Located on the east side of Hanover is the beautiful municipal forest of Eilenriede, an area of outstanding natural beauty, which covers some 1,600 acres of land.
This huge recreation area — one of the largest inner-city forests in all of Europe — contains numerous footpaths and bridle paths just waiting to be explored, along with playing fields and open spaces for relaxation.
Fun things to do here include visiting Hanover Adventure Zoo, hiking and biking its extensive network of trails, enjoying a forest-top trekking experience... or sunbathing. There's also a large playground for the kids, as well as a good cafe with plenty of outdoor seating.
