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Hannover – wide awake day and night
Herrenhausen Gardens
Sensational rooms for a successful event
Modern infrastructure, central situation, unique locations, comprehensive
service – Hannover Region has an excellent reputation as a high-powered
metropolis in the heart of Europe for hosting events of all kinds. As the venue
for leading international trade fairs such as DOMOTEX, CeBIT, HANNOVER
MESSE, the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show or the AGRITECHNICA, Hannover
has led the field for decades and regularly proves the city’s importance as a
stimulant for the economy.
Professional, friendly, versatile
The state capital and the other cities and towns in Hannover Region offer optimum conditions for conference visitors, ranging from suitable accommodation
to individual catering and even a shuttle service. In Hannover and the surrounding region, more than 340 providers offer accommodation of all categories with
a choice of 30,000 beds. Visitors to Hannover benefit from the short distances
between the conference venues, tourist highlights and main transport connections. Professional and friendly hosts satisfy your individual requirements to
make sure that your congress, trade fair or any other event is a success.
Tourists come from all over the world to see Herrenhausen Gardens, experience the maritime flair of Maschsee Lake, enjoy the diverse cultural events
at the numerous theatres, museums and the world-class State Opera House.
Sports events, open-air concerts and funfairs are annual crowd pullers which
can be combined with a wide range of leisure pursuits.
Picturesque corners in historic city centres are just waiting to be explored, the
exotic worlds of Hannover Adventure Zoo are fascinating for the whole family
and smart shoppers will be delighted to find one of the largest pedestrian precincts in Germany. What’s more, the city is surrounded by recreational areas
such as Lake Steinhude or the tree-clad slopes of the Deister Hills.
All the highlights close at hand
The trade fair and event venue of Hannover can be reached quickly and conveniently via Hannover Airport, the A2 and A7 motorways and the Deutsche
Bahn high-speed rail network. A dense public transport network links up the
entire region. It is not least this traffic infrastructure that makes Hannover
the perfect choice for your event.
HannoverKongress is your partner of choice for the congress and conference
business in Hannover Region. The congress service of Hannover Marketing und Tourismus GmbH is happy to provide tailor-made solutions for the
organisation of your successful event. HannoverKongress cooperates with
Deutsche Messe AG and Hannover Congress Centrum (HCC) under the slogan “HANNOVER: THE MEETING PLANET – wide awake: day + night – Hannover, the congress city of choice”. These high-power partners pool their
expertise to guarantee that your congress goes off smoothly and provide you
with a full-service package.
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hotels and institutions concerned | No liability can be accepted for typographical or other errors.
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Event Locations
Herrenhausen Palace Conference Centre
Whether scientific conventions or international conferences, weddings or receptions,
large or small functions: Herrenhausen
Palace is the ideal venue for events of all
kinds. The Palace has a choice of rooms
in all sizes, from a small meeting room to a
large banquet hall.
Highly diverse and unusual locations have earned the state capital a reputation
as an excellent congress venue. Visitors to conferences are spoilt for choice
– from the newly rebuilt Herrenhausen Palace to Hannover Airport, unique
premises are available for events of all sizes.
The following pages present a diverse portfolio of locations which can add special
flair to your conference, congress or event in the Hannover Region. Additional
event options and detailed information have also been compiled on the internet.
Outside view
Deutsche Messe
Multifunctional hall 19/20
Herrenhausen Gardens - Gallery Building
Hannover exhibition grounds have been an
international magnet for decades, providing
a showcase for flagship fairs. Even when
there is no trade fair on, event organisers
appreciate them as the perfect place for
congresses and corporate events. This multifunctional miracle, consisting of 28 halls
and pavilions and prizewinning Convention
Center, is available all year round.
Hannover Congress Centrum – HCC
HCC is the congress address with the
longest tradition in the state capital, and
combines ultra-modern event technology with masses of historical atmosphere. The building complex includes
four multifunctional halls, seven conference rooms and 30 meeting rooms.
A very big plus is its city centre location directly adjacent to the leafy Stadtpark.
Beethoven Room
Congress Centrum Wienecke XI. Hannover
Effective lighting in the Gala Room
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Located only a few minutes away from the
exhibition grounds, this major conference
centre also lies right on the edge of a nature
conservation area. The four-star designer
hotel has 280 beds, a large wellness area,
more than 20 conference and banqueting
rooms, as well as a congress hall. There is
also a very cosy brewery restaurant with a
beer garden on the site.
As a heritage site of national importance
and with direct access to the Royal Gardens, the Gallery is ideal for top class
events. The ceiling of the grand hall is
of major art-historical importance and
unique in Germany in terms of its design
and size. Other unique and exquisite locations can be found in the immediate vicinity of the Gallery.
Gallery Building
Hannover Adventure Zoo
The Maharaja’s banqueting hall
Enjoy the exotic diversity of fakirs, snakecharmers, opulent buffets and animal stars at
Hannover Adventure Zoo. The heart of the zoo
is the Great Hall of the Maharaja glowing in
the magnificent colours of India. Meyer’s Inn’s
historic barn is an idyllic piece of old world
Lower Saxony. Experience unique events in all
of the zoo’s theme worlds, perfectly prepared
by the event team.
Information service
Maximum number
of people
Distance from the city,
main station / km
Distance to Hannover
Airport / km
Hannover Adventure Zoo
1,400
3
12
Congress Centrum Wienecke XI.
3,500
6
18
Gallery Herrenhausen
upon request
6
11
Hannover Congress Centrum
upon request
2
13
Herrenhausen Palace
upon request
6
11
Deutsche Messe
upon request
9
21
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Event Locations
Hannover Airport
Schwanenburg
The exciting spectrum includes the Gate
66 Event Zone and the exclusive Skylight
restaurant with a direct view across the
runways. Hannover Airport Lounge is
available for use as a top class boardroom. Departure lounges with views
of the apron and a light aircraft hangar
create that authentic aviation feeling.
Flexible locations for a great “take-off”!
Event in an aircraft hangar
Water Tower Hannover
Event hall
GOP Varieté Theatre
A special setting for special events such
as parties, receptions and other festive
occasions. H’ugo’s can accommodate
large numbers in its impressive architecture and stylish ambience. There are
various catering options, from multicourse
menu to buffet or finger food.
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The original concept and flexible event
areas and rooms of the Peppermint Pavillon are guaranteed to pep up any event.
Located on the former Expo site, it is not
only a venue for successful international
music productions, but also a coveted location for events with a difference.
Peppermint Pavillon
Marienburg Castle
H’ugo’s
H'ugo's
Schwanenburg
Peppermint Pavillon
Hannover’s water tower was built between
1908 and 1911 and is the ideal place for
an occasion in a very special atmosphere.
In addition to the old industrial hall with
space for 2,500 people and high-tech
equipment, there are further event levels
like the lounge for events with up to 600
people as well as an outdoor area with
seats for 700 persons.
GOP Varieté Theatre
GOP is one of the best known variety
theatres and provides a magical venue
for conferences and exclusive events. If
required, exciting show elements can be
combined with sophisticated catering in
individual package deals. The comfortable seating (for up to 320) and pleasantly
air-conditioned space ensure a relaxed
and comfortable atmosphere.
This exceptional event centre has a choice
of five different rooms, ranging from the
Studio (15 m²) to the Rüdenberg Room
(150 m²), which provide attractive settings for diverse events of between 6 and
130 people. It can be hired for meetings,
press conferences, congresses, conventions, workshops, concerts, festivals and
parties.
The multi-towered silhouette dominates
the skyline for miles around – Marienburg
Castle near Pattensen is one of the most
important neo-Gothic buildings in Germany.
The horse stables and coach house have
now been converted into atmospheric restaurant and event rooms in the style of an
historic bistro. The architecture in the romantic courtyard is also a special highlight.
Banqueting table in the Great Hall
Maximum number
of people
Distance from the city,
main station / km
Distance to Hannover
Airport / km
Schwanenburg
130
4.3
18
GOP Varieté Theatre
320
0.3
13
Peppermint Pavillon
1,500
11
21
Water tower Hannover
2,700
5
8
upon request
0,1
12
Information service
H’ugo’s
Hannover Airport
upon request
13
0
Marienburg Castle
upon request
28
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Event Locations
Old Town Hall
The Old Town Hall together with the adjacent Market Church, is part of the most
southerly major ensemble of North German
brick Gothic architecture. Built from 1410
onwards, it was restored to its original condition in the 19th century. Today, the light
and airy atrium and the multifunctional hall
provide exclusive venues for many different
kinds of event.
Brauhaus Ernst August
Ernst August restaurant and microbrewery is a very special location right in the
centre of Hannover and is highly recommended as a venue for conferences, office parties, anniversaries and presentations. It has spacious rooms that can hold
up to 275 guests as well as an attractive
outdoor area.
Inner courtyard of the Old Town Hall
Werkhof Hannover-Nordstadt
The ecological industrial and conference
centre Werkhof in Hannover’s Nordstadt
district is a premium choice for symposiums, small congresses, lectures and
banquets. This charming location in the
historic Hävemeier & Sander factory has
various conference and seminar rooms, a
foyer and event hall.
Ernst August Brewery
Forum Niedersachsen
Modern ambience meets perfect features
and technology. Forum Niedersachsen in
the Medical Park offers comfortable premises for events of all kinds as well as stateof-the-art conference technology. Whether
you are planning a seminar, conference,
presentation or other event – Forum Niedersachsen always delivers the right setting.
Werkhof Hannover-Nordstadt
Forum Niedersachsen
Grossgoltern Estate
The Grossgoltern Estate evolved out of a
manor estate whose roots go right back to
the Middle Ages. The Old Machine Hall, the
Hall of Chivalry, the Courtyard Café and the
Parson’s Garden afford a wealth of possibilities. The historic complex near Barsinghausen is equipped with the most modern
facilities, offering an attractive venue for
cultural or business events.
ADAC Driving Safety Centre Hannover-Messe
With its ten different training modules, the
ADAC Driving Safety Centre is one of the
most modern facilities of its kind. Everyone
will find a training course precisely tailored
to their needs. In addition, the centre offers perfect surroundings for conferences,
presentations or seminars in an atmosphere
evoking the world of the automobile.
The Old Machine Hall
Acanto
Acanto
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The exclusive Acanto is located in the
former stables of the Royal Dragoons
in Hannover. Whether wedding, gettogether, conference or corporate party,
the historic vaulted room with its magnificent crystal chandeliers creates a stunning atmosphere. In addition to the large
outdoor terrace, there are various cosy
lounge areas inside.
ADAC Driving Safety Centre Hannover-Messe
Information service
Maximum number
of people
Distance from the city,
main station / km
Distance to Hannover
Airport / km
ADAC Driving Safety Centre
200 (Indoor)
13
24
Werkhof Hannover-Nordstadt
250
5
12
Brauhaus Ernst August
275
1.2
12
Grossgoltern Estate
600
23
33
1,000
0.5
13
Old Town Hall
Forum Niedersachsen
upon request
6
14
Acanto
upon request
2.5
10
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Congress Selected Hotels
BEST WESTERN PREMIER
Parkhotel Kronsberg**** S
This first-class hotel is located in the
south of Hannover, directly adjacent to the
TUI Arena, the Hannover Fair exhibition
grounds and the EXPO Plaza. It has more
than 200 bedrooms, three restaurants, 14
conference and meeting rooms, swimming
pool, sauna and 400 free parking spaces.
High-speed internet access is available
free of charge throughout the building.
Deluxe room
Congress Hotel am Stadtpark****
This first-class hotel with its 257 units
lies directly alongside the Stadtpark, the
City Park, amidst green scenery but still
central. All the rooms are modern and very
comfortably furnished. One particular feature is the city’s highest swimming pool:
Panorama 17. From here, on the 17th
floor, you can enjoy an impressive view.
Designhotel + Congresscentrum
Wienecke XI. Hannover ****
View of room
GHOTEL hotel & living Hannover*** S
Quietly located in the midst of spacious
landscaped gardens, GHOTEL hotel & living
Hannover in the Kleefeld district has 329
rooms, apartments and suites. In addition
to 18 light and airy conference rooms,
the hotel also has a restaurant with bar,
a sauna and, in summer, a beer-garden.
Double room
Superior double room
Courtyard by Marriott Hannover Maschsee****
Sheraton Hannover Pelikan Hotel**** S
The former Pelikan fountain pen factory
offers the perfect combination of nostalgic charm and modern elegance. The
centrally located design hotel has 147
rooms and suites, 7 function rooms with
high ceilings for maximum daylight, the
legendary Harry’s New York Bar and a
3,000 m² gym.
This first-class hotel lies directly on the
shore of Maschsee Lake, only a few minutes’ walk from the city centre. It has 144
bedrooms and five suites, a sauna and a
fitness room. The restaurant with Julian’s
bar offers culinary treats, and there is a
maritime atmosphere on the summer terrace or in the lakeside beer garden.
Room with view of Maschsee Lake
Crowne Plaza Hannover Schweizerhof **** S
Business room
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Opened in 2000, this first-class hotel lies
on the edge of the green meadows of the
“Wülfeler Leineauen” nature conservation
area, not far from the Hannover Fair exhibition grounds. It has 280 beds in 140
rooms, two of them barrier-free, and a
hotel bar. The brewery restaurant and the
beer garden offer a high standard of cuisine in tasteful surroundings.
Welcome to the Crowne Plaza Hannover
Schweizerhof. What more could you ask
than a choice of 201 rooms and suites,
conference and function rooms for up to
350 people, the Spa Magic as well as
sophisticated and imaginative cuisine
at the BISTRO Schweizerhof, which
also boasts one of the most beautiful
terraces in town.
Executive room
Information service
Hotel rooms
Conference rooms
Designhotel + Congresscentrum Wienecke XI.
140
25
Sheraton Hannover Pelikan Hotel Superior
147
7
Courtyard by Marriott Hannover Maschsee
149
6
BEST WESTERN PREMIER Parkhotel Kronsberg
200
14
Crowne Plaza Hannover Schweizerhof
201
7
Congress Hotel am Stadtpark
257
41
GHOTEL hotel & living Hannover
329
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Congress City Hannover
Congress Selected Hotels is a project designed to enhance
Hannover’s performance as a congress and event location:
·A free service
· Hotel rooms bookable up to three years in advance
·Response to enquiry / submission of offer within 24 hours
·Centrally located 3-star and 4-star hotels for your convention or other events,
conveniently close to our top event venues
HannoverKongress will be very pleased to assist you with your hotel bookings.
Bus tour of the city
HannoverKongress
Tel.: +49 511 12345 - 444
Fax: +49 511 12345 - 445
E-mail: info@hannoverkongress.de
Laura Harke
Hotel Service Team
Tourist information
All-round service for your visit to Hannover is available from the Tourist Information
office located directly opposite the central railway station, or at the Info Counter in
the New Town Hall. Simply give us a call or drop in for information on specific sightseeing locations, brochures, guided city tours or souvenirs.
Ernst-August-Platz 8 | 30159 Hannover
Tel.:
+49 511 12345 - 111
Fax: +49 511 12345 - 112
E-Mail:info@hannover-tourismus.de
For an overnight stay in Hannover, you can choose between hotels of various
categories or a room in a private house. You can book hotel accommodation by
phone, or very conveniently with a few clicks of the mouse at
www.hannover.de/hotels
Opening times: Apr. – Oct.: Mon.– Fri., 9 am – 6 pm
Sat., 10 am – 5 pm | Sun., 10 am – 3 pm
Nov. – Mar.: Mon. – Fri., 9 am – 6 pm. | Sat., 10 am – 3 pm
Tel.:
+49 511 12345 - 555
Fax: +49 511 12345 - 556
E-Mail:hotels@hannover-tourismus.de
Bus tour of the city
City Tour Team
Get in touch with us to book one of our interesting and exciting city tours, on foot
or by coach, or a complete programme, lasting a whole day or several days, from
among our experience packages and group arrangements.
Tel.:
+49 511 12345 - 333
Fax:
+49 511 12345 - 334
E-Mail:staedtereise@hannover-tourismus.de
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Hannover Adventure Zoo, Herrenhausen Gardens, the New Town Hall and the
charming Old Town are just a few of the highlights on the “hop-on, hop-off” bus
tour of the city, which is not to be missed. Passengers can join or leave the tour
at any stop. Modern audio guides in various languages provide interesting, surprising and entertaining information about places of interest throughout the city.
Hannover Pro
The app for Hannover as a business location. You can download
the Hannover app for your iPhone, iPad or Android free of charge
from the App Store.
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Congress City Hannover
Hannover – always in season
Thanks to the numerous events and attractive opportunities for leisure activities, you can be sure of arranging an interesting side event to tie in with your
conference. Whether you are looking for serious art or light entertainment, for
relaxation or excitement – you can look forward to a stay brim-full of experiences
and endless surprises!
A view of the New Town Hall
The Old Town
Hannover is a capital city set among green surroundings; it is famous for its
magnificent opportunities for recreation right on the verge of the city centre. You
can go jogging or inline skating through the unspoilt city forest, the Eilenriede, or
around the shores of Maschsee Lake. You can stroll through parks and gardens,
or through the picturesque Old Town. In the central shopping area you can enjoy
glittering shopping malls and department stores, or gastronomic diversity in cafés,
in the Market Hall or in top-class restaurants. The Flea Market on the banks of
the River Leine every Saturday provides a contrasting programme of an unusual
kind. At Hannover Adventure Zoo the animals inhabit theme worlds that will prove
unforgettable for all the family. And sports lovers can cheer on the footballers of
Hannover 96 or the crack ice hockey players of the Hannover Scorpions.
The Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen provide a leafy location with a unique atmosphere for classical concerts, small-scale artistic performances and the spectacular International Fireworks Competition. The heart of the garden complex is the
Great Garden, one of Europe’s most important baroque gardens, a delightful place
to stroll between richly ornamented formal flowerbeds, magnificent sculptures
and lovely fountains.
Hannover Marksmen’s Fair
Maschsee Lake Festival
There is much to see and do in the Hannover Region too, where many old agricultural traditions are still maintained and cultivated – for example the Threshing
Festival at Schillerslage, the Potato Market in Otze, or the historic Free Shooting
competition in Wennigsen, which has been celebrated there for 150 years. And
the Festive Weekend at Lake Steinhude is a popular event that takes place against
a fantastic backcloth of illuminated boats, with an aerial fireworks display and
numerous other attractions.
For further information on Hannover Region, please visit:
www.visit-hannover.com/en
Festivals and festivities
Hannover’s calendar of events is full to the brim with cultural highlights and popular festivities. The State Opera and the Playhouse promise entertainment on the
highest level. There is a fascinating spectrum of art galleries offering contemporary art and museums presenting themed exhibitions for young and old. The
Maschsee Lake Festival and the biggest Marksmen’s Fair in the world are legendary highlights that draw vast crowds in the summer. There are major open-air
concerts in the Football arena or on the Park Stage, while the TUI Arena and the
Swiss Life Hall provide indoor locations for rock and pop fans in their thousands.
Countless clubs offer hand-picked attractions that are guaranteed to appeal to
fans of all kinds of music.
International Fireworks Competition
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Lake Steinhude Festive Weekend
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