Discover the upscale culture of Hamburg.

Step ashore and enjoy Hamburg, Germany’s most beautiful city. One of the most important harbors in Europe, the city is proud of its maritime and mercantile roots. Its warehouse district, the one-hundred- year-old Speicherstadt is a surprisingly pretty neighborhood and the world’s largest contiguous warehouse complex.

As both the wealthiest and greenest city in Germany, Hamburg boasts a diverse array of culture and entertainment. Luxury shopping, classical and erotic art, historical monuments and day or evening socializing are all top-notch here.

LOCAL CUISINE SHOPPING Go straight for frikadelle Plenty of major luxury here, the predecessor of designers are from the beloved hamburger Hamburg or have (or Hamburger, as it were). spent time here. The This pan-fried patty is made big labels are easy with a bit of stale bread to find, particularly and egg and served with in the Blankenese potatoes or veggies. neighborhood.

Other local favorites include birnen, bohnen und For more adventurous souvenirs, head to speck or pears, beans and bacon in a , aalsupp, , the famed red-light district in the a soup with eel and whatever else is around or St. Pauli neighborhood. labskaus, a salted corned dish with pickled sides. Nautical themed gifts are popular here, too. Hamburgers (the people, not the patties) like beer over Look for striped fisherman’s sweaters or replica wine. A lovely refreshment is Alsterwasser or beer and and antique maritime souvenirs, like anchors, lemonade, named for the Alster River through the city. compasses or deck lights.

CURRENCY Germany uses the euro. Tip 10-15% in restaurants. Bring cash. Credit cards are not the norm here. HAMBURG GERMANY

PLACES OF INTEREST TOP 3 LAND DISCOVERIES

1. SPEICHERSTADT HANSEATIC VILLAS AND LIFESTYLE Discover this historic stretch of the world’s largest contiguous warehouse complex. Discover the beautiful homes of the historic wealthy along the River. 2. REEPERBAHN See the Jenisch House, now a museum, Have fun on St. Pauli’s most famous street, a red featuring furnishings from the 16th light district with a lively atmosphere. through 19th centuries, before arriving in Blankenese, Hamburg’s most exclusive 3. HAMBURG TOWN HALL neighborhood, to enjoy sparkling wine View this ornate tower and building, an unusually and finger foods in a bistro. showy monument for Hamburg.

4. MÖNCKEBERGSTRASSE HAMBURG BY LAND AND SEA Browse or shop in Hamburg’s center, known for its Experience the unique charm of Hamburg. variety of well-known stores. Discover the historic district, Speicherstadt, and cruise the city’s waterways in a charter 5. NEUER WALL boat along the skyline. Pass St. Michael’s Explore the high-end stores of this famous street Church, Planten and Blomen Park, St Pauli’s for the latest in fashion. red light district and Jungfernstieg before the World War II memorial at 6. ST. MICHAEL´S CHURCH St. Nicholas’ Church. Contemplate the most popular church in Hamburg’s bronze statue atop its highest peak. LUBECK - UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE 7. ALSTER Admire this tributary of the River Elbe as it runs Explore medieval Lübeck, a UNESCO through the city providing green spaces. World Heritage Site since 1987. Tour the town from Holsten Gate, walking through beyond city center the courtyards and lanes of the historic area. See the 12th century church St. Mary’s, BLANKENESE home to the world’s largest mechanical Relax in Hamburg’s most upscale neighborhood, organ, and learn about marzipan, the full of boutiques, bistros and homes. town’s most delicious export.

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