Braunschweig meets at the Schützenplatz

Finally, roasted almonds and a colourful hustle and bustle on the Schützenplatz again. A large selection of showmen awaits you. Just have a look.

Important dates:

Wednesday - family day with reduced prices

the big

The Schützenplatz in Hanover covers a total area of 10 hectares, making it one of the largest festival sites in Germany. The Oktoberfest has been taking place since 1964 and is now the largest of its kind in northern Germany with around 600,000 visitors.

A well-balanced amusement park awaits you with attractions for young and old.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by bus - The festival site can be reached by all public transport lines after changing at the New Town Hall to the RBO/ESKA buses in the

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