, we have a lot tooffer. Welcome to Niedersachsen.

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SpringA flourishing holiday

destination: be charmed bythe spring in Niedersachsen.

magnificent historicBeautiful and beautifully old:although it is already more thana thousand years old, year after

year, the rose bush at the historicCultural Heritage Sight of Hildes-heim Cathedral blossoms anew.


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magnificent historicReally typical! The quaint Nieder-sachsen houses with their uniquegable decoration still shape theimage of many villages, say in theLneburger Heide.


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16 17active naturalOn the golf course. Greens ofevery level of difficulty and in anylandscape are waiting for you.Are you curious ? You will findmore information on our websitewww.golfland-niedersachsen.com


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magnificent historicMany things are close by inNiedersachsen. And close to oneanother: for example the residentialcity of Celle and the romantichalf- timbered villages along theGerman Framework Road.

familial eventfulMore Bronze Age for the family:accessible history to be discoveredin the County of Bentheim.


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20 21relaxing naturalClose to the water: find your placefor dreaming on the campsiteIrenensee in the Lneburger Heide.


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magnificent historicA good reason to visit a monastery:breathtaking brick architecturein Wienhausen near Celle.

cultural eventfulCurtains up for the pleasureof culture: The State Opera ofHannover is one of the republicsmost renowned houses.


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24 25cultural eventfulReally moving: the ballet of theState Theatre Braunschweig isonly one example of the richnessin culture in the north.


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eventful magicalThe Harz mountains are a verypopular destination not only forwitches celebrating a jamboreeon Walpurgis Night.

magical historicThe Pied Piper of Hameln has notlost any of his charm and stillabducts day after day the visitorsof the beautiful town on the Weser.


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hospitable magnificentInto the garden! To the glamourousgarden festival at the IppenburgCastle. Or to admire the plants allyear round.


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30 31delicious historicThe national dish and deliciousexport hit: the world famousasparagus f rom Niedersachsen.


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32 33familial naturalHanoverian or Oldenburger,everyone has to start from scratchsome time. Just like our worldfamous horses.

familial naturalCounting sheep again ... orstroking or cuddling or the like.During a short trip to the Osna-brcker Land, to the IppenburgCastle for example.


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magnificent naturalNaturally, Niedersachsen has alot to offer! For example a t the timewhen the rape fields are in fullbloom, when the whole Braun-schweiger Land shines in the brightyellow of this agricultural crop.


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39active naturalCanopied beach chair or sportshotel Decide yourself howactively you would like to spend

your holidays.SummerLaze around in the sun

somewhere else. However,you dont have to.

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40 41hospitable relaxingMore than sand on the shore: theendless beaches of Ostfriesland withits islands and the North Sea coast.


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active familialPlenty of fresh air is the bestingredient for kiteflying on oneof the numerous beaches of theNorth Sea coast.


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relaxing naturalIn the sun or in the North Sea,our coast is exactly the right thingfor everyone who enjoys bathing.

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48 49hospitable relaxingFirst class recreation with a viewonto the sea, like here at the HotelSeesteg on the island of Norderney.


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active familialWalking on the ground of the sea.Where could this be possible? Inthe Wadden Sea of Niedersachsen!


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magnificent familialWe suggest a nooner. At bestwith the whole family and atthe time of the Heath blossom.A dream in purple.


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magnificent naturalThere is no need to turn red. Thefarmers of Niedersachsen haverediscovered the blue poppy.


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magical naturalIts not a fairytale! Our woodsare really enchanting. And thatswhy they also inspired the GrimmBrothers.


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active naturalFast moving in the Harz mountains.For example while rafting in thecanyons of the Oker.


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active naturalHiking tracks from hard to easy areawaiting walkers fascinated by theoutdoors between the Weserberg-land and the Harz mountains.

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eventful naturalAgainst time. And anti-clockwise.During the horse racing week atBad Harzburg the track turns left.

Go on a safari! At the HannoverAdventure-Zoo, the VogelParkWalsrode (biggest birdpark inthe world) or the Serengeti ParkHodenhagen for example.

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active naturalFor climbers: you will find fantasticclimbing routes for example in theHarz mountains.

Swotting can be that pleasant:Today, the idyllic Dornum Castlenear Aurich is a school.


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magnificent historicIn Niedersachsen you will experi-ence our states eventful history.The Michaels Church in Hildes-heim is registered as a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site since 1985.

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70 71Please, doctor! After successfulgraduation, it s a students traditionto kiss the landmark of Gttingen:the Gnseliesel -statue, known asthe most kissed girl in the world.

magnificent lordlyEverything paid for in cash!Today, the Hannover citizens arestill as proud as they are of theirNew Town Hall.


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lordly culturalEnjoy yourselves like kings andqueens at the Royal Gardens ofHerrenhausen in Hannover, forinstance during the event LittleFestival in the Great Garden.

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74 75Praise to Joy: International Fire-works Competition at the RoyalGardens of Herrenhausen.


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natural historicThe lemon of the north, thevitamin-packed seabuckthorn,is our little secret for a delightfulautumn without any colds.

AutumnAdd golden forests,magical landscapesand stormy waves.


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delicious historicCrisp to sour to juicy and sweet,everybody will find the right sortduring the apple crop at StadeCounty (Altes Land).

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84 85A small birthday present byGeorge V of Hannover to hiswife Marie: Marienburg Castlenear Hannover.

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lordly historicBetter living the Niedersachsenway: the chapel and chimney roomat the fairy tale Marienburg Castle.

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relaxing hospitableCalm down far up north: a holidayat the Hotel Seesteg on the islandof Norderney, or hay spa at BadLauterberg.

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magnificent historicFrom here, the German emperorscontrolled the fate of the empirealready 1000 years ago. Today,the Imperial Palace (Kaiserpfalz)in Goslar is a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site.

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gmer. In Ostfriesland the traditionaltea warmers are still hand-made.

eventful familialEverything was better in the past.This is why we enjoy rev ivinghistory, for example on theMedieval Market in Ostfriesland.

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are lucky to be so storm- resistantand earthbound. This makes usenjoy the autumn storms at theNorth Sea coast

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cultural magnificentA smooth trip on the ship. And allsright with the world in the harbourof Greetsiel.

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autumn in Emsland where the peaceis only disturbed by the rustling ofthe leaves and the gentle brawlingof the water.

delicious historicA must for savourers: curly kaleafter the first frost is a culinaryinsiders tip.

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hospitable eventfulIn direct vicinity to the Volkswagenplant, the Autostadt fascinatesthousands of visitors day after dayand provides a luxurious hotelatmosphere at The Ritz-Carlton.

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magical activeJust follow your nose. In theautumn haze our forests smellespecially nice.


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WinterHolidays on a high level.In our mountain andwinter landscapes.

active familialSliding all over the place winterafter winter, the Harz mountainsoffer a lot of snow. And winter funfor the whole family.

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magnificent naturalThe cold time of the year magicallyturns the water reservoirs of Nieder-sachsen into a winter wonderland:the Oker Dam for example.

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active naturalThe only way is up! With theWurmberg cable car to the down-hill slopes of the Harz mountains.

112 113active naturalGo in for sports in the scurry ofsnow: cross country skiing through


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snow: cross- country skiing throughthe snow-covered Harz woods.

lordly magicalWhen it snows, the Royal Gardensof Herrenhausen turn into anenchanted park.

114 115magnificent deliciousAt the restaurant of the WolfenbttelCastle in the heart of the pictu


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Castle in the heart of the pictu-resque half- timbered town, visitorsare able to dine in a lordly way.

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hospitable deliciousThe gut feeling counts! A mundanetop gastronomy is waiting for youall over Niedersachsen, like here inHannover in a historic atmosphere.

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delicious historicExactly to your taste. At the luxu-rious Ritz-Carlton in Wolfsburg orthe liquor tasting in Wltingerode.

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relaxing hospitableSimply relax or enjoy in a rathercomfortable way. Here in Nieder-sachsen, you can have everything.


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124 125relaxing hospitableRelaxing in the far eastern wayis also possible far up north. How


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s a so poss b e a up o . owabout a spa trip to OsnabrckerLand for example?

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relaxing activeThis will make you want to stay inthe water for longer: the numerousthermal baths, adventure pools andsauna facilities of Niedersachsenare inviting you to dream and relax.


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130 131active eventfulIce skates instead of winter tires:at Christmas time, the Autostadt in


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Wolfsburg turns into a sparklingholiday destination which reviveschildhood memories.

eventful culturalIn Gttingen, the traditionalChristmas market makes grownupsand childrens eyes shine.

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spend the holidays with us?

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hospitable eventfulAs you can see, we have a lot tooffer. Welcome to Niedersachsen.


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