Colors of Hamburg - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Hamburg DOM festival is known as one of the most exciting events in the life of the city. This majestic event is very popular among foreign tourists. Hamburg DOM is considered the most entertaining and colorful fair trade in Germany. The holiday is organized three times a year - in the middle of summer, winter and spring. During the days of the celebration the streets of the city are always full of various funny rides, carousels, beer tents and souvenir shops. Various interesting entertainment events, concerts and shows, as well as special festivals and events for children take place here every day.
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A large part of historical buildings of Hamburg was destroyed in a fire in 1842. Later historical monuments of the city were damaged during the Second World War. From the excursion point of … Open
Other festivals in Hamburg are no less colorful. In Johannes Brahms' hometown, the festival year begins with Maskenzauber an der Alster - a carnival that is not inferior in its color to the famous Venice one. It falls on the end of January. This is the time of colorful parades and fun that cannot be stopped, as well as the inexorable charm beckoning you to join the parade and become part of it. The festival is truly magical and bewitching - this is noted by all who have ever taken part in it. Well, it's time to check whether it's true.
Hamburg is not only rich in precious historical sights, but is also rich in various entertainment facilities. In this city absolutely everyone can find a good place to fit one’s taste … Open
Another significant event in the festival life of the hometown of two chancellors - Angela Merkel and Helmut Schmidt - is Hafengeburtstag, which is held in early May. It's hard to imagine the scale of the event, and even if you try, the head goes round - these are boat races, rides, cruises, ballet performances, museum exhibitions, live music, regatta, search and rescue exercises - and all this takes place over four days. At the exhibition, you can see a variety of vessels - warships, tugs, yachts stretch for several kilometers - it's truly hard to imagine this even a for a person with a fertile imagination! The opening of the exhibition is marked by a colorful parade, ending with spectacular fireworks.
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And at the end of the month, the town of Scheeßel located near Hamburg welcomes visitors at the Hurricane Festival. This is one of the most beloved summer festivals among tourists and locals alike because it never does without famous and popular headliners performing college rock, alternative metal, indie. Another popular music festival is Spektrum, and it takes place in early August. Its location is the town of Wilhelmsburg located not far from Johannes Brahms' hometown. Here you can listen to whatever hip-hop and dance music fans could desire - from classical rap to electronic and experimental music.
A traditional excursion program in Hamburg includes visiting numerous museums, iconic squares, and streets. However, it's not so easy to find historical attractions in the city. Hamburg was … Open
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Hamburg
♥ Dom St. Marien, Hamburg, 1.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Dom SS. Peter und Paul, Bardowick, 37.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Domkirche St. Petri, Bosau, 67.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Dom St. Marien, Hamburg, 1.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Dom SS. Peter und Paul, Bardowick, 37.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Domkirche St. Petri, Bosau, 67.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Hamburg
♥ Castle 'Haneburg' , 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle Bergedorf' , 15.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Lauenburg' , 41.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Eutiner Schloss' , 77 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Haneburg' , 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle Bergedorf' , 15.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Lauenburg' , 41.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Eutiner Schloss' , 77 km from the center. On the map Photo
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Hamburg. Learn the best periods to visit Hamburg to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Hamburg.