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Hannover – Where Events Matter

H annover, the capital of

Lower Saxony, is internationally recognised as a key location for trade fairs and events of all kinds. Its welldeveloped infrastructure, compact city layout, and excellent connections by road, high-speed rail, and air make it easily accessible. The city offers a broad range of venues and accommodation options, making it well-suited to the needs of both event organisers and participants.
Science Meets Business – Events with Added Value Hannover’ s research institutions and scientific facilities shape its academic environment, supporting high-level conferences and expert meetings. The city is also home to global companies in automotive, engineering, healthcare, logistics, and insurance, creating a strong business network that benefits professional events.
Green. Smart. Sustainable. Hannover has extensive green areas, including Europe’ s largest urban forest and the Maschsee lake. The city also promotes smart mobility, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly technologies. Numerous best-practice initiatives demonstrate how forwardthinking, sustainable event planning can be successfully implemented in Hannover – balancing ecological responsibility with economic success.
A Year-Round Destination – and Always an Experience. In addition to its business appeal, Hannover offers a vibrant year-round calendar of cultural and entertainment highlights. From traditional flea markets along the River Leine to the
spectacular International Fireworks Competition or the beloved Maschsee Lake Festival – visitors are guaranteed unforgettable experiences both during and beyond their events.
Hannover Convention Bureau: The one-stop contact for planning and hosting successful events in the city and region. Under the motto‘ A Guest of Professionals’, the experienced team offers free support with tailored solutions, venue scouting, hotel bookings, and comprehensive event expertise – all from a single source. This saves time, money and resources – and helps discover a destination that elevates events to the next level.
Hannover Congress Centrum( HCC): Embodying the spirit of‘ Tradition meets Innovation,’ the Hannover Congress Centrum( HCC) blends historic charm with modern amenities under one roof.
Left: Convention Center – Moody Nolan
The nearly 111-year-old Stadthalle, featuring its iconic Kuppelsaal and expansive multifunctional halls, is complemented by a variety of spacious functional rooms and more than 26 conference and seminar spaces. In addition, the venue offers specialised areas like the video conference lounge and future meeting space, designed to cater to the demands of interactive and hybrid events. With a total of 41 rooms spanning 23,000sqm of event and foyer space, and seating for up to 15,000 people, HCC provides comprehensive in-house services such as catering, event technology, and PCO services. A dedicated contact person ensures seamless assistance from initial inquiry through to the final invoice, providing the highest level of planning security.
Messegelände Hannover: is the trusted home base for many top international event organisers who appreciate its wide range of advantages, including flexible hall sizes and customisable layouts that accommodate various event formats. Its reinforced floors and robust infrastructure support heavy machinery and complex technical setups, while a clearly structured site layout ensures efficient logistics and smooth visitor flow. Additionally, Deutsche Messe’ s commitment to sustainability helps reduce the carbon footprint of events and operations. An experienced, hands-on team delivers customised support to guarantee the success of every event.
Deutsche Messe stages international trade fairs in Hannover and across the globe and stands for partnership, creativity, smart solutions and services – dedicated to supporting organisers create extraordinary events that surpass expectations. Messegelände Hannover a proven hub for international events.
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