Best historic site trails in Hamburg

Popular circular walk along the Alster, Hamburg Probably one of the most popular circular walks in Hamburg. The route suggested here takes about 3 hours. Starting at Jungfernstieg, it goes once around the Inner and Outer Alster. This famous city walk in the countryside leads past many of the Hanseatic city's sights, including Jungfernstieg and the picturesque Bellevue waterfront promenade. It also goes to the town hall, the Hamburg Kunsthalle and Mönckebergstraße in the city centre. The...

Popular and refreshing hike in Hamburg. The magnificent Alsterwanderweg follows the course of the Alster and offers great opportunities for hiking, cycling and relaxing. The section begins at the Ratsmühlendammbrücke near the Klein Borstel train station. It then goes under the shady canopy of leaves along the course of the Alster. There are restaurants to stop off at at the start and end points. The path ends near the Poppenbüttel train station. Highlights of the tour: - Mühlen pond -...

Beautiful circular route through Hamburg. The start is at the Landungsbrücken right next to the S-Bahn station. The tour takes in many of the harbour city's sights: Binnenalster, charming bridges, St. Nikolai Museum and HafenCity. And of course there are numerous restaurants and bakeries with coffee and Franzbrötchen. Highlights: - Hamburg harbour - Art gallery - Museum of Illusions - Traditional ship harbour

Popular city walk in Hamburg. Hamburg shows its green side on this circular route. The route crosses several parks belonging to the historic "Planten un Blomen" complex, including the Old Botanical Gardens and the ramparts. A visit to the Museum of Hamburg History, which is just a stone's throw from the starting point of the route (St. Pauli stop), provides a nice contrast to the blooming flowers and tropical plants. Highlights of the walk: - Park "Planten un Blomen" ("Plants and...

Family-friendly loop in the north of Hamburg. This route takes you on hilly but pleasant paths through the Wohldorfer Wald and Duvenstedter Brook nature reserves in the northeast of Hamburg. In addition to quiet forests, moors, and picturesque waters, this loop offers cultural and historical attractions such as the Brookhus or the "Historical Ice Cellar" monument. If you arrive by bus or train, you should get off at the Ohlstedt underground station (a short walk to the route). Highlights of...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Duvenstedter Brook nature reserve, Hamburg This circular route in Hamburg's northernmost district of Wohldorf-Ohlstedt leads through the species-rich Duvenstedter Brook nature reserve. There is plenty of variety awaiting hikers here: moors and picturesque streams, heathland and the marshland forests of Wohldorfer Wald make for a very natural hike on the outskirts of Hamburg. Dogs are prohibited in the entire nature reserve. Accessible by bus and train...

Popular cycle route along the Alster in Hamburg. The Alsterwanderweg is very popular with cyclists as well as walkers. This section of the cycle tour leads from the shopping centre in Poppenbüttel along the Alster valley to Hamburg city centre. Attractive residential neighbourhoods, numerous bridge crossings, quiet parks and forest sections make this tour quite varied. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. The route ends at the Alsterpavillon in the centre of...

Route of the Hamburg Mammut Marsch ("Mammoth March") in 2023. The route of the "Mammut Marsch"passes many of Hamburg's sights. Hafen-City, various parks, the Outer Alster lake and views of the harbour await. When running outside of the event day, it is essential to observe the road traffic regulations. Highlights: - Community running experience - Hamburg sights - Views of the Elbe and the harbour

Exciting, challenging tour in Hamburg. This is the route of the Hamburg Marathon 2017, please note the road traffic regulations. It is possible that some parts of this route have been closed especially for the marathon and are now integrated back into normal road traffic. Highlights of the tour: - Along the Elbe - Outer Alster & Alster - Hamburg City Park - Eppendorf Moor - Eppendorf Park - Oak Park - Alster foreland - Old Botanical Garden

This diverse route leads through Hamburg's largest public park in the west of the city. The path explores the extensive grounds of the Altona Volkspark, following a mixture of broad park paths, shaded forest trails, and well-maintained gardens. A central highlight is the contrast between near-natural woodland and artfully designed areas such as the dahlia garden or the school garden. In the old oak and beech stands, squirrels, tawny owls, and various songbird species can be brilliantly...