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Germany

Braunschweig / Roaring lion of Lower Saxony

MeowScore 😸82/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

December

Enchanting Christmas atmosphere and activities.

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january

Visit the Christmas market, enjoy ice skating and warm drinks. 🎄🎅

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february

Experience the Maschkerer Carnival and dance with costumed cats. 🎭🐱

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march

Enjoy the springtime gardens of Magniviertel with your feline friends.🌷🐈

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april

Take a stroll by the Oker River and spot fish with your cat eyes. 🐟👀

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may

Celebrate the Schoduvel carnival with your feline friends and join in the fun. 🍺🤪

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june

Relax in the Bürgerpark and soak up the sun with your furry friends. ☀️🐾

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july

Explore the rich history of Braunschweig with your curious cats. 🏰🐱

🎉
august

Attend the Magnifest and enjoy fireworks with your furry friends. 🎆🎇

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september

Sample regional cuisine and wine with your cat companions at the Wine Festival. 🍷🧀

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october

Visit haunted houses and celebrate Halloween with your spooky cats. 🎃👻

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november

Attend the Saint Martin's Day parade and enjoy the lanterns with your cat companions. 🕯️🐈

🎁
december

Experience the charming Christmas atmosphere and warm up with your furry friends. ❄️☃️

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The economical and shopping situation in Braunschweig - Germany is moderate for tourists. The prices are neither very cheap nor very expensive.

Consider visiting local markets for affordable shopping options and street food for budget meals.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

weekend break

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

weekend break

Braunschweig is a small city with compact historical centre that can be seen in a short time.

Tipping

5-10%

Standard German tipping customs apply

Tipping

5-10%

Standard German tipping customs apply

Cash is preferred but credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting the bill is common, ask for separate checks politely.

internet situation

great Speed

Good speeds from major providers

great Availability

Broadband widely available

great Cellular

Good coverage across major carriers

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking possible

Decent infrastructure

walkable

Good infrastructure & parks

LGBTQ friendly

Germany LGBTQ-friendly

Cat visited Braunschweig and found it purrfectly charming with its historical landmarks and cozy cafés.

The cat strutted through the quaint streets, admiring the architecture and dreaming of sipping creamy milk in the sunshine.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Brunswick Lion
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Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum
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Altstadtmarkt
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Staatstheater
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Burg Dankwarderode

The mainstream

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Brunswick Lion

Larger than life statue of a majestic lion on a pedestal. Erected by Duke Henry the Lion in the 12th century as his symbol of power. 🦁

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Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum

Paws-itively Germanys oldest museum featuring art of the Middle Ages. Currently displaying masterpieces by Rubens and Rembrandt. 🎨

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Altstadtmarkt

Cat-stroll through the old market square of Braunschweig. Find local products, street performers, and furr-iendly cafes. 🐈

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Staatstheater

Purr-fect destination for cultural entertainment. Cat-tivating performances of opera, ballet and theater are staged here. 🎭

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Burg Dankwarderode

Historic castle built in the 12th century, now housing a museum of local history. Meow-gnificent views from the tower. 🏰

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Off the beaten path

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The Livingroom
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Museum of Photography
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Riddagshausen Nature Reserve
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Zebra Bar
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Happy Belly Bakery

Off the beaten path

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The Livingroom

A cozy and quirky cat cafe where you can play with adoptable kitties, enjoy a cup of tea, and even attend yoga classes! 🐱☕🧘‍♀️

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Museum of Photography

A fascinating museum dedicated to the art and history of photography. They have an impressive collection of vintage cameras and prints. 📷🎨🖼️

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Riddagshausen Nature Reserve

A quiet and peaceful forest park with scenic walking trails and a magical hidden pond. The purrfect place to go on a nature adventure. 🌳🐾🦋

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Zebra Bar

A small and stylish cat-themed bar with great cocktails and a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a chill night out with friends. 🍸😺🌃

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🐱
Happy Belly Bakery

A cozy cat-friendly cafe with delicious homemade pastries, cakes, and sandwiches. They even have a special menu for feline guests! 🐾🥐🍰

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biking possible

Decent infrastructure

walkable

Good infrastructure & parks

LGBTQ friendly

Germany LGBTQ-friendly

Mindful meoweler tips

Braunschweig's Half-Asleep Lions

Lions are the city's symbol and can be found all over Braunschweig, from statues to souvenirs. Legend has it that Braunschweig is protected by lions who only awaken during times of danger.

The Schoduvel Cat Parade

Every year, the Schoduvel Carnival features a whimsical parade with colorful floats and costumed participants, including the iconic cat who leads the way.

Magnificent Henry the Lion

The bronze statue of Henry the Lion, a famous medieval ruler, is located in Castle Square and is considered one of the finest examples of German bronze art.

Useful external sites

www.braunschweig.de/english/tourism/index.html

Braunschweig Tourismus↗

Official tourism website of Braunschweig with information on sights, accommodation, events, and more.

www.staatstheater-braunschweig.de

Staatstheater Braunschweig↗

Website of the State Theatre of Braunschweig with information on current performances and tickets.

riddagshausen.info/ueber-riddagshausen/besucherplattform

Viewing platform Riddagshausen↗

Website with information on the viewing platform in Riddagshausen, offering views over the nature reserve and the city.

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