Herrenhäuser Allee, Historical avenue in Nord district, Hannover, Germany.
Herrenhäuser Allee is a 1.2 mi (1.9 km) long street in northern Hannover lined with four rows of linden trees throughout. It connects Königsworther Platz to the pavilion in Berggarten and features separate paths for pedestrians and cyclists on both sides.
The avenue was designed and built between 1726 and 1727 by landscape architect Ernst August Charbonnier to link Leine Palace with Herrenhausen Gardens. This project reflected 18th-century garden reform principles that shaped Hannover's landscape.
The avenue takes its name from Herrenhausen Gardens and shapes the district's character with its ordered greenery. The wide tree rows create a formal walk that feels both grand and welcoming.
The avenue works well for walking or cycling, with clear paths for both activities on either side. The wide layout makes it comfortable to move through on foot or by bike, though traffic may be heavier during peak hours.
Around 1,300 linden trees create a symmetrical arrangement that frames the walk like a corridor. This dense planting creates a spatial continuity that is rare among 18th-century garden streets.
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