Hameln

City Hamelin, Lower-Saxony, Germany
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What to expect

Hamelin is a town on the river Weser in Lower Saxony, Germany, known for the tale of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. The town has a rich history, with a monastery founded in 851 AD and a surrounding village that became a town by the 12th century. Hamelin was a minor member of the Hanseatic League in the 15th and 16th centuries and was later a fortified border town of the Principality of Calenberg. The town is home to several fortresses, including Fort George, Fort Wilhelm, and Fort Luise, and features a sightseeing tower called the Klütturm. Visitors can explore the town's historic walls, guard towers, and fortresses, and enjoy the scenic views of the river Weser. The town also hosts events like the Booktoberfest, a family-friendly festival with activities and surprises for all ages

Plan your family visit to the Hameln with these blog insights 👇

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Weserbergland: Fabulous excursion tips

Weserbergland: Fabulous excursion tips
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the town of Hameln, where the Pied Piper is omnipresent. From mid-May to mid-September, there are regular free performances of the old legend in the city center. The Hameln Museum is a good place to visit all year round

Highlights: We enjoyed the free performances of the Pied Piper legend, and the museum offered a different view of the story ✨

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(Tip!) Hamelin with kids: sightseeing top 5!

(Tip!) Hamelin with kids: sightseeing top 5!
This family's experience:

Activities: We walked around town, had a bite to eat and drink at one of the downtown terraces and looked for tiles with a bronze rat on them

Highlights: The center of Hamelin is cozy and you can still find the beautiful old half-timbered houses in the downtown area ✨