Hannover is the capital of the northern state Lower Saxony, and is full of historical sites, culture and attractions. If you want to discover something different, you can hire a car from Hannover and head over to the old town, where there is a flea market every Saturday. It is one of the oldest markets of its kind in Europe. If you wish to fully explore, then hire a car from Hannover and make your way south to Maschsee Lake. This huge artificial lake is one of the most popular recreational centres in the city. Once youre there, you can take part in the various water sports, or hire a boat and go for a cruise.
Lower Saxony is a culturally rich area of Germany, and you wont run out of things to do. Hiring a car from Hannover is a popular option for making the one hour drive to Bad Harzburg, one of the best spa resorts in Germany, and is a recognised saltwater spa and climatic health resort. If you want to go further afield and are feeling a little more adventurous, rent a car from Hannover and go horse riding in the region of Emsland. Its around a two and a half hour drive from Hannover, but the area is rich with riding schools and trekking centres so well worth making the trip if you love horse riding.