Audio Guide of Herrenhausen Gardens

The Great Garden (Großer Garten) is open year-round: from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (November to February) and until 8:00 PM in summer. The best public transport option is tram lines 4 and 5 (Herrenhäuser Gärten stop). Check exact times on the official website.

Adult admission: €8 (€5 reduced). Children up to 12 years old enter free. The Herrenhausen Card (€15) is also available and includes admission plus public transport. Buy online at the virtual ticket office or at the on-site ticket counters.

We recommend 2 to 4 hours to fully enjoy the 4 sections: the Great Garden, Berggarten, Georgengarten, and Güther Park. This includes time for the labyrinths, fountains, and a possible visit to the garden museum.

They are among the most important Baroque gardens in Europe, created in 1666 by Princess Sophia of Hanover. They survived almost intact through the Second World War, preserving their original design with monumental fountains and sculptures.

Spring (April to June) is ideal for seeing the floral displays in the Berggarten, while summer is perfect for events such as the International Fireworks Festival. In winter, the Christmas market with special lighting is also magical.

Yes, there are accessible paved paths in the main areas and a free wheelchair loan service (advance booking required at +49 511 168-34000). The Berggarten has elevators providing access to the greenhouses.

About 15 minutes away by tram: the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus), the Sprengel Museum of modern art (official website), and the charming historic district of Calenberger Neustadt.

1) Wear comfortable shoes (the site covers 50 hectares), 2) Pick up a free map at the entrance, 3) Bring a refillable water bottle (4 fountains available), 4) Check the event program here to coincide with special shows.