The Speicherstadt is probably the best-known symbol of the maritime history of the Hanseatic city of Hamburg. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is the expression of Hamburg's rise and is one of the most beautiful sights today!
The world's largest contiguous warehouse complex, now over a hundred years old and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - that is the Speicherstadt Hamburg. Visitors to Hamburg can expect an idyllic setting that they would hardly expect to find in a world port: Wilhelminian brick Gothic from the Wilhelminian era, bizarre gables and turrets reflected in the canals.
The Speicherstadt - a popular photo motif on harbor tours
The Speicherstadt, a Hamburg landmark, is one of the main attractions on a Speicherstadt and harbor tour. The historic buildings are also very popular on city tours: a tour of the Speicherstadt is particularly relaxing when the weather is nice and you learn lots of interesting details about Hamburg's city history.
The world's largest contiguous complex of warehouses was built from 1883, five years before Hamburg received its free port. The unique district has been a listed building since 1991. The warehouses are built on pine piles and the district is criss-crossed by the so-called Fleeten - canals that are flooded depending on the tide and can then also be navigated by boat. When the tide is right, you can sail across the narrow canals on small barges to enjoy the architectural details. A canal cruise on a historic launch is an unforgettable experience. Departure is usually from the Landungsbrücken in St. Pauli. Groups can even charter an entire barge.
Romantic: the Speicherstadt in the evening light
As dusk falls, Hamburg's Speicherstadt is shrouded in an aura of mystery. This is when the red brick buildings and steel bridges are artfully illuminated by 800 spotlights. Enjoy the magical atmosphere of illuminated facades reflected in the water 365 days a year. The “Lichtkunst Speicherstadt” project is realized by the Licht-Kunst-Speicherstadt e.V. association, whose 50 members are responsible for the lighting, the corresponding power supply and the maintenance and repair.
Tip: Information about the history of the Speicherstadt, the work of the quartermasters (warehouse keepers) and typical warehouse goods such as coffee, cocoa or tea can be found in the Speicherstadtmuseum. You can also travel to the individual attractions of the Speicherstadt in comfort on the city tour bus. Other Hamburg attractions based in the Speicherstadt include the Miniatur Wunderland, the Hamburg Dungeon, Spicy's Spice Museum and something special for the coffee lovers among us: the Burg Coffee Museum. The Riverboat Church is also close by - this floating church in the harbor is unique in Germany. Right next to the Speicherstadt, HafenCity is currently being built in Europe's largest inner-city urban development project. The plans for the development of the future naturally fascinate many visitors, and accordingly tours are offered that also pass the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, the Spiegel Group publishing building and numerous top restaurants.
