Braunschweig – Your perfect day
Insider Tips

Burgplatz Braunschweig c) BSM Frank Sperlin EXPERIENCE A PERFECT DAY IN BRAUNSCHWEIG AND FOLLOW THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE GUELPHS AND THE HANSEATIC TRADERS

Walking in the footsteps of Guelphs and Hanseatic merchants, the short distances within the city allow you to discover numerous
attractions from across the centuries by bike or on foot. You can take in some natural beauty in the elegant parks, the surrounding
countryside and along the Oker river. Whether you’re looking for historical buildings, green oases or urban hustle and bustle –
Braunschweig has all the attractions of a big city for a perfect day out. With a population of approx. 250,000, the ‘Lion City’ is
the biggest city between Hannover and Berlin. It is also an attractive shopping city,
a vibrant cultural hotspot and a hi-tech hub.
http://www.braunschweig.de/Tourismus

Braunschweig Magni Viertel c) BSM Daniel Möller 9 BRAUNSCHWEIG INSIDER TIPS – WHAT YOU CERTAINLY DON’T WANT TO MISS IN THE LION CITY

• Marvel at one of the most important collections of early modern art in the world at the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum or see one of the many exhibitions in other outstanding museums and galleries.
• Follow in the historical footsteps of the Guelphs and the Hanseatic merchants in Castle Square and the Old Town Market.
• Round off the day with a visit to the State Theatre or one of the many smaller theatres.
• Get a taste of the Lion City’s history! Sample the famous “Braunschweiger Mumme” (Brunswick Mum), a favourite Hanseatic export.
• Scale the Town Hall Tower to its height of 61 metres and enjoy the breathtaking view.
• Discover the former court life of the aristocrats at Richmond Palace.
• Saunter through the beautiful parks and natural spaces along the Oker river, and discover the fascinating artworks on the 5th Light Trail from June to October 2020 from the comfort of a boat.
• Immerse yourself in the culinary world of Braunschweig, for example by sampling delicious white asparagus grown in the Lion City or enjoying Braunkohl, a subspecies of kale, in the autumn.
• Wander through the small alleyways of the Magni district with its independent shops and picturesque half-timbered houses.

Brigitte Kowanz Light Steps 1990_2019 Visualisierung Studio Brigitte Kowanz 5th Braunschweig Light Trail 2020

On foot, by bike or by boat: discover the unique artworks of the 5th Light Trail along the Oker river. The themed tours reveal interesting details about the light-based
installations of international artists. For more information, visit
www.braunschweig.de/angebote-lichtparcours.

c) Braunschweig Stadtmarketing Marek Kruszewski GETTING TO KNOW BRAUNSCHWEIG – YOUR PERFECT DAY IN BRAUNSCHWEIG

Spend a perfect day in Braunschweig with the Arrangement “Getting to know Braunschweig”

– 1 or 2 nights’ accommodation incl. breakfast in a DR or SR
– Walking tour through the Lion City
– 1 MERIAN Braunschweig culture and travel magazine per room

Price from € 69 per person sharing a DR

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