The motto of the Paradox Museum is: Expect the unexpected! How does that work? You will often ask yourself this question in this very special museum in the centre of the city. Optical illusions, impossible visions and brain jogging deluxe under one roof guarantee a visit that will make you question your own sanity and leave a lasting impression.

What better time to pick up pen and paper again than on a cold winter evening, perhaps by candlelight and with a warm cup of tea? The Montblanc House has all the motivation you need: the “Inspire Writing” exhibition shows the history of the Hamburg-based company and allows visitors to take a look behind the scenes. Discover the original manuscripts of Frida Kahlo and Ernest Hemingway and get inspired at a calligraphy course or a writing seminar.

Warm hands guaranteed: In the most modern climbing hall in northern Germany, all climbing beginners and pros can really let off steam. On 3,500 m² of climbing wall with walls around 17 meters high, everyone gets their money's worth. And best of all: the mountain air has pleasant temperatures all year round. After a successful descent, you can enjoy pizza and craft beer in the in-house restaurant.

Hamburg and shipping are inextricably linked. The International Maritime Museum exhibits all kinds of treasures and tangible witnesses to 3000 years of seafaring and takes visitors on adventurous journeys to unknown worlds.

Colorful, loud, funny and crazy - just the right program for an evening in St. Pauli. At Schmidts TIVOLI, it is anything but cold even in the cold season and an evening under the motto “Winter Glitter” will leave you enchanted - and anyone who discovers glitter confetti in their hair the next morning will no longer be surprised after this spectacle.

Off to new worlds: Eight virtual adventures transport you to new worlds in Sandbox VR. Thanks to advanced full-body motion capture technology and realistic haptics, it feels like you're right in the middle of it all and winter is far away!

No city trip is complete without a souvenir: All my friends in Sternschanze sells handmade, recycled and fair trade items. The cozy store is fun to browse through and one or two souvenirs are sure to end up in your suitcase.

Cold outside and warm at heart: Hamburg's new address for jazzy tunes. In a wonderful ambience with a view of the canal not far from Hamburg City Hall, you can unwind to live music, spend relaxing hours with a cool drink and be entertained by jazz, blues, funk and soul.

Feasting your way through Hamburg's newest district in three hours and enjoying the breathtaking panoramic view from the Elbphilharmonie as a special treat? In winter with a very special flair, when a light mist hovers between the tall buildings of HafenCity and the cold air really whets the appetite.

The magical hero from many a nursery has grown up and is himself the father of magical children who go to school at Hogwarts and are confronted with their family heritage there. Immerse yourself in the world of Harry Potter 19 years after the battle for Hogwarts - experience magical hours in the Theater am Großmarkt - not just for Harry Potter fans!