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Visitors Plan Ahead

Discover Hamburg's top activities, restaurants, nightlife, shopping districts, clubs, places of worship and more.

Winter in Hamburg

Miniatur Wunderland has grown to become one of the nation's most popular attractions.
Miniatur Wunderland

Museums Miniatur Wunderland

The world's largest model railroad system has become one of the tourist highlights of Hamburg.​​​​​​

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Winter Activities Sledging Fun in Hamburg

While Hamburg's temperate maritime climate means heavy snowfalls are rare, the colder months of December through February bring occasional flurries, with January being the most likely month for snow. The snowfall may be light and short-lived, but it’s enough to create memorable sledging...

Young woman with a lily in her hair receiving a hot stone massage.
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Wellness Spas in Hamburg

Discover Hamburg’s finest spa retreats to keep you warm, relaxed and revived during the colder months.

Christmas tree on the Binnenalster in Hamburg
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Holiday Season Celebrating Christmas in Hamburg

If you’re spending Christmas in Hamburg for the first time, here’s what you should know about how the city celebrates.

The Alster Swans in Hamburg, Germany
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Living and Breathing Landmarks The Alster Swans

The swans on the Alster lakes have a special meaning for Hamburg — so don’t you dare to insult them.

Experience Hamburg's entertaining side
Savoy Filmtheater

Film & Cinema Cinemas in Hamburg

Not sure where to find films in their original language? From tiny hole-in-the-wall theatres to multiplexes, we've got you covered.

Arabesques Franco-German Cultural Festival
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Franco-German Cultural Event Arabesques Festival

Discover the confluence of Franco-German heritage at the Arabesques Festival, a unique celebration of cultural dialogue through music, literature, and the arts.

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Skurrilum St. Pauli

Activities Escape Games

One room, one hour, one mission. Take a look at the broad range of English-language escape game providers in Hamburg.​​​​​​

Ice Skating Rinks in Hamburg, Germany
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Winter Fun Ice Skating Rinks

Various locations, til Mar: Up for some frosty fun? Get your skates on and twirl, glide, or simply try to keep upright.

Lucrecia Dalt / klubkatarakt
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Experimental Music Festival Klubkatarakt

Unique concerts, sound and video art - this experimental music festival treats visitors to a stream of sounds and images.

Hamburg's museums host excellent exhibitions
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Visitors Museums

From modern art and German romanticism to ethnology and maritime history, Hamburg boasts a wide variety of museums.

New Year's Eve in Hamburg, Germany
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Holidays New Year's Eve

'Silvester' in Hamburg: Traditions, sparkling wine, and dinner with the famous Miss Sophie.

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Holidays & Celebrations New Years Eve Parties

Want to celebrate New Years Eve in Hamburg? We have a list of the city's best parties.

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SNOW DOME Bispingen

Events Snow Dome Bispingen

South of Hamburg, winter sports enthusiasts can hit the powder all year long. SNOW DOME is every skier's dream come true.​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Plan Ahead Valentine's Day

Want to surprise your significant other for Valentine’s? Make it a day to remember in romantic Hamburg.