• 🏰 Top Things to See in Braunschweig
  • 🦁 Burgplatz & the Brunswick Lion
  • 🏛️ Dankwarderode Castle
  • ⛪ St. Blasii Cathedral
  • 🚶‍♀️ Altstadtmarkt (Old Town Market Square)
• 🌳 Green Spaces & Leisure
• 🧪 City of Innovation
• 🍻 Local Food & Drink
• 🚆 Getting There

Braunschweig (also known as Brunswick) is a vibrant city in Lower Saxony with a rich blend of medieval roots, royal heritage, and a growing arts and science scene. Once ruled by the powerful Guelph dynasty, it was a major trade hub in the Hanseatic League and still proudly displays its history in its beautiful squares, castles, and churches.

§🏰 Top Things to See in Braunschweig

§🦁 Burgplatz & the Brunswick Lion

• The historic heart of the city
• See the iconic Braunschweiger Löwe, a symbol of Duke Henry the Lion’s power
• Surrounded by stunning architecture: Dankwarderode Castle, St. Blasii Cathedral, and half-timbered buildings

§🏛️ Dankwarderode Castle

• A 12th-century fortress and former ducal residence
• Now part of the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum, featuring medieval art and treasures

§⛪ St. Blasii Cathedral

• Final resting place of Henry the Lion
• A blend of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, filled with history and grandeur

§🚶‍♀️ Altstadtmarkt (Old Town Market Square)

• A charming square with the Old Town Hall, Martini Church, and market stalls
• Great for photos and people-watching over a coffee

§🌳 Green Spaces & Leisure

• Bürgerpark and the Oker River loop are perfect for a relaxing walk, picnic, or boat ride
• Take a stroll or bike ride along Braunschweig’s canal system, which winds through leafy neighborhoods and parks

§🧪 City of Innovation

• Home to TU Braunschweig, Germany’s oldest technical university
• Known for its research in science, aerospace, and engineering
• The city’s youthful energy shines through its cafés, festivals, and student life

§🍻 Local Food & Drink

• Try Braunkohl mit Bregenwurst (kale and sausage) in winter, or Spargel (asparagus) in spring
• Sip on regional beer or grab a seat in a cozy Brauhaus
• Don’t miss the lively cafés in the Magni Quarter

§🚆 Getting There

• Easily reached by train—about 1.5 hours from Berlin or 30 minutes from Hanover
• Compact and walkable, with a good tram network