10 things you can do in Hamburg for free

Hundreds of container cranes rise majestically into the sky, creating an impressive backdrop at the Port of Hamburg. In the midst of this bustling port, huge container ships are unloaded and loaded. Their sheer size will leave you speechless. The container cranes are a symbol of international trade and the importance of the Port of Hamburg as one of the largest seaports in the world. A fascinating sight that will immerse you in a world of global trade.

On Hamburg's shady Elbe beach, where the sun dances on the water and the harbor charm enchants, you can experience the vacation feeling in the middle of the city. Pack a blanket and a few drinks, enjoy the sun and let yourself be enchanted by the Elbe.

Perfect place for a sunset with a great view of the Alster and the city center as a skyline. The highlight: At the adjacent Alsterperle you even get the matching drink.

The view of the harbor edge is simply outstanding from here. Directly on the corner at the kiosk there are various drinks & snacks to really enjoy this moment.

This erratic boulder probably immigrated to Hamburg during an ice age, lay in the Elbe for a long time and was found at the end of the last millennium during dredging work and brought to the banks of the Elbe. But that's not all: after its "immigration" it was first christened "Old Swede" in June 2000 and then officially naturalized. Since then he is - with his 217 tons - probably the biggest and heaviest citizen of the city.

Amidst the lively atmosphere of HafenCity, a hidden gem reveals itself - the Magellan Terraces overlooking the breathtaking Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall. Here, an extraordinary perspective of the architectural masterpiece opens up to you. Surrounded by stylish terraces and modern design, this place invites you to relax.

Most beautiful view of the TV tower - when the sun shines on it again at 8 pm.

Twice a day, a flap under the church tower clock of the Michel opens and a fanfare sounds. According to an old tradition, the "Turmtüter" blow chorales every morning at 10 a.m. and every evening at 9 p.m. (on Sundays also once again at 12 p.m.) in all four directions - clockwise. And really every day.This is an old custom that was introduced in Hamburg during the Reformation - more than 300 years ago. Until the lifting of the gate blockade on January 1, 1861, the trumpet chorale of the "Turmtüters" was the sign for the opening and closing of the city gates. Even without city gates absolutely worth seeing, or hearing.