Hamburg Germany Tourist


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Hamburg Germany Tourist

Hamburg Germany Tourist

Hamburg, on the Elbe River, is one of Germany’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities. The “gateway to the world” was almost totally destroyed by fire in 1842 and in 1943 Allied bombers during World War II nearly obliterated the city, killing tens of thousands. Today, “Hansa Stadt” Hamburg is a popular tourist destination offering visitors a distinctive charm, superior shopping, an extensive menu of cultural experiences, and an historical tradition that can be explored throughout the city as well as its over sixty museums.

Tor Zur Welt (Gateway To the World)

One of the best ways to see Hamburg is by taking an extended “Hafenrundfahrt” or harbor cruise. One of Northern Europe’s busiest ports, Hamburg has always relied on trade in its over 1200 year history and this is still true today. From the harbor cruise visitors can catch a glimpse of the iconic “Michel,” the spire of St. Michael’s that has for centuries been the welcoming symbol for seafaring folk returning home after long voyages throughout the world. Additionally, the harbor cruise allows visitors to better understand the depth of Hamburg’s shipping trade. Along the banks of the Elbe, visitors will see the old “Speicher” buildings, warehouses that for many decades served as depots for unloaded goods coming from every corner of the globe. Today, these structures house stores and luxury apartments.