Guided tour of the Royal Herrenhausen Gardens

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.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   40 min

   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.

2. 2

   Museum Schloss Herrenhausen

   7 min

   Our guide explains the history of Herrenhausen Castle and its reconstruction and its use today

3. 3

   Gartentheater

   7 min

   Discover the garden theater with its figural decorations and find out what events take place throughout the year.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   7 min

   Interesting facts about the Great Fountain and how it works. When are the water features in operation? Where does the water come from?

5. 5

   Stop 5

   5 min

   What significance does the surrounding graft have for the Herrenhausen Gardens?

6. 6

   Grotte von Niki de Saint Phalle

   10 min

   Our guide will show you the Nikki de Saint Phalle cave

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.