The Hoppener Haus saw its construction in 1532. Its name originates from the citizen Simon Hoppener. He worked as Amtschreiber (scribe) and Rentmeister (treasurer) for the Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg in 16th century.
Tag: Lower Saxony
Bomann Museum in Celle
The museum for Lower Saxon ethnology and history was built in the years 1903/07 by architect Alfred Sasse in the style of historicism. First, the museum’s name was Vaterländisches Museum (National Museum). In 1928, it got the name of its founder Wilhelm Bomann. [German]
Building dating back to 1544 in Celle
A building in Celle built Anno Domini 1544. I like the special shape of the doors in each floor.
House dating back to 1534 in Celle, Germany
Celle offers the largest amount of half-timbered houses in Europe. On my walk, I came across this building dating back to 1534.
Half-timbered houses in Celle
Celle offers more than 400 half-timbered houses in the old part of the city. I show you some of the most beautiful ones on the following pages.
Schloss Celle in Celle
Celle Castle, located in the town of Celle in Lower Saxony, is a Renaissance and Baroque palace with over 700 years of history. Originally built as a fortified castle in the 13th century, it was transformed into a residence for the House of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
Manhole cover in Hanover
A manhole cover seen in Hannover, Germany. I know the coat of arms of Hannover which is in the center of the emblem but what about the two lions and the helmet? Do you know the meaning of this coat of arms?
Marienburg Castle in Pattensen
On a freezing winter day, I took a guided tour through this fairy-tale castle named Marienburg (Schloss Marienburg). You find it 20 km south of Hanover. The Gothic revival castle saw its completion in 1867 and was a birthday present by King George V of Hanover to his wife, Marie of Saxe-Altenburg. [German]