Self-guided podcast tour: Hamburg's River of Time
Hamburg, Germanyby Red Thread
- 2.3 hours
- Free cancellation
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- Up to 99 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Overview
Discover the soul of Germany's gateway to the world. It is a deep dive into the paradox of Hamburg – a city where the church served the harbor, where beautiful architecture veiled brutal hard labor, and where the scent of coffee and spices once mingled with the smoke of industry. From the spiritual heights of the 'Michel' to the underground depths of the Elbe tunnel, we follow the red thread of trade that transformed a medieval merchant city into a modern cultural metropolis. Come and discover the secrets of the free port, the tragedy of the Great Fire, and the hidden machinery behind the world's largest warehouse city. - 5.4 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 135 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and urbanism & innovation Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's included
- Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
- Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
- Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
- Point-to-point navigation between stops
Itinerary
- 1
Hauptkirche St. Michaelis
10 min
The spiritual and maritime landmark of Hamburg, known as 'Der Michel'.
- 2
Deichstrasse
10 min
The last received ensemble of old merchant houses, survivors of the Great Fire.
- 3
Stop 3
10 min
The iconic view of the world's largest warehouse complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- 4
Stop 4
10 min
The former boiler house that powered the hydraulic machines of the Speicherstadt.
- 5
Elbphilharmonie
10 min
Hamburg's modern concert hall, built on an old cocoa warehouse.
- 6
Alter Elbtunnel
10 min
The floating investors and the entrance to the historic tunnel for the dockworkers.
Meeting and pickup
From Hamburg Central Station take local transport towards St. Michael's Church. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to St. Michaelis Main Church. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
End point
Walk from the Old Elbe Tunnel to the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken to the nearest stop and take local transport back to Hamburg Central Station. The starting point is the Old Elbe Tunnel, at the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Hamburg. Check connection on travel day.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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