Hannover Hauptbahnhof facts for kids
Hannover Hauptbahnhof is the main train station in the German city of Hanover, which is in the state of Lower Saxony. The name "Hauptbahnhof" comes from the German words for "main station." It's a super important place for travel in Hanover, with about 250,000 people using it every single day! That's like a small city passing through its doors daily.
A Busy Hub for Travelers
This station is a busy place where all kinds of trains come and go. You'll find local trains that take people around the city, regional trains that connect Hanover to nearby towns, and even long-distance trains that travel across Germany and beyond. To handle all these trains and passengers, Hannover Hauptbahnhof has 12 tracks spread across 6 platforms. Imagine how many trains can be there at once!
A Look Back in Time
The first train station in Hanover opened way back in 1843. That's almost 200 years ago! The building you see today is newer, though. It was opened in 1879, replacing the older one. Over the years, the station has been updated and rebuilt to keep up with the growing number of travelers.
Right in front of the main station building, you'll see a large statue. It shows Ernest Augustus, who was the King of Hanover, riding a horse. This statue is a famous landmark and a meeting point for many people in the city.
Images for kids
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Central station in about 1850 (an old drawing)
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1861: The second building during the opening of the Ernest August Monument
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The Hauptbahnhof around 1900
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The underpass created when the tracks were raised (looking towards Raschplatz)
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The station after being damaged in 1945
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View from Raschplatz of the back of the station
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The Niki-de-Saint-Phalle-Promenade, a walkway under the station
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Up to platform 7/8
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The underground station for the city's light rail system
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See also
In Spanish: Estación Central de Hannover para niños
