The site is located just 21 minutes by car from Hannover in the area of Lower Saxony, which is economically important for agriculture, manufacturing, services and trade. The Hannover Region is also a vital European transportation hub. Major motorways, railways, and an international airport are additional components of the city’s and regional transport infrastructure for freight, goods and passengers. The North–South A7, East– West A2, and Northeast–Northwest A1 motorways are regional road connections of international importance.