Discover Hanover's hidden art treasures on the city tour!

Discover Hanover's hidden art treasures on the city tour!

Everyone who is interested in art and culture should mark July 19, 2025 in red on their calendar! Then Hanover invites you to an exciting city tour “Art in the Open Air”. The tour extends from the picturesque Maschsee to the historic Leineschloss and highlights the fascinating topic of art in public spaces. Hannover.de reports that the guided tour focuses on works of art and installations in around two hours, which come from different eras and are partly connected to the role of art during National Socialism.

What's there to see? The starting points include the Aegidienkirche, the Ballhof and the Göttingen Sieben. The impressive steel structure “In Vent” by the artist Robert Schad, which stands in the pier of the Sparkasse office building, deserves special mention. A highlight is also the red art sculpture “Hellebardier”, where the tour begins, and the Göttingen Seven square, where the route ends. For just 12 euros (reduced 9 euros) you can immerse yourself in the world of art and discover the city from a new perspective!

The art landscape of Hanover

Did you know that Hanover plays a pioneering role in Germany when it comes to art in public spaces? As early as 1970, the Hanover City Council initiated the “Street Art Experiment,” making it the first city to address this issue in local policy. Since then, the city has produced countless sculptures, sculptures and installations. Over 200 works of art decorate the city center alone. These also include the famous Nanas by Niki de Saint Phalle, which can be admired on the banks of the Leibnizu since 1974, and the “Great Sphere”, one of the first abstract works of art in public space in Germany, which was purchased in 1956. Wikipedia mentions that the city is deeply rooted in art history, which is also reflected in the founding of the Sprengel Museum, which goes back to a generous donation from Bernhard Sprengel.

Art in public spaces is not only a consolidation of Hanover's cultural heritage, but also a living example of urban development and citizen participation in art. Among the many notable works is the Court Prison Memorial by Hans-Jürgen Breuste from 1989, which commemorates the victims of National Socialism, and the light installation by Joseph Kosuth, which quotes an important philosophical thought. Wikipedia describes that public art spans a variety of styles and eras, making the city a living open-air museum.

Experience and enjoy art

Anyone interested in the tour can easily book their tickets via the Stattreisen website. Spontaneous participation is also possible as long as the tour is not fully booked or canceled. It's a wonderful opportunity to experience art, learn more about its history while strolling through the city and exchange ideas with like-minded people.

In summary, Hanover is not only a city full of history, but also a place that impresses with art and culture. The upcoming city tour on July 19th will be a real treat for everyone who wants to discover the diversity of urban art. So, pack your cameras and get ready for an exciting tour of discovery!