Braunschweig, the city of Henry the Lion, offers a delightful mix of past and present, tradition and modernity.
Into the future with Braunschweig.
Braunschweig ranked 22nd among German cities in the 2010 Prognos Atlas of the Future, published in November 2010 in the Handelsblatt. All 412 cities and districts in Germany were evaluated based on 29 indicators such as population trends, research, standard of living and the labour market. To view the detailed findings of the study, click here.
Braunschweig is thus among the most future-oriented cities and districts in Germany. Come see for yourself.
In Braunschweig, you'll experience...
... leafy neighbourhoods and parks directly adjacent to the lively city centre. From modern shopping in the historic city centre to farmer’s markets offering products from the region, you'll find a wide variety of goods. After shopping, relax in one of our many cosy cafés and restaurants. In summer, beach bars – on the banks of the Oker River or overlooking the city, depending on your preference – offer the perfect setting for a relaxing evening. As a university town, Braunschweig also enjoys a lively bar and pub scene.
The neighbouring Harz National Park and Heide offer plenty of leisure time options. Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, climbing or skiing and snowboarding in winter, you'll find lots of reasons to stay active. Or join the leagues of loyal football fans at a Braunschweig Lions or Eintracht Braunschweig match.
Art and culture in Braunschweig also has many faces and places. The State Theatre, museums, galleries and the College of Fine Arts are evidence of a lively arts scene. Additional highlights include the annual Braunschweig International Film Festival and City Jazz Nights as well as performances by national and international artists in the Volkswagen Halle and the Town Hall.
Thanks to its central location and well-developed highway network, cities such as Hamburg, Bremen and Berlin are within easy reach.