hr4

hr4 is the Schlager programme of Hessischer Rundfunk, specifically tailored to the 50-plus generation. Musically, the station focuses on a wide range of German-language Schlager as well as international oldies and pop classics. Alongside up-to-the-minute news, the station’s regional roots in Hesse play a central role. In formats such as hr4 hört zu, reporters actively seek out exchanges with listeners on the ground to pick up on their everyday topics and stories. Culinary traditions also regularly find a place, for example through recipe suggestions for regional specialties such as the North Hessian bacon cake.

The programme is complemented by interactive actions that go beyond classic music broadcasting, for example through the digital hr4-Freundebuch or special theme weeks such as Stars auf vier Pfoten. The presenter team includes well-known voices such as Dieter Voss and Uwe Becker, who accompany listeners throughout the day. Technically, the station can be received not only on classic FM frequencies but also via the ARD Sounds app, which offers additional features such as rewinding the live stream by up to four hours. The station sees itself as a constant companion, providing its listeners in Hesse and beyond with news, weather and traffic updates from the region.