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Hamburg by Foot Elbe Promenade Route (1:15h)
Feel the maritime spirit: along the Elbe you can visit museum ships, walk under water and climb up to one of the most famous landmarks.
Walking Tour: Elbe Promenade
Start at Baumwall U3-station for the first sight: the architectural beauty of the Gruner + Jahr publishing house. Take the elevated route into Michelpark, where you can’t miss one of Hamburg’s most famous sights: the St. Michael's church . Climb up the bell tower and indulge in the most beautiful view. See also the small Zitronenjette statue (Touching her index finger brings good luck) and the Krameramtsstuben townhouses from the 17th century. After that, take a stroll through the park on Venusberg after which you will be rewarded with a gorgeous view over the Elbe river . The stairs lead you down to the river as well as Landungsbrücken piers and the Old Elbe Tunnel (Alter Elbtunnel). Enjoy a fish sandwich from one of the many vendors or take a ferry over to the other side of the river. Maritime feelings take over when you’re walking past or even onto the museum ships Rickmer Rickmers and Cap San Diego . It is time to double back and walk on the Brücke 1 pier until you reach Portugiesenviertel (lit. Portuguese quarter). See the Scandinavian churches (Gustaf Adolf church and the Finnish seafarer church) and regain your strength in one of the many cafes and restaurants of the area.
Elbe Promenade Art Tour
Hamburg by Foot Alster to Elbe Route (45 min)
Wander along chic shops on Jungfernstieg, watch the Alster swans and make your way south through Hamburg's city centre.
Hamburg by Foot Art Route (45 min)
Interested in art, design and photography? Hamburg's art museums are located only a short walk away from each other.
Hamburg by Foot New Town Route (1h)
Follow into musicians' footsteps. Get to know some of Hamburg's most popular cultural spots ─ from old jazz bars to classical music venues.
Hamburg by Foot Old Town Route (1h)
Dive into history on this walk through the Old Town. Explore a World Heritage Site and learn about the city's most famous pirate.
Hamburg by Foot Outer Alster Route (1:15h)
Follow Hamburg's second biggest river up to the Alster lakes. Walk along canals, see the city's beautiful skyline and rest at a cosy café.
Hamburg by Foot Planten un Blomen Route (1h)
This walk through the green heart of Hamburg leads you from the Inner Alster lake along the Colonnaden to Planten un Blomen park.
Hamburg by Foot Speicherstadt & Hafencity (1:30h)
Heavy on Hamburg must-sees, this route takes you from a UNESCO Site to the monumental Elbphilharmonie.
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- Visitors : © www.mediaserver.hamburg.de / Andreas Vallbracht
- The Elbe Promenade: © imago stock & people
- Alster to Elbe Route: © imago stock & people / Hoch Zwei Stock / Angerer
- Art Route: © imago stock & people / Lars Berg
- New Town ─ Neustadt: © imago stock & people
- Old Town ─ Altstadt: © imago stock & people / Westend61
- Along the Outer Alster: © imago stock & people / Hoch Zwei Stock / Angerer
- Planten un Blomen: © imago stock & people / Westend61
- Speicherstadt and HafenCity Hamburg Route: © imago stock & people / Westend61
HARBOUR CRUISES IN HAMBURG
1 hour grand harbour cruise.
We offer you canal tours to the historic Speicherstadt and harbour cruises to the large container ports all year round.
2 Hours Grand Harbour Cruise XXL
2 hours of information and sightseeing about our fascinating Port of Hamburg with first-hand explanations.
1 Hour Evening Light Cruise
Beautiful evening cruise to the historic and illuminated Speicherstadt and through the sea of lights of the Port of Hamburg.
2 Hours Harbour Cruise to Blankenese
2-hour round cruise on our modern passenger ships. Along the picturesque banks of the Elbe, past Blankenese and the Airbus plant.
OUR SHIP EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOUR EVENT
Plan your event individually with us. We will make your dream come true on the Elbe.
From our elegant passenger ships to our maritime launches, we make every event an unique experience.
Upcoming events
09. May | 3:30 pm
Hamburg Port Anniversary
Accompanying cruise to the arrival parade | Stern wheeler ship LOUISIANA STAR
HARBOUR CRUISES | LIGHT CRUISES | CHARTER SHIPS
The Rainer Abicht Elbreederei is your competent partner in the Port of Hamburg. With 31 vessels, Rainer Abicht Elbreederei has the largest and most versatile fleet in the Port of Hamburg.
Our popular one-hour harbour cruises, the extended two-hour XXL cruises and dreamlike light cruises take place 365 days a year.
The impressive scenery of the container ports with their large and small pots, the world-famous St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, the historic Speicherstadt (UNESCO World Heritage Site), our Hamburg landmarks – the Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall in HafenCity or St. Michael’s Church (Michel) – are among the TOP Hamburg sights that are most beautiful from the water on board our ships.
Captains of our fleet steer the vessels safely through the Port of Hamburg and the canals of the Hanseatic city – or even to your desired destinations. They have interesting facts and all kinds of anecdotes in tow, or as we say in Hamburg: “Döntjes”.
Whether there is sunshine or rain and blowing wind … A harbour tour with the Rainer Abicht Elbreederei is a go-to idea at any time!
On board of our stern wheeler LOUISIANA STAR, our elegant passenger ships and traditional as well as modern luxury launches, all events can be realised exclusively.
Our beloved public experience and event cruises at Easter and the traditional Hamburg Harbour Birthday, Hamburg Cruise Days, Blue Port as well as New Year’s Eve offer you the perfect box seat on the Elbe. Down the Elbe we take you to the Glückstädter Matjeswochen (soused herring festival) or to the world’s largest sailing event, the annual Kiel Week.
Whether it’s a harbour trip, an excursion, a launch cruise, a family celebration, a wedding, a bachelor party or an exclusive company event – whoever boards with us will immediately feel the much-sung happiness of Hans Albers’ great freedom around the Port of Hamburg and the historic Speicherstadt (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Not only do we feel at home in Hamburg, we also take you safely to your desired destination: e.g. to Glückstadt or to Kiel Week.
With Abicht you are in with the action, not out on the sidelines!
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Hamburg Riverside Tour - Elbe River
- 2.5-hour Hamburg riverside tour along the Elbe River
- Follow the route of the Elbe River, traveling in a comfortable double-decker bus
- See two of Hamburg's most beautiful districts: Elbchausee and Blankenese
- Go on a guided walking tour of Hamburg's staircase district, Treppenviertel
- Guided by a local Hamburg tour guide
- Cross the Elbe River by ferry to the Altes Land, Europe's largest fruit-growing region
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Double-decker bus tour
- Guided walking tour
- Ferry to Altes Land
- Driver or guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Entrance fees
Departure & Return
Tour departs from St. Pauli Landungsbrucken bus stop 1-2
Returns to original departure point at approximately 2:30pm
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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