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- German
Stroll with our guide through one of the best-preserved baroque gardens in Europe - the Great Garden - with its over 300-year history and be inspired by delicate patterns made of boxwood, marble gravel and colorful flower borders. A special attraction is the grotto, designed by the artist Niki de Saint Phalle with colorful glass mosaics.
The city of Hanover owes this gem of baroque garden art to an extraordinary woman: Elector Sophie of the Palatinate. Inspired by the Sun King Ludwig XlV. She had the 200-acre garden laid out based on the French model at the end of the 17th century and made it her life's work.
Our guides will show you the most intricate corners of the Baroque garden, the garden theater, the Great Fountain and have all sorts of exciting information about the connection between Hanover and the English royal family.
Find out everything about the management of the extensive gardens.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Main entrance/ticket office
Itinerary
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1
Our guide will show you the historical connections between Hanover and the English royal family (personal union) and you will receive information about the structure, layout and construction of a baroque garden as well as the horticultural care of the extensive garden area.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Our guide explains the history of Herrenhausen Castle and its reconstruction and its use today
7 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Discover the garden theater with its figural decorations and find out what events take place throughout the year.
7 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
Interesting facts about the Great Fountain and how it works. When are the water features in operation? Where does the water come from?
7 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
What significance does the surrounding graft have for the Herrenhausen Gardens?
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Our guide will show you the Nikki de Saint Phalle cave
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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