AROUND THE BURGHOTEL

HARDENBERG DISTILLERY

Since 1700, Hardenberg has stood for excellent ingredients and masterful distillation. On the noble estates in Lower Saxony, not only are the raw materials cultivated, but they are also processed directly. Under the new roof of the Hardenberg Distillery, fine, handcrafted spirits of various categories are created. Honest, direct, and full of character – just like the people who craft them. And, as in the past, everything remains in one hand.

For more information on public tours, opening hours, and prices, please visit here:
hardenbergdistillery.com
der-hardenberg.com

HARDENBERG CASTLE RUINS & CASTLE PARK

The castle of the Hardenberg family is over 1,000 years old. During a guided tour, you’ll be taken on a journey through time and learn how the castle was used. Climb the castle tower and enjoy the view over Nörten-Hardenberg, the Leine Valley, and all the way to Göttingen.
A walk through the Hardenberg Castle Park and across the entire Hardenberg estate – below the castle ruins, past the riding arena, along winding paths through ancient trees, with perennials and blooming plants – is a delight in every season.

For more information and tours, please visit here:
der-hardenberg.com

HARZ EXCURSION TIP: BROCKEN HIKE

Fresh mountain air and a wonderful view – a hike to the Brocken, the highest mountain in the Harz region at 1,141 meters, is the perfect way to clear your head. Along the way, you can also admire the unique flora. Whether starting from Torfhaus or Oderbrück, the numerous hiking trails offer a suitable option for every hiker.
For those who prefer not to tackle the hike, the Brocken Railway offers a relaxing ride to the summit from Schierke or the "Drei Annen Hohne" station. Only 18 more meters of elevation remain to reach the highest point.

For more information, please visit here:
harzinfo.de
hsb-wr.de

EXCURSION DESTINATION PS.SPEICHER

If you drive about 30 km straight north from our hotel, you will reach Einbeck. Here, you’ll find the PS.SPEICHER, a nationwide renowned vintage car exhibition with over 2,500 exhibits across 5 locations.

Our sister hotel, FREIgeist Einbeck, located on the edge of the old town, is right next to the PS.SPEICHER. You can enjoy regional grilled cuisine at the GENUSSWERKSTATT there.

For more information, opening hours, and prices, please visit here:
ps-speicher.de

Contact & address:
+49 (0) 5561 923200

Tiedexer Tor 3 (Access via Jahnstraße)
37574 Einbeck

FOOTGOLF AT THE HARDENBERG GOLFRESORT

Plenty of fun and exercise while kicking the ball! Various obstacles must be navigated and avoided on the course. The goal is to use the fewest shots to get the ball into the hole. Footgolf is a combination of concentration, movement, coordination, and above all, a lot of fun.

The sport originated in Sweden in the 1980s and has grown in popularity ever since. The first World Championship in footgolf was held in Germany in 2006.

For more information and prices, please visit here:
gchardenberg.com

Address:
Gut Levershausen 1
37154 Northeim

NORTHEIM BOAT RENTAL

Water fun for all ages! At the "Großer See" in Northeim, you can not only swim but also enjoy a relaxing boat ride across the lake. Pedal boats, canoes, and more can be rented at the Northeim Boat Rental.

For those who find the regular pedal boat too boring, the "BBQ-Donut" is a fun alternative – a round boat with an integrated charcoal grill, where you can prepare your food fresh while leisurely cruising across the lake with no physical effort.

For more information, opening hours, and prices, please visit here:
northeimer-bootsverleih.de

CITY CEMETERY GÖTTINGEN

Peace and reflection can be found here: at the historic City Cemetery in Göttingen. If the weather is nice, a walk is definitely worth it. It is one of the most beautiful green destinations in Göttingen, with a diverse array of plants that attract countless bird species. Visit the graves of famous Göttingen personalities and Nobel laureates, such as Max Planck or Walther Nernst, who found their final resting place here.

For more information and opening hours, please visit here:
goettingen.de

BOTANICAL GARDEN GÖTTINGEN

Green, beautiful, fragrant plants from all over the world: You can't miss the Old Botanical Garden in Göttingen. The Botanical Garden is a fantastic destination and almost as old as the esteemed university itself. Since 1736, around 17,000 different plant species have flourished here, both outdoors and in greenhouses.

For more information and opening hours, please visit:
goettingen.de

SALINE LUISENHALL

A unique industrial monument in Göttingen with a thousand-year-old salt extraction method: The Luisenhaller Saline is the last pan saltworks in Europe. It produces high-quality deep salt, which is extracted from the Göttingen soil at a depth of 450 meters. The salt is then heated in the saline pans and the crystallized salt is skimmed off.

The Luisenhaller Bathhouse in Göttingen also invites visitors to relax. The salty water, combined with warmth, works wonders for tension and other ailments. Additionally, other soothing treatments are offered, including inhalation therapy, sunbathing, and more.

For more information, please visit:
luisenhall.de

ART EXHIBITION IN THE AUDITORIUM

In addition to works by Dürer, Botticelli, Rembrandt, and Goya, the collection also features masterpieces by artists such as Beckmann, Nolde, and Modersohn-Becker, making it one of the greatest treasures of art. The exhibition in the Auditorium on Weender Landstraße in Göttingen is the oldest and one of the largest university collections in Germany.

With 300 paintings, 2,500 drawings, 15,000 prints, 10,000 photographs, and about 100 sculptures, the two floors of the 500 m² exhibition space house an impressive collection.

For more information, opening hours, and prices, please visit:
uni-goettingen.de

Address:
Auditorium
Weender Landstraße 2
37073 Göttingen

GERMAN THEATER GÖTTINGEN

The German Theater is a highlight among the attractions in Göttingen. It offers a diverse theater program with world premieres, German and European premieres, musical productions, and established classics. There’s something for everyone. The ensemble, consisting of 27 actors, presents a colorful schedule in three venues.

The main hall, with parquet seating and three tiers, accommodates 496 spectators and is an architectural rarity in Göttingen, featuring a fascinating interior design in Neo-Renaissance style.

For more information, performance schedules, and prices, please visit:
dt-goettingen.de

CITY WALL WALK IN GÖTTINGEN

Fresh air and old trees: Take a stroll along Göttingen's most significant garden monument and admire the 2.8 km-long defensive wall from the 15th century. Relax among trees that are up to 250 years old, including linden, oak, beech, maple, and robinia.

Near the city wall, you’ll find the Bismarckhäuschen, the last remaining tower of the city wall. It is named after Reich Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, who lived there for six months during his student years in Göttingen.

BOAT RENTAL AT KIESSEE

On the northwest shore of the Göttingen Kiessee, you'll find a summery destination: the "Bootsverleih Kiessee" (Boat Rental). In the small wooden hut, you can rent pedal boats, rowboats, and canoes to explore the lake from the water. In just under an hour, you can leisurely explore the 15-hectare lake all the way to the small island in the south.

In addition to the many special bird species that are particularly easy to observe from the water, you might be lucky enough to spot turtles sunbathing on fallen tree trunks.

WALK ALONG THE LEINE

Winding side branches, islands in the middle of the river, reeds, shallow water, and swamp areas – this is what you’ll encounter on a walk along the Leine River near Göttingen. At some points, you can access the water directly via a gravel shore with flat entry areas and meadows or through staircases leading down to the river. There’s plenty of space for relaxing walks under shade-providing trees or simply enjoying the sunshine on your face.

Afterward, make a short detour to Hospitalstraße 35 – the watermill wheel at the Odilienmühle was used until 1945 and, after a long period of inactivity, has been restored by the city so that it can turn again on special occasions.

MARIENBURG CASTLE 

A trip to Marienburg Castle, an impressive neo-Gothic structure in Lower Saxony, is highly recommended. Visitors can discover the fascinating history of the castle during a guided tour through its magnificent rooms and enjoy the breathtaking view from the towers. Cultural events and exhibitions are regularly held, making the visit even more varied. A stroll through the picturesque gardens and a visit to the cozy castle café, which offers regional specialties, complete the excursion.

Marienburg Castle is approximately 60 kilometers away from the Hardenberg BurgHotel.