New Delhi: Hanover, capital city of the state of Lower Saxony, is ready to delight visiting soccer fans with its fine, purpose-built football stadium.
Work to reconstruct the venerable Niedersachsenstadion was completed ahead of schedule in December 2004.
The arena, boasting a 50,000 capacity for Bundesliga fixtures, features a free-standing, 2,500 tonne roof supporting structure.
The sections of the roof overhanging the playing surface are constructed from an ultra-violet permeable foil, ensuring the pitch receives the light it needs to remain in perfect condition.
The playing area is naturally equipped with under-soil heating and drainage. The old 70-metre floodlight pylons in the corners have been replaced by a state-of-the-art roof-mounted lighting system, comprising 150 1,500 Lux spotlights.
Two 41-square-metre LED video walls provide spectator information and entertainment.
A 26,400-watt Public Address system featuring 66 loudspeakers guarantees superb audio effects.
The Niedersachsenstadion was completed in 1954 and has been home to Hannover 96 since 1959.
Building work began in March 2003 with the demolition of the North stand.
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