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- German
- English
Discover the soul of Germany's gateway to the world. It is a deep dive into the paradox of Hamburg – a city where the church served the harbor, where beautiful architecture veiled brutal hard labor, and where the scent of coffee and spices once mingled with the smoke of industry. From the spiritual heights of the 'Michel' to the underground depths of the Elbe tunnel, we follow the red thread of trade that transformed a medieval merchant city into a modern cultural metropolis. Come and discover the secrets of the free port, the tragedy of the Great Fire, and the hidden machinery behind the world's largest warehouse city.
- 5.4 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 135 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and urbanism & innovation
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Hamburg Central Station take local transport towards St. Michael's Church. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to St. Michaelis Main Church. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from the Old Elbe Tunnel to the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken to the nearest stop and take local transport back to Hamburg Central Station. The starting point is the Old Elbe Tunnel, at the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Hamburg. Check connection on travel day.
Itinerary
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1St. Michael's Church
The spiritual and maritime landmark of Hamburg, known as 'Der Michel'.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Deichstrasse
The last received ensemble of old merchant houses, survivors of the Great Fire.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The iconic view of the world's largest warehouse complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The former boiler house that powered the hydraulic machines of the Speicherstadt.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Elbphilharmonie
Hamburg's modern concert hall, built on an old cocoa warehouse.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Alter Elbtunnel
The floating investors and the entrance to the historic tunnel for the dockworkers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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