Braunschweig

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For an original holiday in a completely futuristic world, head to the state of Lower Saxony in northern Germany. The second-largest city in Lower Saxony after the capital Hanover, Braunschweig has a modern look and many architectural gems. Once known as the city of Henry the Lion and then bombed during the Second World War, the city has risen from its ashes and preserved its places of tourist interest.

Choose a hotel in Braunschweig and immerse yourself in the history of Lower Saxony during an authentic stay. Pleasant to visit in any season thanks to its temperate climate, the city is home to many museums and other architectural and medieval curiosities.

Most of our Best Western hotels in northern Germany are ideally located to provide easy access to the main cultural attractions and various leisure activities.

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Don't waste a second after dropping off your luggage at your hotel in Braunschweig, Germany, and set off to discover the country's medieval history at Dankwarderode Castle. Once the residence of Henry the Lion, Dankwarderode Castle is a must during your stay on German soil. Inside this imposing residence, an incredible collection of capes, gold coats of arms and medieval objects awaits you, not forgetting the sublime bronze statue "Braunschweiger Löwe", or Brunswick Lion.

Continue with a visit to the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum, said to be the oldest museum in the world, which holds prints, drawings and other works by great masters. Fervent admirers of Rubens, Van Dyck and Rembrandt will not be disappointed by this one-of-a-kind collection. To delight the senses and the eyes, let yourself be captivated by the wild and surprising Happy RIZZI House, with its futuristic, pop and colourful decor. Created by Rizzi, the American master of pop art, this house is the favourite spot of your holiday. Capture your stay by posing in front of the unusual façade of the Happy RIZZI House, which is sure to brighten up your day.

Finally, Riddagshausen Abbey deserves a stop both for its architecture and for the lodge that houses a museum on the art and culture of the Cistercian order, not forgetting the lion's tomb in the Church of Saint Blaise, Brunswick Cathedral. End your holiday pleasantly on the Lüneburg Heath. This protected nature reserve located between Bremen, Hanover and Hamburg brings a breath of fresh air to residents and visitors alike.

How to get to Braunschweig?

To reach your hotel in Braunschweig, Germany, quickly, flying remains the fastest mode of transport, the nearest airport being Hanover, just 30 minutes from the city. Served by more than 38 airlines, the airport offers direct or connecting flights from many European and international destinations.