Auf der Horst
Auf der Horst is a SUB AREA in Hannover, Lower Saxony.
Auf der Horst is a tranquil district in the city of Garbsen, Lower Saxony, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle of nearby Hanover. This green suburb is characterized by its quiet residential streets, local parks, and easy access to the Steinhuder Meer nature reserve, a large shallow lake perfect for sailing, cycling, and birdwatching. Visitors can explore the historic town center of Garbsen, with its charming half-timbered buildings and local markets. The area is ideal for travelers seeking authentic German suburban life, with cozy cafes, traditional bakeries, and family-friendly walking trails. Its proximity to Hanover (just 15 km away) makes it a convenient base for exploring the region's cultural attractions, including the Herrenhausen Gardens and the Hanover Zoo. Auf der Horst offers a blend of rural tranquility and urban accessibility, perfect for a relaxed getaway.
Best time to visit Auf der Horst
May to September offers warm weather (20-25°C) and long daylight hours, ideal for outdoor activities like cycling around Steinhuder Meer. Spring (April-May) has blooming landscapes. Winter (December-February) is cold but charming for Christmas markets in Hanover.
October
NowTypical for October
- Weather
- Cool 6-14°C
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Low
- Prices
- Low
Autumn colors
Know before you go
Getting there
Hannover Airport
International
20 km away
Bremen Airport
International
110 km away
Münster Osnabrück Airport
International
150 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
50 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in cafes and hotels
Local SIM
Local SIM available at Hanover airport from €10
Stay safe
Overall
9/10Very safe; minimal scams.
Night safety
8/10Very safe; minimal scams.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
7/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 23:02
More facts
Population
7,050
Type
Suburb
Nearby areas in Hannover
Altes Hochschulviertel
Altewiek
Alt - Lehndorf
Am Hagenring
Anderten
Badenstedt
Bebelhof
Bemerode
Bult
Bürgerpark
Calenberger Neustadt
Davenstedt
Döhren
Garbsen-Mitte
Gartenstadt
Gliesmarode
Hahausen
Hainholz
Hauptbahnhof
Hauptfriedhof
Herrenhausen
Herrmannshöhe
Hohetor
Kirchrode
Kleefeld
Kralenriede
Lehndorf
Leinhausen
Limmer
Linden
Lindenberg
Linden-Mitte
Linden-Nord
Linden-Süd
Misburg
Misburg-Nord
Misburg-Süd
Mitte
Neues Hochschulviertel
Neuharlingersiel
Nordbahnhof
Oberricklingen
Ölper
Ölper - Holz
Oststadt
Pappelberg
Petritor - Nord
Petritor - Ost
Petritor - West
Prinzenpark
Querumer Forst
Querum - Wabenkamp
Ricklingen
Rothenburg
Rothenfelde
Rühme - Lincolnsdlg.
Rühme - Vorwerksdlg.
Rüningen
Schuntersdlg - West
Schwarzer Berg
Siegfriedviertel
Stadtkern
Stöcken
Stöckheim
Südstadt
Veltenhof
Viewegs Garten
Waldhausen
Waldheim
Weinberg
Westhagen
Wilhelmitor - Nord
Wilhelmitor - Süd
Wülfel
Wulsbüttel
Zoo
Zuckerberg
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Up de Host

