Description

Explore this spot in Hannover. Popular location for rowing, swimming and paddling, kayaking, canoeing, sailing and wind surfing. Hannover is situated in the state of Niedersachsen (Lower Saxony) in northern Germany. The city is surrounded by a flat landscape of mostly agricultural fields, forests, and small villages. The Leine River flows through the city and is surrounded by parks and green spaces. The region is dotted with lakes, such as the Maschsee and Steinhuder Meer, which offer opportunities for outdoor recreational activities. The Harz Mountains are located to the south and offer scenic hiking trails and skiing slopes. The area also boasts cultural sites such as the Herrenhausen Gardens, the Marienburg Castle, and the historic Old Town of Hannover with its picturesque half-timbered houses.