When travelling to a different country, watching a sports match can be a great way to get a flavour of its culture and meet some new people.

Guests at Hannover hotels will be able to catch some ice hockey on 7th October, when the Hannover Scorpions take on the Augsburger Panthers at the TUI Arena.

Both teams play in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga and it is sure to be a fascinating game for neutrals.

The Scorpions last won the championship in the 2009-10 season, but they will be hoping this year will see them achieving the same feat under the watchful gaze of new coach Igor Pavlov.

However, the Panthers are unlikely to give in without a fight as they travel to the away game.

Residents of the Copthorne Hotel Hannover can reach the venue in just five minutes in a taxi, or it is a 25-minute walk for anyone who wants to stretch their legs.