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Along the Elbe river

Hamburg's blue lifeline

You can experience the "big pots" - big ships - up close in Hamburg on numerous places along the Elbe. Away from the Landungsbrücken and the fish market, there are numerous other spots where you can experience the maritime lifestyle. On the Elbe beach you can relax wonderfully; don't forget your picnic basket! If you don't have any provisions, we recommend the numerous restaurants and cafés with a view of the Elbe - a special pleasure for all who like to enjoy themselves and watch the hustle and bustle on the river. If that's not close enough for you, how about a harbour cruise?

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Picturesque small harbour at the Elbe river Museum Harbour Oevelgönne

On 22 November 2024, the new visitor and information centre of the Oevelgönne Museum Harbour will be officially opened. Built on a historic floating pontoon, it not only offers exciting insights into Hamburg's maritime history, but also a panoramic…

Museum Harbour Oevelgönne
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Port of Hamburg

About 8,000 ships from all over the world call at Europe's second largest port. From Hamburgs cruise ship terminal to the historic Speicherstadt and the jetties to the modern container port - it smells like freedom and distant countries here.

Port of Hamburg
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Stroll, relax and watch the ships on the Elbe beach Elbe beach

The Elbe beach near Övelgönne is a pretty hot tip in summer. When the temperatures rise and the sun burns, nothing is more refreshing than a jump into the cool water.

Elbe beach
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Wasserkunst Elbinsel Kaltehofe

The foundation Wasserkunst Elbinsel Kaltehofe in the Hamburg district of Veddel is an impressive industrial monument, a species-rich nature park and a water art museum.

Wasserkunst Elbinsel Kaltehofe
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Guest moorings for motor and sailing yachts in the heart of Hamburg City Sporthafen Hamburg

For those who want to reach Hamburg on their own keel, the City sports harbour with its guest moorings in the heart of the city is a unique location.

City Sporthafen Hamburg
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Along the Elbe

Walk along the Elbe from HafenCity to Oevelgönne.

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Food and drink with a view

The best restaurants & cafés with a view of the Elbe

What could be better than combining a delicious meal, a hot drink and good company with a view of the Elbe? We show you where you have the best view and where you can simultaneously indulge in great cuisine.

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The Elbe. Up close. Best view from the water

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1h Harbour Tour Abicht

  • Starting at the Landungsbrücken
  • Following the vibrant quayside
  • Speicherstadt (depending on the tide)
  • Booking day ticktes
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Hop-on Hop-off Ticket "Maritime Circle Line"

  • Sightseeing from the water
  • 10 stops along Hamburg's attractions
  • Elbphilharmonie, Ballinstadt, etc..
  • Pay once and drive all day
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1h Harbour Tour Ehlers

  • Starting at the Vorsetzen-Anleger
  • Following the vibrant quayside
  • Speicherstadt (depending on the tide)
  • Exact time booking
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Gourmandising with the best view. Cafés and Restaurants along the Elbe

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Rive

Come and enjoy fish and seafood with a view of the Elbe at the restaurant Rive.

Rive
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Cult bar on the shore of the Elbe Strandperle

On sunny days, the river bank at Oevelgönne below Elbchaussee is as busy as the Copacabana.

Strandperle

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The whole world's port Maritime Hamburg

Desire for the water, harbour flair and large boats? Then you're in the right place so close to the Elbe. No matter whether you take off on your own or want to experience such highlights as the Harbour Birthday or Cruise Days, we tell you when and where you can enjoy Hamburg's maritime flair pure.

Maritime Hamburg
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Shipping & Cruises

Experience the metropolis on the Elbe before or after your cruise or just watch the ships. Be there live and up close when the most amazing cruise ships arrive at Hamburg's cruise terminals.

Shipping & Cruises
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Urban.Shore.Hamburg Hamburg – City at the waterfront

Life on the water makes Hamburg really special. Discover the city on the water and enjoy its maritime diversity.

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