Gifhorn, Germany

Gifhorn Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 42.5 thous. (2019)Area: 40.69 mi²Elevation: 180 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 52°29'3"N, 10°32'45"E
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Lower SaxonyGermany

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Gifhorn Top Attractions

Gifhorn Attractions - What to See and Explore

Gifhorn offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: International Wind- and Watermill Museum, Gifhorn Castle, Adventgemeinde Gifhorn-Mitte, St. Bernward. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • gifhorn castle
  • adventgemeinde gifhorn mitte
  • st bernward gifhorn
  • lady devorgilla gifhorn
  • meilenstein gifhorn
  • st altfrid gifhorn
Day trips

Gifhorn – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Gifhorn, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Autostadt (Wolfsburg), Hanover Zoo (Hanover), Bergen-Belsen concentration camp (Bergen).

  • autostadt wolfsburg11 milesE
  • hanover zoo33 milesW
  • bergen belsen concentration camp33 milesNW
  • hildesheim cathedral34 milesSW
  • schloss marienburg hildesheim39 milesSW

Best Time To Visit Gifhorn

Learn when is the best time to travel to Gifhorn weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in June and August.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Gifhorn?

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