Experience Hamburg's maritime charm and its cultural highlights, from the imposing harbor to the impressive Speicherstadt warehouse district. The live cams at the Empire Riverside Hotel in Hamburg offer you a fantastic view of the whole city, especially the Elbphilharmonie concert hall and the ships on the Elbe.
The Hanseatic city is the second largest city in Germany, is located in the north of the country and is connected to the North Sea via the Elbe. As an important port city , Hamburg offers a lively mix of maritime flair and urban life. Known for the Speicherstadt, the historical and architectural heart of the city, Hamburg is criss-crossed by hundreds of canals, giving the city the nickname "Venice of the North" . The river Alster, which has been dammed into two artificial lakes, the Binnenalster and the Außenalster, flows into the immediate vicinity of the city center, enriching the area with numerous cafés and promenades. The good connections via the highway and the international airport make Hamburg attractive for visitors from all over Europe.
Hamburg delights visitors all year round with a wealth of events, sights and cultural highlights. The city has an eventful history, which is particularly reflected in the Old Town and the districts of St. Pauli and Speicherstadt . A stroll through the Speicherstadt is a must, as it is home to the largest contiguous warehouse complex in the world, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is sure to enchant you with its red brick buildings, canals and bridges.
Another highlight is Hafencity, a modern district that seamlessly connects to the Speicherstadt and is the largest inner-city development project in Europe. Here, modern architecture meets maritime flair - with the famous Elbphilharmonie concert hall as the crowning glory. The concert hall, known as the "Elphi" for short, attracts music enthusiasts from all over the world. A visit to the Elbphilharmonie is not just an experience for concerts. You can take the longest escalator in Europe up to the publicly accessible viewing platform and experience a fantastic panoramic view of the city and the port from there.
Another of Hamburg's cultural assets is the Reeperbahn in the St. Pauli district. Known as the "sinful mile", the district offers a colorful range of bars, clubs and theaters. The "Große Freiheit" and the nightclub "Die Ritze" are just some of the famous places on the Reeperbahn. The famous St. Pauli police station, the "Davidwache", is also located in the heart of the Reeperbahn.
A must for many visitors to the city is a tour of the Port of Hamburg, one of the largest transshipment ports in Europe. There you can see huge container and cruise ships and imposing harbor cranes up close and learn exciting facts about what goes on in the port. The Speicherstadt can also be explored from the water on a guided tour. And with the Livecam in Hamburg, you can also take a look at the port from home!
A highlight of this part of the city is Miniatur Wunderland, which is a fascinating sight for the whole family and definitely worth a visit. There you will find the world's largest model train set, which will make the hearts of miniature fans beat faster. Another of Hamburg's classics is the fish market at the harbor, which takes place every Sunday morning. Here you have to get up particularly early to see the fresh fish, the colorful stalls and the live music in the historic fish auction hall. If you are looking for something special, visit the submarine museum in the port of Hamburg, where you can see the Russian submarine U-434. Here you can experience the exciting history of seafaring up close.
For a unique view of the city, we also recommend a visit to the roof garden on the Feldstraßenbunker or the tower of the main church of St. Michaelis, affectionately known as the "Michel" by the people of Hamburg. The panoramic view over the rooftops of Hamburg from these two places is particularly spectacular at sunset. The nearby Planten un Blomen park is an ideal place to take a break in the countryside. From May to August, the evening water light concerts transform the park into a magical setting, with water fountains accompanied by classical music.
The port city in the north is known for its temperate, maritime climate with mild temperatures all year round. Even though it often rains, the weather is rarely extremely hot or cold. The summer is pleasantly warm, while the winter months are cool but rarely frosty. Due to its proximity to the Elbe and the many canals, the humidity in the city is relatively high, which characterizes the typical northern German weather pattern. The weather cameras in Hamburg give you a live insight into the current weather conditions at any time - take a look!