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Hamburg

Fascinating port city in the north

Shrill, cool and adventurous, the green metropolis on the water presents itself with more bridges than Venice. Chic and noble shopping streets, art, theater, music, numerous museums and eroticism, this is the fascinating harbor city in the north.

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Highlights

Did you know that Hamburg has more bridges than Venice? The Speicherstadt, which stretches over 1.5 km, is home to a large number of them. That's why the city is also known as the Venice of the North. In the past, the Speicherstadt served as a free trade zone, and from 1881 to 1888, it was possible to trade duty-free in the port of the Speicherstadt. Over the years, the port of Hamburg has continued to evolve.
The Elbphilharmonie concert hall is a good example of how the metropolis is undergoing change. After 10 years of construction, the concert hall was opened on 11 January 2017. In addition to the attractive city centre and the impressive harbour, the Hanseatic city now has one more impressive attraction. City trips to Hamburg will never go out of fashion due to the constant change.
With over 50 museums, those interested in culture will also get their money's worth. Hamburg's art mile begins not far from the main railway station. The Hamburger Kunsthalle and the Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe are located here.
If you want to turn night into day, the Reeperbahn and Schanzenviertel neighbourhoods are the place to be. In addition to discos, concerts, cosy bars and pubs, the neighbourhood offers everything that makes the heart of night owls beat faster. Immerse yourself in the vibrant nightlife of St. Pauli. Get insider tips on the St. Pauli neighbourhood tour.
"Planten un Blomen" is Low German and means "plants and flowers" - and there really are a lot of them here and, above all, many different ones. Situated in the centre of the city, where the ramparts used to be, this beautifully landscaped park of around 45 hectares offers relaxation and nature in the urban jungle. There is something for every visitor in "Planten und Blomen" with its many different themed gardens. At the large lake, you can admire the famous and impressive water features in the evenings and during the day in summer, when the fountains are illuminated in bright colours to the sound of classical music.
Three musical theatres enchant audiences of all ages

Insider Tips

Port anniversary

Since its launch in May 1189, it has developed into the largest harbour festival in the world. Over the course of just two days, more than 300 ships and their «sea dogs» of all sizes and varieties can be admired on the Elbe. For Open Ship, some even open their hatches to the public. This cheerful festival features over 200 programme items with demonstrations, concerts, fireworks and food from all over the world. No wonder this maritime event attracts 1 million visitors.

St. Pauli night market

The weekly market in the St. Pauli district opens its doors every Wednesday at around 4.00 pm. You will find the market directly on Spielbudenplatz, in the heart of the Reeperbahn. As at conventional weekly markets, you can also buy food from the region at the market stalls at the St. Pauli night market.

Fish market

A must for every visitor to Hamburg: the legendary fish market on the Elbe. If you want to be there, you have to get up early - but it's worth it! Whether fresh fish, vegetables or flowers, everyone will find what they are looking for at the harbour. A special highlight is the brunch in the historic fish auction hall accompanied by jazz, skiffle, country and western music.

Elbjazz festival

At the end of May, the crème de la crème of jazz musicians are drawn to the Elbe. For two days at the beginning of June, the whole city of Hamburg jazzes and swings at over 50 concerts. Stages are provided in such unusual locations as the holds of a former refrigerated freighter, a church nave, the Bloom+Voss shipyard and the Elbphilharmonie concert hall. The great atmosphere ensures new visitor records every year.

Duckdalben - sailor's yarn

The DUCKDALBEN Seamen's Club in Hamburg harbour has existed for 25 years now to offer the many seafarers who spend their days in the harbour an opportunity to spend their free time away from the ship. Guests are welcome and anyone who asks the sailors questions will learn more about the sea and foreign cultures than anywhere else. It is a piece of Hamburg, an integral part of the harbour, lived charity and wanderlust in equal measure.

Frau Hedis Tanzkaffee

A trip on «Frau Hedis Tanzkaffee» is worthwhile for all those who are young at heart. The party ship, which chugs around Hamburg's harbour, docks at St. Pauli Landungsbrücken every hour. The «Tanzkaffee» offers the ideal combination of a harbour cruise and a nice party.

Planten un Blomen

Planten un Blomen is Low German and means «plants and flowers» - and there really are a lot of them here and, above all, many different ones. Located in the centre of the city, where the ramparts used to be, this beautifully landscaped park of around 45 hectares offers relaxation and nature in the urban jungle. In «Planten und Blomen» there is something for every visitor with many different themed gardens. In summer, the famous and impressive water games take place on the large lake every evening and also during the day, when the fountain is illuminated in bright colours to the accompaniment of classical music.