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Things to see in Hanover (United States): 15 places and when to go
Hanover is a town in United States, and this site lists 15 places in and around it, mainly Nature (11), Mountains (11), Food and drink (3). The best known are Hunter Mountain, Indian Head Mountain and Kaaterskill High Peak. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 56. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 42.1405, -74.164
- Places
- 15 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (11) · Mountains (11) · Food and drink (3) · Architecture (1) · History (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 162 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Hunter Mountain, at 1,228 m.
What to see in Hanover
The places in and around Hanover, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Hunter MountainMountain in New York, United States of America6.9 km
- Indian Head MountainMountain in United States of America4.9 km
- Kaaterskill High PeakMountain in Greene County, New York, United States7.3 km
- Overlook MountainMountain in New York, United States8.5 km
- BlackheadMountain in United States of America15 km
- Plateau MountainMountain in Greene County, New York, United States900 m
- Rusk MountainMountain in United States of America12 km
- Southwest Hunter MountainMountain in United States of America7.0 km
- Thomas Cole MountainMountain in the United States of America15 km
- Van Loan HillMountain in United States of America15 km
- Beetree HillMountain in United States of America10 km
- Empire State Railway MuseumRailway museum in Phoenicia Railroad Station14 km
- Hunter Mountain BreweryBrewery6.9 km
- West Kill BrewingBrewery12 km
- Woodstock BrewingBrewery15 km
When to go to Hanover
The best time to visit Hanover is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:15
- FebPossible10:21
- MarPossible11:40
- AprBest time13:09
- MayBest time14:23
- JunBest time15:04
- JulBest time14:47
- AugBest time13:43
- SepBest time12:16
- OctBest time10:50
- NovPossible9:34
- DecPossible8:56
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 56. In April, 15 of the 15 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Hanover
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 162 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Catskill16 places24 km
- Reading7 places28 km
- Red Hook14 places31 km
- Gilboa12 places37 km
- Arkville11 places38 km
- New Hartford8 places38 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Hanover?
The best known: Hunter Mountain, Indian Head Mountain, Kaaterskill High Peak, Overlook Mountain, Blackhead. In all, 15 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Hanover?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 56.
How do you get to Hanover?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 162 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Hanover as the destination and these 15 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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