Braunschweig is one of the largest cities in the federal state of Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen). During the Second World War, the settlement was badly damaged due to numerous aerial bombardments. From the former largest half-timbered town in the country, only a few old buildings and streets located in the center have survived in their original form. Fortunately, most of the buildings have been restored. The restoration work was completed at the end of the XX century.

Today Braunschweig is one of the main tourist centers of the region. The rich historical past of the city, beautiful architecture, picturesque parks and gardens attract tourists here from other parts of Europe and Asia. The city is worth coming here and staying for a few days.

Braunschweig in Germany is primarily known as the city of the medieval king Heinrich the Lion, who turned this town into an influential trade and cultural center. By the name of the monarch, the lion became the symbol of Braunschweig. Sculptures of this proud animal adorn the streets, buildings and the city's coat of arms.

St. Blasius Cathedral (Dom St. Blasii) – the former cathedral, and now the Lutheran church, where Heinrich Leo and his wife Matilda are buried. Outwardly, it is a very austere Gothic building, decorated with two symmetrical towers and arched vaults. Entrance fee to the crypt is 1.5 euros. Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 17:00.

Dankwarderode castle(Burg Dankwardwrobe), formerly owned by Heinrich Lev. Today, a museum is located within its walls, among the exhibits of which there are medieval cloaks, golden sculptures of warriors, etc. The entrance ticket to the castle is 7.5 euros.

Braunschweig lion(Braunschweiger Loewe) is a copy of the famous bronze lion sculpture installed on Castle Square. It was completed in 1166 by the design of Heinrich the Lion himself. The original is at Dankwarderode Castle.

Duke Anton Ulrich Museum(Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum) - within its walls are various exhibits that previously belonged to the Duke of Braunschweig. Among the most interesting exhibits: graceful porcelain sculptures, exquisite dishes and furniture, paintings from different times and peoples. The Duke collected all the things exhibited in the museum throughout his life.

Old Town Hall(Altstadtrathaus), built in the Gothic style in the period from the XIII-XV centuries. It is surrounded by the Old City Market.

St. Magnus Quarter (Magniviertel) , the center of which is the Cathedral of Magnikirche XIII century. Several medieval buildings and structures of the Renaissance era miraculously survived the bombing here. The quarter gives us an idea of ​​what Braunschweig looked like before World War II. Cobbled streets and half-timbered houses, where small cafes and shops are comfortably located, make this area especially attractive.

Andreaskirche(Andreaskirche) - Roman-Gothic church, built in the period from XIII to XVI century. Its main attractions are the magnificent stained glass windows created by the talented hands of Charles Crodel, as well as the south tower, 93 m high. For many centuries, the church was the tallest building in the city.

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What to do in Braunschweig: top 7 fun things to do

You can spend 1-2 days in Braunschweig. There are several museums, delicious food restaurants, and impressive buildings and streets that tell the story of the city's breathtaking history. While in Braunschweig, it is first of all recommended to:

Where and what to eat and drink in Braunschweig

Oaks (Ox) Is the best steakhouse in town. Delicious beef and lamb steaks are served here. It is recommended to order schnapps. The steak house offers many types of this drink. The average bill is 30 euros.

Brodocz- a restaurant located on Stephanstrasse. It will win the hearts of fans of vegetarian and organic food. It serves delicious salads, soups and main courses made with quality ingredients. The average cost of main courses is 15 euros, soups - 4 euros.

Mutter Habenicht- a restaurant serving traditional German cuisine. Guests are served large portions of schnitzel, potato dishes, steaks and pork ribs. The cost of the main courses is 9 euros.

Tourists can have a good drink and relax at the spacious Merz Club. It serves delicious and plentiful snacks, traditional beer and inexpensive drinks.

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1. You can get bright and unforgettable emotions at the Schoduvel carnival, which is held annually since the XIII century. This is one of the largest carnivals in the country.
2. The Arche Noah Zoo, located on Leipziger Street, is a real paradise for children. Its distinctive feature is absolutely happy animals. The fact is that all animals are kept in spacious enclosures and fed with good food.
3. The best nightclubs are located in the Kalenwall area. As a rule, they are open to all comers on Friday and Saturday.

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Braunschweig is a city of 250,000 inhabitants located in Germany, the federal state of Lower Saxony. It is located north of the Harz Mountains, at the furthest navigable point of the Oker River, which connects to the North Sea and the Aller and Wester rivers.

The exact date and circumstances of the founding of the city are unknown. It is believed that Braunschweig was created by the merger of two settlements: according to legend, the first settlement was founded in 861 by Bruno II, a Saxon count who died before 1017 on one of the banks of the river. Ocker; the second settlement was the legendary Earl of Dawnkward, after whom Dankwarderode Castle was named after it was reconstructed in the 19th century.

The original name of the city is Brunswick, it is a combination of two names: Bruno and the German word "vik" - the place where merchants rested and stored their goods. Therefore, the name of the city means an ideal vacation spot, located on the banks of the Oker River. Some claim that the name of the city is associated with the fire that took place there. The city was first mentioned in the documents of the Church of St. Magni (1031), where it was called Brunesguik.

History

Braunschweig played an important role in medieval Germany. Economically, it was located at the crossroads of important trade routes. In addition, the Oker River was navigable, providing access to the seaport. It was one of the last nine cities of the Hanseatic League.

Braunschweig acquired its political significance thanks to the ruler Heinrich Leo - Duke of Saxony and Bavaria. During his reign, Henry founded several German cities (among them and), challenging his cousin, the German Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa. He also married Richard the Lionheart's sister, Matilda. In this way, Henry established family ties in the royal family of England that still exist to this day. His son, Otto-Braunschweig, was crowned German emperor in 1209. In order to document his zeal for power, Henry in 1166 erected a statue of a lion, which appeared on the city's coat of arms. The red lion is still on the coat of arms of Scotland and the British royal family.

Braunschweig is considered one of the most turbulent cities of the late Middle Ages and early modern times in Europe (near Paris and Ghent). Numerous constitutional conflicts have resulted in uprisings and civil unrest.

Despite the rich medieval traditions, due to the Second World War, modern Braunschweig is almost destroyed. The bombing destroyed 90% of the medieval city center of Braunschweig (leaving only 80 of the 800 frame houses). Only a small number of buildings were re-erected. Today, most of the buildings in the center embody the somberness of 1950s post-war architecture.

The Braunschweig region is an important industrial center that has become home to many companies in the steel industry in Salzgitter AG and Peine, or “Volkswagen” in Wolfsburg.

In the entire economic space, the Braunschweig region is the most explored and developed. 7.1% of GDP is invested in R&D and technology (Varnais-Suomi and East Anglia are second and third with 4.1% each). The Federal Institute of Physics and Technology (PTB) is located in Braunschweig, specializing in natural and technical sciences, metrology and engineering in Germany. One of its tasks is to accurately measure time. He is responsible for the German atomic clocks "CS2" and "DCF77", for the duration of the signals. In addition, PTB works with servers to distribute time on the Internet.

Braunschweig is known for its technical universities: Carolo-Wilhelmina zu Braunschweig, University of Fine Arts, University of Applied Sciences, Welfenakademie Braunschweig, as well as 19 research institutes, among them Johann Heinrich von Thuenen Institute (until the end of 2007 it was called the Center of the Federal Research Institute of Agriculture) and Helmholtz - the Center for Infection Research.

In 2007, Braunschweig was declared a city of science in Germany.

How to get there

By plane

The nearest airport is in Hanover (IATA: HAJ) - about 30-40 minutes by car or about an hour by train. In the metropolitan area, a shuttle service is offered - Braunschweig - - Wolfsburg.

Braunschweig Airport (IATA: BWE) is mainly used for research by the Technical University and the German Federal Aviation Agency (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt), the Federal Bureau of Accident Investigation (Bundesstelle für Flugunfalluntersuchung). However, it is currently operated by Air Berlin and operates flights to Moscow as well. Tickets can be booked through the respective airlines or directly at the airport.

By train

Due to its location in the heart of Germany, Braunschweig's Hauptbahnhof railway station is operated by the German national railway company Deutsche Bahn. He has many high-speed ICE trains at his disposal, which stop at Braunschweig.

By train, you can reach the scenic Goslar and Harz mountains, as well as the Lüneburg Heath. Travelers can purchase “Niedersachsen-Ticket” tickets, which are valid on local trains throughout the state of Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen). For a one-way ticket you need to pay 21 euros, and for a group of up to 5 people for a period of several days - 37 euros. On weekends (Saturday and Sunday), the Schönes-Wochenende ticket is valid on all local Deutsche Bahn routes.

The main station of Braunschweig is far from the city center and there are few attractions in the vicinity (shopping center “Ringcenter”). It can be reached by bus or tram to the final stop.

By car

Braunschweig is easily accessible via the motorway. The German autobahns include one of the main transport routes in Europe - A2 (sometimes jokingly called the largest parking lot in Europe, because there are always traffic jams, especially on Fridays). In addition, the A39 highway passes through Braunschweig, connecting the city with its neighbors Wolfsburg and Salzgitter. The A39 also connects to the A7 motorway, which leads to Kassel and Frankfurt. The city's autobahns are A391, A392 and A395.

You can get to Berlin in two hours, to Hamburg, Bremen and Kassel - in one and a half, to Frankfurt - in three and a half, to Hanover - in 30-40 minutes, and to Magdeburg - in an hour (it all depends on the presence of traffic jams). You can get to the Goslar and Harz mountains in about 30-40 minutes.

By bus

Braunschweig is a major bus stop for domestic and European buses, thanks in large part to its central location. Buses often travel to cities in Eastern Europe, especially Poland. The tour operator "Rainbow Tours" offers inexpensive (and often bad road) trips to European metropolises.

The central bus station (“Zentraler Omnibus-Bahnhof” or “ZOB”) is located on the Berliner Platz, between the main train station and the German post office (next to the steam locomotive monument).

Moving around the city

The city center and most of the local attractions are very easy to reach on foot. The shopping area of ​​the city is a pedestrian zone. In case you need to get to distant areas, you can use the public transport system.

By car

Since the time when some roads in Braunschweig have become blocked during rush hour, branches of car rental companies have sprung up here. Braunschweig is adjacent to Peine, the county with the largest number of passengers, many of whom travel to both Braunschweig and in. In addition, Braunschweig is rumored to have the highest number of traffic lights in Germany. Try to count the number of stops as you drive around this city.

There are many garages in Braunschweig that are efficiently maintained by a control system. You can access information about available spaces, taxes and opening hours of the organization via your mobile phone at wap.braunschweig.de.

By public transport

Public transport "Verkehrs-AG" serves Braunschweig and its districts. Any place within the city can be easily reached by bus or tram. Ticket prices are different - depending on where you are going.

Tickets can be purchased from the driver, in some stores, or using a mobile operator. The current price for a one-way ticket within the city is € 1.90.

Information on public transport timetables can be found on BSVAG or on the EFA website.

By taxi

Registered taxis are considered to be beige cars with a checkerboard. A taxi can be called by calling one of the numbers: 0531 - 5 55 55, 0531 - 6 66 66 or on the edge of the road. Private companies such as “Mini Car” or “City Car” (their cost is usually slightly lower) will only be able to give you a lift if you book in advance.

sights

The Braunschweig Lion is the most famous landmark in the city of Braunschweig. It stands on Burgplatz, in front of Dankwarderode Castle and the Cathedral. Thus, in Braunschweig it is widely known as the "lion's castle" (Burglöwe), which is why some call it "the lion's city" (Die Löwenstadt). It was originally erected by Henry the Lion in 1166, and replaced in 1980, due to damage to the original. The original can be found inside Dunkwarderode Castle.

Dunkwarderode Castle

Braunschweig Cathedral (Braunschweiger Schloss or Braunschweiger Residenzschloss) was rebuilt in 2007 - after it was bombed in World War II and demolished in the following years. Quadriga Brunonia (allegorical deity of the old principality) is by far the largest in Germany.

If you climb to the top of the cathedral, you can see the statue up close. The inside of the cathedral also houses the Braunschwein public library. Two equestrian statues are located in front of the building. One depicts Duke Charles II. Wilhelm Ferdinand of Braunschweig-Wolfenbüttel is the founder of the Braunschweig Technical University, during whose reign Braunschweig quickly became a German center of education, and Duke Friedrich Wilhelm von Braunschweig-Wolfenbüttel is one of the most famous German military leaders of the Napoleonic wars.

1. The Raabe House Literature Center is a historic building where the German writer Wilhelm Raabe lived from 1901 until his death (1910). Currently, the house is a museum, a literary research center, a platform for literary events.
2. Rizzi House - an office building next to Brunswick Cathedral, designed by New York City pop artist James Rizzi.
3. Bruchstrasse is a red-colored area fenced off from the city itself by iron gates. Locals call it Gurke (German: cucumber). Minors and “unemployed” women are prohibited from visiting this area (they are harassed, and walking down the streets may be offended by women of easy virtue). Interestingly, this area is considered one of the oldest areas in Germany (prostitution was first documented in 1594). There are wooden frame houses built in the medieval style.

Museums

• The Duke Anton Ulrich Museum (German: Braunschweigische Landesmuseum (BLM)) is the second oldest museum in the world (after the British Museum in London).
• State Museum (Braunschweigische Landesmuseum BLM).
• The Jewish Museum is the oldest Jewish museum in the world.
• Braunschweig Museum of Photography.
• Natural History Museum.
• Agricultural Engineering Museum (Landtechnikmuseum Gut Steinhof).
• Riddagshausen Abbey Cistercian Museum.

Churches

• Braunschweig Cathedral - Currently located in a dense forest.
• Agidienkirche Church (German: Ägidienkirche).
• Church of St. Magni.
• Church of St. Jacob (German: Jakobskirche).
• Church of St. Andrea.
• Church of St. Catherine.

Parks

• Prince Albrecht Park is a picturesque park where residents have barbecues in the summer.
• Nature reserve and arboretum "Riddagstausen".

Recreation

• A canoe trip along the city river (you can rent it at Canediplatz).
• Enjoy a Hugo's Night Watchman tour of medieval Braunschweig. Other tours are also offered, for example, “Karl-Friedrich Gauss”, which offers visits to places associated with the famous mathematician, to places of the Renaissance.

Sport

• You should watch the game of the German football team “Eintracht Braunweig”, which plays in the first division of the Budesliga. The stadium is located in the north of Braunschweig and has a capacity of 23.500 people.
• The basketball team "Braunschweig Ghosts from New York" plays at the Volkswagen stadium.
• Braunschweig is home to the American football team Braunschweig Lions, which plays in the first division.

Festivals

• Traditionally, on the Sunday before “ Rosemontag”, The carnival is taking place "Shoduvel"... Rosemontag (Pink Monday) is Pancake Monday before the Wednesday of repentance (mid-February). It marks the beginning of Lent and is the highlight of the German carnival.
• Schoduwel is the largest carnival parade in northern Germany and the fourth largest in the entire country, after carnivals such as the Cologne Carnival, Düsseldor and Maiz. The name “Shoduvel” comes from the words “scho, duvel”. "Scho" in medieval German means "drive away", and "duvel" means "devil". The first mention dates back to 1293, making this the first carnival in Germany. However, the tradition of holding this carnival was not always preserved. The "Shoduvel" celebration includes dressing up, dancing, drinking. Usually a crowd of costumed people walking along the street tosses sweets to the audience. The parade starts at 12:30 and ends around 17:00. Subsequently, the crowd continues to celebrate and drink at the bars along the procession route and at the Magniviertel bars.

• Braunschweig classical festival Is an annual classical music festival held in and around Braunschweig. The main concert season runs all year round.
• Braunschweig Shooters Festival- is a target shooting competition, celebrated in June. To attract the crowd, over 70 rides and several beer stalls are opening up in and around Banswick. The peak of the celebration is fireworks on the last Friday of the month. The festival usually takes place in June. Legend has it that the festival is cursed as it takes place on the site of an old Jewish cemetery.

• Pentecost - Traditionally, on weekends, the main square of Braunschweig turns into a medieval fair.

• Northern Open Tournament Is a professional tennis tournament on an open court. It is currently part of the Association of Professional Tennis Players (ATP) of the Challenger Tour. It is held annually in Braunschweig, at the tennis and hockey club.

• Festival "Culture in tents" held every August and September. At the festival you will see miniatures, lectures, concerts, stand-up comedians in the Burgerpark. It is better to buy tickets in advance, as they are booked for this festival early enough.

• Every first weekend in September “ Magnifest " becomes the master of the quaint surroundings of Magniviertel. On weekends, the entire territory is closed to car traffic, and concert stages and food stalls are being erected throughout the quarter. The sale of artisan goods is accompanied by musicians' performances, and the celebration itself lasts all evening and all night.

• Braunschweig international film festival takes place in November. Arthouse films and independent films are shown in cinemas throughout the city. Independent films, actors and directors are awarded the Heinrich and Europa prizes.

• Braunschweig Christmas market(Weihnachtsmarkеt) opens its gates during the week, before the first Sunday of Advent, when Christmas fast occurs (usually at the end of November) and closes after Christmas (end of December). This is one of the most picturesque places in Germany. It is constantly voted for as the most beautiful festival in Northern Germany. - Traditional drinks are served here, such as mulled wine (feuerzangenbowle - literally translated as punching the tongs - a traditional drink for which sugar is soaked in rum, set over the fire gradually flowing into mulled wine), met (German: honey) and beer "Mummebier". - Various dishes are offered in and around the square, such as kale (braunkohl), one-meter sausage (meterbratwurst), boiled pork in a rye bun (heideschinken), barbecue, baked camembert cheese, etc. - Along with sweets, candied almonds and apples, square-shaped yeast dough fried in oil (schmalzgreben) and biscuits (prillecken) are sold. The market is open from 10 am to 9 pm. Don't miss your chance to visit here, especially in December.

Purchases

Braunschweig has a well-developed trade network, which makes it one of the two main shopping centers in Lower Saxony (the first shopping center is). The shopping area in Braunschweig can be divided into three areas.

Schloss-Arkaden is a large shopping center located in the rebuilt façade of the old Braunschweig palace. It is the city's main marketplace and boasts about 150 shops attracting people from Lower Saxony and the neighboring region of Anhalt. The mall's garages are located in the city center, so they are considered a good place to park, especially on weekends when the city is crowded.

The city's shopping area is surrounded by streets such as Lang, Bohlweg, Bruchtorwall and Guldan. Many shops and cafes are located here:

• Mini shopping center “ City Point ” contains about 40 shops, all of them are located on 5 floors.

• The shopping area has three shopping arcades. V Welfenhof Connected to Pakhoff and Lang Street, is the renowned tobacco department and shop of Braunschweig's finest cheese specialties. V Passage Burg there are various shops spread over two floors. Before reaching the Burg passage, turn left and stop in front of the Fighters fountain. This brings you to a rather small arcade that takes you to the Tango nightclub.

• The Braunschweig-based fashion store New Yorker is located in the heart of the shopping district. The building is hard to miss as it houses the largest video screen in northern Germany.

• German department store chain “ Karstadt " has three branches in Brauschweig. The main branch specializes in the sale of high quality clothing, hospitals, toys, etc. There are grocery stores in the basement. The Gewandhaus branch offers customers books, electronics, china, etc. Braunschweig souvenirs can be purchased on the ground floor. The Sporthouse branch sells mainly sporting goods.
• A good place to buy books is a bookstore. “ Graff " located near Welfenhof. Here you will find a wide selection of books on Braunschweig. In addition, English books are available. You can plunge into the world of the book you bought in the cafe on the third floor, overlooking the Sek shopping street.

• If you are looking for electronic products then you should look into “ Mediamarkt " on Lang street.

In the shadow of the Schloss-Arcaden lies the “Magniviertel” - the only medieval area that remained more or less untouched during the Second World War. Small wooden buildings house small art and liquor stores, pawnshops, as well as stores selling only healthy food. The area is great for relaxing walks, while the city itself is immersed in Saturday bustle. And in summer, sitting in one of the cafes or bars, you can watch people playing on the ridge in the courtyard of the Church of St. Magni.

• Department store "Gallery Kaufgof" located on the other side of Bochlweg, next to the Schloss-Arcaden, is not part of the city's main shopping area, but does not fit into the chain of small shops "Magniviertel". There is a shop for fans of the Braunschweig Lions football team, and there is also a small selection of goods for fans of the Eintracht Frankfurt team.

Gift shops

• The best place to buy souvenirs is the Braunschweig City Tourist Information Office. In addition to souvenirs, it sells goods for fans of the "Baunschweig Phantoms", concert and theater tickets, etc. In addition, you can book excursions and rent audio guides (for example, about medieval Braunschweig).
• Head to the “Mumme Store” located near Welfenhof to purchase this brand of drinks.
• Braunschweig products, beer mugs and earthenware mugs can be purchased at the Karstadt am Gewandhaus (address: 4-5, 38100-Braunschweig, 0531. 4732000).
• For fans of the Eintracht Braunschweig club, the Kaufgof Gallery (Bochlweg 72, 38100 Braunschweig) can be purchased. A wider selection can be found in the Eintracht fan shop, at the Eintracht Stadium (210 Hamburg Street, Braunschweig) or in the newly opened shop in Schlosskaria.
• For the fans of the Braunschweig Lions football club, there is also a large assortment in the Kaufgof Gallery (Bochlweg 72, 38100 Braunschweig).
• The Hungermarket Pharmacy (Hänngermarkt 20, 38100 Braunschweig, 0531/400114) offers the herbal liqueur Städtres distilled in Braunschweig.

Food

The fact that Braunschweig was one of the most important cities in medieval Germany leaves an imprint on the cuisine of this city. For example, the Mamm restaurant serves dishes according to old recipes and a rich selection of sausages and cakes. Don't miss the opportunity to buy Mamm products in a specialized store. You should definitely try “Eulen” and “Meerkatzen” (owls and monkeys - “Ulen un Apen” in the Braunschweig dialect), which, according to legend, were baked by the Brauschweig deceiver Thiel Ulenspiegel in order to spoil the inhabitants of the city. They are sold to this day in city bakeries.

Stay tuned for seasonal produce - the asparagus grown in the areas of Braunschweig is one of the best in the world. Curly cabbage, known as “ Braunkohl " and the local chanterelles are considered special in the Braunschweig region. A good place to sample local food is the Christmas market in December. Vendors offer a wide range of local produce that can be tasted without having to book a restaurant.

Inexpensive restaurants

Zum Gemütlichen Conny (Diesterwegstrasse 1, 38114 Braunschweig - 0531 54150) - On the days when the local football club Eintracht win the Bundesliga, this is a resting place for players and their fans. He is known as “ Hähnchen-Conny ”. Juicy fried chicken is served here according to a secret family recipe (second family generation).

Take-away meals (please call in advance to order), which include a traditional potato salad (don't order fries here!). Despite its status as a traditional Braunschweig restaurant, this is one of the few places where you can taste “Härke”, a bitter beer from the neighboring town of Peine.

• Zu den Vier Linden (5 Wiesenstrasse, 38102 Braunschweig - 0531 337271) is a bohemian restaurant-bar for all types of diners that matches its neighbor - the restaurant “ Östliches Ringgebiet ”. The pleasant and relaxed atmosphere and cuisine makes this place a real gem of the city.

• As with any major German city, you can easily find a place to try Doner kebab. Such kebabs are famous for “ Bohlweg "(“Beyti Grillhaus”) “Kebab Haus”, “Tandir”, which is located next to the club “ Merz " and " Dönerdreieck "(“Doner Triangle” - “Ocakbasi”, “Mesopatmien Grill”, “Güney Grill”, “Olive” and others), located between the shopping area of ​​the city and the red light district.

• Schalander (Stobenstr 12, 38100 Braunschweig - 0531/2615074) offers a rustic interior and inexpensive German cuisine.

• Traditional pizzeria Stresa located in Bohlweg.

• If you are in the city center, Burg Passage Pizzeria and Imbiss Café, next to Karstadt serving Dutch fries, are excellent fast food options.

• Perhaps the tastiest ice cream can be found at Tiziano, of which there are 3 in the city. Their Schlossarkaden chain also offers Italian food and wines.

• Kim-Kim is a very popular snack bar with nightlife, located in the nightclub area next to Schwanensee.

• If possible, visit the Pizza Room (Sophienstr. 12, 38118 Braunschweig - 0531/22 56 131). This is a pizzeria that consists of only one room (hence the name). Here the chef and the owner himself work on the creation of the ordered dishes. We recommend the pizza "Montaverde".

For visitors with an average income

• We highly recommend the traditional cuisine of the “Mutter Habenicht” restaurant (Papenstieg 3, Braunschweig - 0531 45956), located behind the Braunschweig State Museum “Landesmuseum”. It serves typical Braunschweig cuisine and is served by the friendly restaurant staff. Menu available in English. Note: Smoking is allowed in this restaurant. To avoid tobacco smoke, ask for a place in the beer garden.
• When visiting Braunschweig, be sure to check out the “Schadt" s "(Marstall 2, 38100 Braunschweig - 0531 400349), a German restaurant known for its home-brewed beer, a classic in Braunschweig restaurants.
• At the “Fried´rich am Magnitor” (5 Am Magnitor str., Braunschweig - 0531 41728) you will find one of the best beer terraces in the city, enjoy a beer under the chestnut trees (open in summer).
• “Stadl am Kohlmarkt” (Kohlmarkt 10, Braunschweig - 0531 400322) offers Bavarian specialties. It is located in an old frame house with a lovely dark interior. The venue can get crowded on holidays. The friendly staff is always ready to help you.
• The Schnitzelhaus (Wendenring 1-4, 38114 Braunschweig - 0531 341104) serves traditional German schnitzel in various sizes and variations. On the last Friday of every month there is a special offer “everything you can eat for 9.90 €”.
• "William" s Dorfklause "(Ohlenhofstraße 11, 38120 Braunschweig, Timmerlach - 0531 86 04 03) offers visitors the largest German schnitzel. Eat 2 of these" monsters "(1.5 kg each). It is located outside the city center "Timmerlach", but definitely worth your visit.
• Fischer (Altewiekring 44, 38102 Braunschweig - 0531 7071410) is a slightly artsy place with a very pleasant atmosphere and staff as well as the delightful Flammkuchen. The selection of cakes is fascinating. Live music is played for you on special occasions.
• El Gaucho (Wendenring st. 1-4, 38114 Braunschweig - 0531 342884) is one of the best Argentinian steakhouses in the city. Tip: Try their signature peppery steak.

For wealthy visitors

• A great place to eat is “Hotel Ritter St. Georg ”. It is slightly more expensive than other establishments, but the food is amazingly delicious.
• Tandure is an upscale restaurant located in the Artmax building next to the Volkswagen Arena. Among its regular visitors was the Turkish Ambassador to Germany. It is recommended to book your seats in advance.
• Haus Zur Hanse is an excellent restaurant that has recently been converted into a first-class steakhouse.
• The famous “Naske” offers a rather varied, international menu (bison burger with Vietnamese duck curry and southern ramp - steak in peanut sauce). They have their own beer - "Naske Dunkel".
• The Gewandhaus Restaurant (Altstadtmarkt 1, 38100 Branuschweig - 0531/24 27 77) serves German cuisine in an old hall decorated with special fabrics. The restaurant is located in an old cellar in the north of Germany.

Where to drink

Bars and pubs

• The Wild Geese is an Irish pub and place for English speaking expats.
• Bolero (Bolero) - Mexican restaurant (you need to call in advance to book a table).
• Knochenhauer offers weekly salsa lessons.
• Latino - There is a discount on their excellent pizza on Tuesdays.
• Okercabana is an artificial beach where you can relax while enjoying calm jazz and sometimes live music.
• Gearbox - This is a bar with psychedelic music and music in the style of rock and rock and roll.
• Sonnendeck is a beach bar located in parking garages. There are no happy hours for visitors, but there is a great view of the bustling and bustling city. It often closes due to weather conditions, so make sure it works the day before visiting.
• EventKiste is an online store that features all upcoming events and parties in Braunschweig.

Clubs

1. The Jolly Joker is located in the western part of Braunschweig. Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 pm to 3:00 am. Drinks of the day are served. The age of visitors ranges from 16 to 25 years old. The club has the largest dance floor in the city.
2. Brain - different music plays - reggae, drum and bass, electro-punk, funk and so on. Different music every day.
3. DAX Bierbörse is located in the city center.
4. Meier Music Hall - darker music sounds here, for example, music of the 80s, in the style of metal, etc. Age of visitors: 25-40.
5. Fritz is located near Schutzenplatz.

Entertainment centers

• Kaufbar (Kaufbar) is a combination of a bar, cafe, restaurant and cabaret theater. Live music often sounds here and comedy theater plays its own plays.
• Nexus - This is a place for representatives of subcultures: punks, ska, indie and others.

What to see in the vicinity:

1. The German Fachwerk Road crosses the Wolfenbüttel and Schöppenstedt districts.
2. The Lower Saxon Asparagus Road (German: Niedersächsische Spargelstraße) is a hiking trail where you will be treated to such delicacies as asparagus.
3. Harz-Heide Road - Known for its beautiful landscapes, this road runs through the Harz Mountains in Germany.
4. Elm-Lappwald Park.
5. Visit Jägermeister, a distillery that has been producing liqueur in Wolfenbüttel for 70 years.
6. The Harz Mountains can be reached by public transport (train to Bad Harzburg Wernigerode or Goslar).
7. Magdenburg can be reached by train in less than an hour.
8. Göttingen is an hour away by the ICE high-speed train.
9. The famous library is located in Wolfenbüttel. You can get there in 9 minutes by train and in 27 minutes by bus.
10. The Wolfsburg Autostadt, home of Volkswagen, is a 16 -24 minute train ride away.
11. Faeno is a museum in Wolfsburg with 250 experimental exhibitions.
12. The former border control post in Marienborn, next to Helmstedt, is now a monument. Marienborn is also considered one of the oldest pilgrimage sites in Germany.

The city was the residence of Henry the Lion, it is the largest cultural and economic center in the southeastern region. Vacationers will certainly enjoy walking along its cozy cobbled streets, shady parks and alleys, while visiting the main cultural attractions will add variety and make the rest even more exciting.

The center of the city is Burgplatz Square, it was founded in the Middle Ages, and in the 12th century, by order of Heinrich the Lion, the square was expanded, and a monument to the duke was erected on it - the figure of a mighty lion. The square is bordered by the Dankwarderode Palace, the former residence of the duke, not far from the Church of St. Blasius and the house of Viehweg. It is worth noting that the bronze figure of a lion installed on the square is a copy of the medieval original, and the original itself is in one of the halls of the fortress. The Cathedral of St. Blasius was also erected at the behest of Henry, when the duke returned from Palestine, on the territory of the cathedral is the tomb of the ruler and his wife Matilda - this monument is also considered one of the most important cultural values. The cathedral has become a repository of the most important relics of a world scale; in its hall there is a wooden crucifix, the work of the master Imervard. Thousands of pilgrims come to the cathedral to bow to the ancient crucifix and see the legendary shrine with their own eyes.

You can complete your tour of historical monuments with an excursion to the Old Town Hall, a magnificent Gothic building from the Middle Ages. The powerful columns that adorn the town hall depict the figures of the great rulers and their wives. There are portraits of the Welphic and Ottonian emperors, kings and dukes who influenced the history and development of the country. Copyright www.site

A favorite place for walking among many townspeople and guests of the city is the Market Square. Many beautiful historical buildings are concentrated next to it, and there is also an old fountain - one of the most unusual and interesting symbols of the city. Initially, the main city well was located in its place, which provided the local residents with clean spring water. In 1408, a beautiful fountain of metal and stone was built in its place; this unique monument in the Gothic style has survived to this day. The author of this beautiful fountain is not known for certain; the monument is decorated with many interesting inscriptions and symbols.

The oldest house in the city is considered to be Alte Vaage.This half-timbered house was built in 1534 and originally housed the City Chamber. By the middle of the 19th century, this unique cultural monument fell into disrepair, and during the Second World War it was partially destroyed. Only by 1991, modern architects managed to completely restore it according to the surviving old drawings.

The most interesting cultural institution is the Anton Ulrich Museum. It bears the name of its founder - the noble duke, who founded his personal museum back in 1754. The Duke was a renowned collector of weapons and works of art; for the first 100 years after its foundation, the museum was accessible to a narrow circle of people. Its official opening took place in 1865. Today, within the walls of the museum, you can see a chic collection of furniture, old paintings and collectible weapons, as well as precious interior decorations.

There are many unusual sights in the city, an excellent example is the architectural complex "Rizzi's Happy House". This is an original office town, which consists of nine modern buildings. These office buildings are reminiscent of houses from a fairy tale, their facades are completely covered with colorful drawings. Another feature of these houses is that you cannot find even a pair of identical windows in them. You can endlessly admire this original architectural monument, it is very popular with vacationers with children.

The State Museum of Natural History in Braunschweig is a museum for the history of zoology and the natural environment located in Braunschweig. The museum was opened in 1754 as the Ducal Cabinet of Art and Nature Objects.

In the museum you can get acquainted with scientific and exhibition collections, and the scientific collection is much larger. It covers almost all types of wildlife: mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles, various types of insects, shells and molluscs, the collection also covers preparations from the field of paleontology and much more.

In the bright room, the most valuable exhibits of the museum are displayed, it houses permanent exhibitions on the themes "Aquarium", "Dioramas" (animals in their habitat), birds, insects, invertebrates and fossils.

The building of the modern museum was originally built for the Pedagogical Institute. During the Second World War, it was not damaged, and soon work on the creation of a museum began in it. In the early 50s, the so-called "dioramas" were developed here, where stuffed animals were placed in their usual habitat, created by people. Then it was something new for both workers and visitors, but today it is a museum routine.

Ulenspiegel fountain

The Ulenspiegel fountain, located in the German city of Brauschweig, was installed here in 1906 for a reason. Thiel Ulenspiegel, the hero of Flemish folklore, is considered by many cities in the world to be his fellow countryman, but it was in the village of Schoppenstedt, 20 kilometers from Braunschweig, that he was born, and in the city itself he studied as a baker.

In the center of the fountain, which is one of the most visited places in the city, on a high pedestal sits the rogue and joker Til in a shirt and sandals made of bronze on his bare feet. A smile plays on his lips, with which he looks at the monkeys and owls sitting around, from whose mouths water is pouring.

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Rizzi's Happy House

Rizzi's Happy House is an office town of nine buildings located on the outskirts of the German city of Braunschweig, which makes children and passers-by smile. The buildings with asymmetrical windows and cheerful figurines on the roof, which seem to dance in a circle, were built in the avant-garde style in 2001 by the architect Konrad Kloster on the site of the ruins of the duke's residence.

The houses are named after the American artist James Rizzi, who painted their facades in the pop art style with colorful bright hearts, stars, and funny faces. The creators consider their work to be the happiest home on Earth. In the evenings, when office workers leave their workplace, Rizzi's Happy House is empty and next to it you can invariably see tourists who consider it their duty to take pictures against the backdrop of the most unusual buildings in the quiet old town of Braunschweig.

The Cathedral of St. Blasius, located in the German city of Braunschweig, was founded by order of the Duke of Bavaria and Saxony Heinrich Leo in 1173 on the site of an old wooden church. The church was intended for the burial of the duke himself and his wife Matilda of England - the sister of Richard the Lionheart. In 1226, the cathedral, built in the Gothic style of gray stone with characteristic peaked turrets, high windows and strict lines, was consecrated in honor of St. Blasius and John the Baptist. The interior of the cathedral is austere. Medieval frescoes have been preserved on the walls; an old stained-glass window above the altar, depicting the crucified Christ, is noteworthy.

In the 15th - 16th centuries, the Lutheran Church began to be called a cathedral due to its belonging to a monastery. In the main crypt of the church, representatives of the Braunschweig line of Welfs are buried, including Heinrich Dev himself, his wife Matilda, wife of King George IV of Great Britain, Caroline of Braunschweig. Members of the family were buried here until the beginning of the 20th century.

Richmond castle

Richmond Castle, located in the southern part of the German city of Braunschweig, by the Ocker River, on a small hillock, was built in 1768-1769 by the architect Karl Christoph Fleischer on the orders of the Duke of Braunschweig Karl Wilhelm Ferdinand. The duke wanted to create a building that would resemble his wife, the English princess Augusta, her home - the Richmond Palace near London.

The castle is a classic baroque building. A square building with a front corner entrance and two buildings on its sides made of white stone with a high door and a wide staircase is considered a classic of the style. The castle seems to float in the air thanks to its clear, laconic forms, triangular pilasters above the windows and sculptural decorations on the facade. There is a beautiful English-style park around the castle.

In 1935, the castle, park and adjacent buildings were acquired by the local government on the condition that no structural changes will take place here. During the Second World War, the building was only partially damaged and was subsequently rebuilt. Now the Richmond Castle works as a castle-museum; charity events and other social events are also held here, and the former house of the servants houses the museum of the writer Friedrich Gershtaker.

Dankwarderode castle

Dankwarderode Castle, located on Burgplatz in the German city of Braunschweig, was first mentioned in documents from the 12th century. Presumably, it was built in 1160-1175 by order of the Duke of Bavaria and Saxon Heinrich the Lion. Since the 15th century, it has been the seat of the Dukes of Baunschweig. Reconstruction of the 17th century affected only part of the ancient castle, which has become a vivid example of buildings in the Renaissance style.

In the 19th century, the Dankwarderode castle, abandoned by its owners, served as a barrack, and only in 1873, at the request of local residents, it underwent a secondary reconstruction. Now, guests of the city can see a two-story mansion made of gray stone with arched windows and a red tiled roof on the site of the once large castle. The decoration of the castle is the entrance in the form of a tower with a balcony and an old stone staircase. On the first floor of the castle there is a branch of the Museum of Duke Anton Ulrich and the original of the famous statue "Braunschweig lion" is kept. A copy of the statue stands on a pedestal in front of the building. The look of the lion, the symbol of the city, is directed towards the castle, the former residence of the local rulers.

Braunschweig lion

The Braunschweig Lion is a lion sculpture that is a symbol of the German city of Braunschweig. It was presumably cast in 1166 by order of the Duke of Saxony and Bavarian Heinrich Leo and is considered the first such sculpture of medieval art in this part of Europe, cast in one piece from bronze. The weight of the statue is about two meters high - 880 kilograms, the length of the lion's body is almost three meters.

The Braunschweig lion, according to the plan of Duke Heinrich the Lion, was to become a symbol of the greatness of power. A skilled jeweler, whose name has not survived to this day, worked on the monument. In 1812, the French were going to melt the bronze sculpture, but this was avoided. During World War II, the Lion was for some time in its place on the main square of the city, but then it was replaced with a copy. Since 1980, the original of the monument has been in the Dankwarderode castle, and its exact copy stands in front of the Cathedral of St. Blasius.

Alte Waage

Alte Waage is the largest and oldest half-timbered house in the German city of Braunschweig. This technique involves construction in which timber beams form an inclined supporting base, the voids of which are filled with brick, clay or wood. A feature of such buildings is protruding floors, which allow the water flowing down from the roof not to destroy the material of the building.

The Alte Vaage building is made of red painted wood. It was built in Braunschweig in 1534 for the City Chamber. At the end of the 17th century, with the abolition of the Chamber, the building began to decline. It was restored only in 1854. For several centuries, various institutions were located in the Alta Vaage. During the Second World War, the building was completely destroyed, and only in 1991 the local authorities decided to restore it according to the old drawings. Now a beautiful four-storey house with carved cornices and a tiled roof stands in the old place and attracts tourists with its unusual appearance.

Duke Anton Ulrich Museum

The Duke Anton Ulrich Museum, located in Braunschweig, is the repository of Germany's largest art collection.

The museum is named after a major collector and philanthropist, thanks to whom the museum was born in 1754.

The modern building of the museum was built in 1887 by the architect Oskar Sommer. The Picture Gallery offers an overview of European painting of the 15th-18th centuries. The most complete is the collection of German painting, which includes works by the most famous German artists of the 16th-17th centuries: Lucas Cranach the Elder, Hans Holbein the Younger, Hans von Aachen and many others. You can also get acquainted with the Italian art of the Renaissance and Baroque, which is represented by the works of Giorgione, Palma Vecchio, Paolo Veronze, Jacopo Tintoretto, Orazio Gentileschi, Bernardo Cavalli no, Mattia Preti. In the museum you can see the canvases of three titans of Flemish painting - Jacob Jordaens, Peter Paul Rubens and Anthony Van Dyck. Halls of Dutch painting acquaint visitors with the work of artists of the Northern Renaissance and the "Golden Age". Undoubtedly, visitors will be interested in a small collection of paintings by French painters - Simon Vouz, Hyacinth Rigaud, Nicolas de Largillera, Francois Boucher, Jean Baptiste Greuze.

Also, the museum houses a collection of engravings, numbering more than 100,000 works, about 10,000 drawings, a collection of decorative and applied arts.

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Braunschweig is the second largest city in Lower Saxony. Until November 1918, it was the capital of the Duchy of Braunschweig. After the November Revolution and the Duke's resignation, it became the capital of the Republic of Braunschweig, which in 1946 became part of Lower Saxony.

If you look at the city from above, you can see that the entire center is surrounded by the Oker River and the park in a circle, which is very suitable for quiet long walks. This structure of the area is not accidental - it was done back in the Middle Ages to strengthen the protection of the city.

The city was founded by the Saxon Count Bruno II. Initially, the city bore the name Brunswick, which consisted of the name of the count and the word "wick", meaning a transshipment point, warehouse and resting place for merchants. Now many sources give a translation of the city into English as Brunswick.

In the central part there are five "islands" with restored and rebuilt buildings. On the main square stands the Braunschweig lion - the symbol of the city. During the reign of Heinrich the Lion (1129-1195), this sculpture was located in the square in front of the Braunschweig Cathedral. Cast from bronze, the Braunschweig lion was the personification of the power and authority of Henry. The sculpture weighs nearly 900 kg. Currently, there is a copy of the sculpture on the Castle Square. The figure itself was moved to the premises of the Dankwarderode castle in order to avoid destruction.

The city hosts the fourth most important festival in Germany, which attracts more than 25 thousand people annually.

One of the most unusual and interesting buildings in Braunschweig is the office center Happy Rizzi House, which was built in 2001 by the architect Konrad Kloster and designer James Rizzi.

2015

We stopped at Braunschweig for an evening walk. The biggest discovery for us was the Viewegsgarten park, which is located across the street from the train station. Three years ago there were practically no animals, and now we have seen about 100 rabbits! This is something incredible, the rabbits almost ran on their legs. It is logical to assume that this cannot continue and the rabbits from there will somehow survive.

There are also a lot of squirrels in this park, so during the walk we went to the supermarket and bought nuts, and on the way back we took pictures of them. Unlike rabbits, squirrels are not so shy.

We also walked through the Bürgerpark, which is beautiful in the evening.

We saw Rizzi's Happy House.

This time they paid attention to the back side. The windows in the house are uneven, therefore they are protected from the sun by external roller blinds.

The Braunschweig palace-residence was badly damaged during the war and remained in this state until 1960.

Then it was dismantled and the park was laid out. And in 2007, a large shopping complex appeared on this place, during the construction of which the original facade of the palace was restored.

We saw the Alte Waage building on the square of the same name. This is an exact reconstruction of the building from 1534 where the merchants' goods were weighed and measured.

Walked along the most beautiful street of the city Am Magnitor

And looked at huge pencils near the train station

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