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 Futuristic bridge in the harbour |
Köhlbrandtbrücke Hamburg, Hamburg 21107 Germany +49 (0)40 3005 1300 (Information fur touristen) |
This steel suspension bridge, built in 1973-74, is an integral part of the city's landscape today. Almost 4km long, this architectural masterpiece is one of Europe's longest bridges, and certainly one of its most elegant. It was the first connection between the eastern and western parts of the harbour. 1700 large poles support the four lanes of traffic, and 88 iron cables hold the middle part of the bridge. Underneath it, ships can travel through the Köhlbrandt, an artificial basin over 300m wide. The view of the port from here is breathtaking. Pedestrians are not allowed on Köhlbrandt bridge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The soul of Hamburg |
Anleger Jungfernstieg ATG Alster-Touristik GmbH Hamburg, Hamburg 20354 Germany +49 (0)40 35 7424 x0 http://www.alstertouristik.de/ |
If the harbour is the heart of Hamburg, then the Alster is its soul. Created by damming a tributary of the River Elbe in the 13th century, the lake is now an integral part of the cityscape and lends Hamburg its inimitable atmosphere. The Außenalster (Outer Alster) covers an area of 160 hectares and is almost entirely surrounded by parks and trees. The 18-hectare Binnenalster (Inner Alster) was separated from the Outer Alster in the 17th century and is flanked by three promenades: the Ballindamm, Jungfernstieg and Neuer Jungfernstieg. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Picture postcard views |
St. Pauli Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 3005 1300 (Information für Touristen) |
The impressive Landungsbrücken and Old Elbe Tunnel are probably Hamburg's most popular picture postcard motifs. Built in 1906-10 by Ludwig Raabe and Otto Wöhlecke, the 420 meters long building features two towers of differing heights, as well as a number of bridge-shaped passageways and copper domes. Several piers lead out to floating pontoons in the middle of the Elbe. These were once used as mooring points for the galleons which frequented the city, but are now used primarily by sightseeing boats. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old river tunnel |
Bei den St.-Pauli-Landungsbrücken Hamburg, Hamburg 20359 Germany +49 (0)40 3005 1300 (Information für Touristen) |
Built in 1907-11, the oldest of the Elbe Tunnels links the district of St. Pauli with the island of Steinwerder. The twin tunnel is 426m long, 4.70m wide, 4.50m high and runs just 6m below the river. Built for traffic, cyclists and pedestrians, the tunnel is decorated with ornaments and tiles and can only be reached by lift or down the staircase. The interesting dome-shaped entrance hall on the north side was built by Ludwig Raabe and Otto Wöhlecke. Due to increasing amounts of traffic, even the New Elbe Tunnel has just been extended to an extra lane. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The world's largest warehouse complex |
Freihafen Hamburg, Hamburg 20457 Germany +49 (0)40 3005 1300 (Information für Touristen) |
Built at the end of the 19th century, the Speicherstadt is the world's largest warehouse complex. The warehouses, many of which are up to eight storeys high, are all made of brick; the copper roofs and small towers serve as decorative features. Interestingly enough, the historic Speicherstadt still serves its original purpose and a multitude of different wares, from spices to carpets, are stored in the huge warehouses erected by local merchants over a century ago. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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