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Tidenkieker-båden

The beautiful nature on the Elbe is best experienced on the boat, the Tidenkieker. This flat-bottomed boat brings you close to the river's beautiful birdlife, cargo ships and fresh air. You might even be lucky enough to see seals, which thrive in the waters of the Elbe.

Church of St Cosmae

Just northwest of Hamburg lies the small and charming town of Stade. Find a cheap holiday to the Hamburg area at Risskov and visit Stade and of course St Cosmae Church, which was built way back in the 13th century and is centrally located in the town of Stade. The church has been extended in several stages and is an exciting architectural experience. In 1682-84 the church got its expressive steeple, which is today the town's landmark. Find a hotel with a children's discount and drive south to Hamburg and Stade, which is great for a driving holiday, and for both summer and winter holidays.

Reeperbahn

In the entertainment district of St. Pauli you will find the world-famous Reeperbahn street. The 930-metre-long street takes its name from the rope makers who needed a long lane to make ship's ropes, and it was here that sailors used to party when they went ashore in Hamburg. The street used to have a bad reputation, but today it's one of Hamburg's hippest streets, filled with cafés, discos and an English pub scene. A walk down the famous street is a must during a visit to Hamburg.

St. Pauli Fischmarkt

Fish, fruit, flowers, clothes and souvenirs – you will find it all at St. Pauli Fischmarkt, which has been taking place since 1703. The market opens every Sunday morning at 7.30 am, and for the next two hours the smell of coffee and a wonderful buzz of life will fill the air.

Hagenbeck Zoo

The fantastic zoo has animals for everyone with over 1,800 animals. The park is divided into two; a zoo and a tropical aquarium. In the zoo you can get up close to lions, giraffes, Europe's largest elephant herd and much more! Meanwhile you can experience sharks, snakes and more in the Trope Aquarium.

Important info! The two parks each require a separate entrance ticket. However, you can buy a combi-ticket, which gives access to both sections.

Elbphilharmonie

Elbphilharmonie is an architectural building in Hamburg inspired by the port's warehouses combined with modern glass architecture. The building hosts various concerts and events throughout the year as well as several restaurants and bars. The Elbphilharmonie Plaza is the building's public viewing platform at 37 metres high and from here you have a fantastic 360 degree view of Hamburg city and harbour.

Vote

The small charming village of Stemmen is located near the famous Lüneburger Heide and in between the cities of Bremen and Hamburg.

As you walk around the small village, you'll come across several of the area's typical old buildings with mint-coloured gables. Examples include Muskanten, Hoops Hus, Mattens Hus and Harms Hof. These fine buildings date back many years and much is being done in the area to preserve their original appearance.

As you stroll around and look at the old buildings, you will notice that the old names of the buildings are still kept, such as Heins Hus, Peets Hof and Lühmanns Hus. You can notice the old names on the old stones standing next to the buildings, on which the name of the building is engraved.

There is no doubt that nature is the main focus in this small village. The large green trees mark every street and the various buildings of the village, such as the old school, are surrounded by greenery. On the outskirts of the village, the appearance is characterised by streams and small paths in the greenery. This is where the Lüneburger Heide begins and you are enveloped in wonderful natural surroundings.

Lüneburg Heath

Go on an active family holiday and enjoy the beautiful Lüneburger Heide on a self-drive holiday to Germany. Find cheap hotels in the area and head to one of the most scenic areas in Germany. Lüneburger Heide is great for walking and cycling, where the wonderful nature experiences are part of the holiday. Enjoy the fresh air, flowering heather or a beautiful blanket of frost in the winter months. Lüneburger Heide is also popular for horse riding on the moors, wetlands and river valleys. The area is situated between the cities of Hamburg, Hannover and Bremen and is Germany's largest heathland. For almost a century, efforts have been made to preserve the area's natural environment, and the Lüneburger Heide consists of a number of nature parks and protected nature areas. Find a cheap mini break or weekend break for the whole family and get away on an active holiday in Lüneburger Heide.

Christmas market in Hamburg

 24th November to 23rd December 2025

Mon-Sun: 11.00-21.00 - Please note that dates and opening hours may vary. You can visit the Christmas market's own website with current information.

Experience the real German Christmas joy and atmosphere in historic Hamburg! Located just two hours south of the Danish border, the city is an ideal destination for a Christmas holiday or a weekend break with city experiences during the Christmas season.

You will soon discover that when the Germans hold a Christmas market, everything is set. Not in that American, slightly exaggerated way, but in a charming way so that the opulence mysteriously always manages to appear understated. At the same time, you are in no doubt what time of year it is. The word "hygge" may be a Danish word - but the meaning is certainly understood south of the border.

Hamburg is a stunningly beautiful, historic city situated on the River Elbe, and you can imagine the magical scenes as darkness falls and Christmas lights are switched on throughout the inner city. The city's largest Christmas market is located in the huge square, right in front of the historic town hall building, in the charming Altstadt quarter. A huge model railway winds its way between the stalls, where you'll find everything from hatters, glassblowers, sugar bakers and toy makers, to more traditional treats like glühwein, cheese, sausages and roasted almonds. The market was first built in 2003 and since then it has only grown bigger and bigger. A short distance away, along Mönckebergstrasse, is another cosy Christmas market with more than 150 stalls, where the Christmas spirit fills the cityscape almost all the way up to the main railway station.

In the southern half of the inner city, Speicherstadt and HafenCity are home to countless outlets of the Elbe, which flow through and divide the streets, with lots of charming little bridges. Here you'll find a Christmas market in a very special maritime atmosphere, with beautiful dancing reflections in the water from the thousands of festive light bulbs and candlelight from torches and candles. In this district you will also find the cosy Nordic Christmas bazaar "God Jul - Nordische Weihnachten am Hafen", which is open for two weekends in November every year. Here you'll find lots of traditional delicacies and specialities, as well as decorations and art from all the Nordic countries.

If you're not squeamish, you can also visit the very special, erotic Santa Pauli Christmas Market, located on the 930-metre-long Reeperbahn street, which is known for its nightlife and more frivolous 'entertainment' offerings. The Santa Pauli Christmas Market has a reputation for being among some of the world's most unusual Christmas markets, and for that reason alone may be worth a look. Please note that children are of course not admitted to this Christmas market.