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Lower Saxony

Best seasonMay–Jun

GeographyCoastline · North Sea

LanguagesGerman

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About the region

Half-timbered houses rise from tidal flats where horses graze coastal meadows.

Lower Saxony is Germany's second-largest state, featuring a mix of landscapes from the North Sea coast to the Harz mountains. The historic city of Hanover offers a vibrant arts scene and beautiful gardens, while Göttingen is renowned for its university atmosphere and literary history. The coastal region features the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique tidal flats and diverse wildlife. Off the beaten path, towns like Celle showcase well-preserved half-timbered houses. The region is also famous for its traditional horse breeding and local specialties like Braunschweiger sausage and East Frisian tea culture, inviting exploration beyond typical tourist routes.

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Aerzen

Small Lower Saxon community in the Weser Uplands, home to Schlosshotel Münchhausen — a five-star Weser Renaissance castle hotel in a parkland setting south of Hameln.

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