What to do in Braunschweiger Land

Activities, attractions and tours
Volkswagen Autostadt Complex showing modern architecture and a lake or waterhole

Braunschweiger Land Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Volkswagen Autostadt Complex

You might describe Volkswagen Autostadt Complex as a working theme park. Volkswagen uses this site for delivery of its German-bound cars and has created an entertainment complex that millions of people visit annually. Step into this amazing world of cars with its own train station, lakes, parks, events center and restaurants.
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Volkswagen Autostadt Complex showing modern architecture and a lake or waterhole

2. Volkswagen AutoMuseum

Volkswagen AutoMuseum (Stiftung AutoMuseum Volkswagen) displays an amazing collection of historic cars from the Volkswagen family. See the economical Beetles that revolutionized the market as the “people’s cars,” Campers that became symbolic of the free spirited hippie movement and numerous prototypes.
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Volkswagen AutoMuseum showing interior views and heritage elements

3. Braunschweig Farmers Market

The Coal Market, referred to as Kohlmarkt by the locals, has been a center of Braunschweig life for centuries. History, art, culture and shopping converge in the market square. Admire buildings that have stood for hundreds of years, relax in a sidewalk café or explore the square’s many shops.
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Coal Market showing heritage elements and a city

4. phaeno

Phaeno, a science center built in 2005, provides the local community and visitors with in-depth understanding of natural phenomena using its fun and educational dynamic displays. Stop to view and photograph its unusual architecture as you approach the neighborhood in Wolfsburg. Plan for a whole day of entertainment exploring the hands-on exhibits in science and technology. See how art intersects with science.
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Phaeno Science Center which includes modern architecture and night scenes

5. Dankwarderode Castle

Inspired by imperial palaces, Henry the Lion commissioned Dankwarderode Castle in the 12th century. It went on to be the residence of succeeding dukes for centuries. Today, explore its ancient halls and check out the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum’s medieval collection that is housed there.
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Dankwarderode Castle featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and night scenes

6. Brunswick Cathedral

Find relics, religious history and an array of art within Brunswick Cathedral. The stately church, which is called a Dom in German, was consecrated in 1226. Today, it is used by a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran State Church of Brunswick. Find the cathedral on the edge of Castle Square in Braunschweig.
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Brunswick Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city

Discover the most popular places to visit in Braunschweiger Land

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Volkswagen Autostadt Complex

Marvel at this “city of cars,” where one of the world’s greatest auto companies has created a complex with entertainment, restaurants and, of course, cars.

Volkswagen Autostadt Complex
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Volkswagen AutoMuseum

See original Beetles, iconic Campers, Golfs and all kinds of vintage Volkswagen vehicles at this museum in the heart of Wolfsburg.

Volkswagen AutoMuseum
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Braunschweig Farmers Market

Discover classic Braunschweig in this bustling and beautiful market square, which has been at the epicenter of the city for centuries.

Braunschweig Farmers Market
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phaeno

Whatever your age, have a great time learning about science while having fun with the numerous hands-on exhibits in this truly unusual architectural structure.

phaeno
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Dankwarderode Castle

While you explore Henry the Lion’s historic castle, don’t forget to say hello to the Brunswick Lion, Braunschweig’s most famous monument.

Dankwarderode Castle
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Brunswick Cathedral

From the Imervard cross to Henry the Lion’s sepulchre, discover all the secrets to be found within the four walls of Braunschweig’s iconic cathedral.

Brunswick Cathedral
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Castle Square (Burgplatz)

While much of Braunschweig was destroyed during World War II, this square – famed for its Christmas market – offers a glimpse of what it looked like before.

Castle Square (Burgplatz)
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Schloss Wolfsburg

Learn about the region’s art and history as you take a tour of this impressive castle in the Lower Saxony city of Wolfsburg.

Schloss Wolfsburg
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Happy Rizzi House

Find out about the history of Braunschweig when you take a trip to Happy Rizzi House. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Happy Rizzi House

Explore areas of Braunschweiger Land

Dankwarderode Castle which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and night scenes

Braunschweig City Center

Braunschweig City Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brunswick Cathedral and Castle Square (Burgplatz).

Braunschweig City Center
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Nordstadt

If you're spending some time in Nordstadt, Eintracht-Stadion and Das Kult Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Nordstadt
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Western Ring Area

Western Ring Area is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Braunschweig Farmers Market and Brunswick Cathedral are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Western Ring Area
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Ehmen

Though Ehmen may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like phaeno and Designer Outlets Wolfsburg.

Ehmen
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Salder

While Salder may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salder House and Salzgittersee Westufer.

Salder

Day trip destinations from Braunschweiger Land

Volkswagen Autostadt Complex showing modern architecture and a lake or waterhole

Wolfsburg

New Town Hall showing heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole

Hannover