Pros and Cons of Living in Hannover

"Expats in Hannover appreciate the city's friendly and welcoming atmosphere. They also enjoy the city's vibrant cultural scene, with its many museums, galleries, and theatres. The city's excellent public transportation system makes it easy to get around, and the locals are known for their hospitality and helpfulness. Additionally, Hannover is known for its excellent food, with a variety of restaurants offering both traditional German cuisine and international dishes. Finally, the city's parks and green spaces provide a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors," said a person living in Hannover.

"I have type 1 diabetes and I was absolutely blown away by how amazing it was. I cannot say enough about this. My wife and I also did in-vitro fertilization, pregnancy and post-natal experience and it cost us 100 euros for the whole thing - with great results. I appreciated the emphasis on recycling, public transport was efficient (we didn't need cars), everything was in walking distance for us, and it was easy to navigate everything in English," explained one expat living in Hannover.

"Expats in Hannover often find the language barrier to be the most challenging aspect of the local culture. Many locals speak German as their first language, and it can be difficult for expats to communicate with them without a good grasp of the language. Additionally, the local customs and traditions can be difficult to understand for those who are not familiar with them. Expats may also find it difficult to adjust to the slower pace of life in Hannover, as well as the colder climate," said one person in Hannover.

"I think the most challenging thing is the perception of German unfriendliness. The old people in German are absolutely horrible. They are by far the rudest, selfish, nasty people I have ever had to deal with. Other than that, it is a culture that really doesn't care to make small talk like in the states. I appreciate that, but some people see that as rude," remarked one expat in Hannover.