Hamburg’s maritime atmosphere can be felt throughout the city: From architecture to food to the cry of gulls – you always know you are near the water. But don't think that you are actually at the coast: It's still 110 kilometers (68 miles) along the Elbe to the North Sea.
The city center consists of the two districts Altstadt and Neustadt which are separated by the Alsterfleet. The Hammaburg, a castle by the river, which was founded in the 9th century on the site of today’s Domplatz gave the city its name.
Just a few typical places and things you should check out:
Hamburg’s maritime atmosphere can be felt throughout the city: From architecture to food to the cry of gulls – you always know you are near the water. But don't think that you are actually at the coast: It's still 110 kilometers (68 miles) along the Elbe to the North Sea.
The city center consists of the two districts Altstadt and Neustadt which are separated by the Alsterfleet. The Hammaburg, a castle by the river, which was founded in the 9th century on the site of today’s Domplatz gave the city its name.
Just a few typical places and things you should check out:
Reeperbahn
St. Michaelis Kirche aka Michel
Hamburger Rathaus (City Hall)
Hamburger Hafen (Port of Hamburg) / Speicherstadt / Elbphilharmonie
Bridges
Fischmarkt
Reeperbahn
St. Michaelis Kirche aka Michel
Hamburger Rathaus (City Hall)
Hamburger Hafen (Port of Hamburg) / Speicherstadt / Elbphilharmonie
Bridges
Fischmarkt
Alster
Tierpark Hagenbeck
Alster
Tierpark Hagenbeck
Hamburger Kunsthalle
700 years of art history, from the Middle Ages to the present. The new addition, Galerie der Gegenwart (contemporary gallery), has made the museum internationally renowned.
Glockengießerwall, 20095 Hamburg
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Panoptikum
Germany’s first collection of wax figures has been on display for over 130 years.
Spielbudenplatz3, 20359 Hamburg
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Planten un Blomen
At the St. Pauli landing stages in Hamburg is the Wallringpark, a large recreational area that includes some of the city's most popular open spaces, such as the Old Botanic Garden and the Kleine and Grosse Wallanlagen, the gardens laid out on the line of the old fortifications. The best of these excellent parks is Planten un Blomen - quite literally translated as "Plants and Flowers". The lovely 116-acre park was established in 1821 with the planting of a Platanus tree that can still be seen here. It's a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a picnic, or if visiting at night, take in the famous water-light concerts or a musical performance.
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Blankenese
The probably most exclusive district in Hamburg. Enjoy a stroll through this residential area with beautiful houses, but be prepared for steep climbs and lots of steps! Reward yourself with a stunning view and homemade cake at the Kaffeegarten Schuldt, Süllbergsterrasse 30, 22587 Hamburg
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Travemünde & Timmendorfer Strand
Only a one-hour drive from central Hamburg, you get to two of the favorite bathing beach areas on the Baltic Sea. Follow the A1 in the direction of Lübeck.
Altes Land
South of the Elbe, between Finkenwerder and Stade, lies the largest fruit-growing area in Northern Europe. Come here for long walks or cycle rides.
Holsteinische Schweiz
A nature reserve northeast of Hamburg with over 200 lakes, including Großer Plöner See which is ideal for paddling, sailing and surfing.
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You will find more information and interesting places to visit on the official Hamburg website:
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The public transport system in Hamburg is very well-developed and is mostly very reliable. It includes U-Bahn (underground), S-Bahn (suburban trains), ferries and buses. The website www.hvv.de offers all information you might need, also in English. Please remember to validate your ticket before you start your journey by stamping it in one of the machines.
GENERAL SHOPPING HOURS
Large stores and city center: Mon - Sat 10 am to 8 pm
Smaller stores, stores located outside city center or in smaller towns:
Mon-Fri 9.30 am to 6 or 7 pm and Sat 9.30 am to 2 or 4 pm
All shops are closed on Sundays. Supermarkets generally open earlier, mostly 8 a.m.
Meridian Spa
Fitness, wellness, body care in five locations in Hamburg
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Fitness First
4 club categories: Lifestyle (high standard, modern atmosphere), Women, Platinum (exclusive locations, additional services such as swimming pool or spa), Black Label (5-star category, exclusive equipment, club lounge, additional services), 7 studios in Hamburg
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Kieser Training
Focus on strengthening specific muscle groups and offer health-oriented training for preventive and therapeutic purposes. 8 studios in and around Hamburg
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If you have a dog, you will need to register it at the local authorities and pay dog tax for it. You will receive a tag
for the dog’s collar after approx. 2 weeks of paying the invoice. It is obligatory that the dog wears this tag.
Hundestube Hamburg
Centrally located dog training, day care and dog walking
Bürgerweide 36, 20535 Hamburg, Tel: 040 2501075 / 0172 5483500
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Hundepension Pico Bello
Day care, spa, clothes and accessories
Mundsburger Damm 28, 22087 Hamburg, Tel: 040 79024181 / 0174 3445653,
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On account of repeated attacks on humans by certain dangerous dogs, the state governments in Germany
issued regulations regarding keeping certain dog races which are considered dangerous.
Dangerous dog races according to the HundeVO are amongst others Pitbull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Bulldog, Rottweiler.
Dogs that have in the past attacked or bitten humans or other animals without any apparent reason are also categorized as being dangerous.
For these above-mentioned dogs, the owner needs official permission from the relevant local authorities.
On account of repeated attacks on humans by certain dangerous dogs, the state governments in Germany issued regulations regarding keeping certain dog races which are considered dangerous.
Dangerous dog races according to the HundeVO are amongst others Pitbull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Bulldog, Rottweiler.
Dogs that have in the past attacked or bitten humans or other animals without any apparent reason are also categorized as being dangerous.
For these above-mentioned dogs, the owner needs official permission from the relevant local authorities.