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If you want to experience the notion of a classic German pub, visit Gaststätte Plümecke situated in the Wilhelminian style quarter called List. The interior is very traditional and not stylish, that's for sure. Here you can find people of all classes and professions. The lawyer next to the electrician, the doctor face to face to the factory worker. You will get local beer (Herrenhäuser Pils) and delicious pub classics to eat as currywurst, french fries (probably the best in town) or a Frikadelle. But be cautious: don't try to take a seat by yourself. In the Plümecke you are seated by Brigitte, the innkeeper (which is very uncommon in Germany). Achtung: The Plümecke is closed at weekends. From Monday to Friday it opens at 7 pm (at least I think so).
Voßstraße 39;
Underground station: Lister Platz (a ten minute walk away)
Close to central station begins the Lister Meile, a homely shopping street. This mile-long pedestrian zone leads from the city centre to the Wilhelminian style quarter List. In the shops you can find the usual kind of stuff: clothing, books, fruits and vegetables. And there is even a store selling British food and candies (if you are homesick for English crisps and chocolate). In the Lister Meile (and in the area around) you can find lovely cafés and restaurants, where you can sit in or outside.
Underground stations: Hauptbahnhof, Lister Platz
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