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Alster Lakes, Hamburg

4.5

#4 of 33 in Parks in Hamburg

Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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Admire the results of an early dam project at Alster Lakes. The lakes were created in the 12th century when the Alster river was dammed, and they've become a vital component of Hamburg's character. You can wander along the extensive network of waterside pathways that crisscross the surrounding green spaces. You also can cross the bridge that separates the two lakes. Historic buildings dot Inner Alster, which features a 35 m (115 ft) high fountain at its center. For a longer trip, make your way around Outer Alster, where you can take in the city's skyline and photograph its reflection on the water's surface. If you'd like more action, rent bicycles. Boat tours offer a different vantage point. Use our Hamburg trip itinerary planning website to add Alster Lakes and other attractions to your Hamburg vacation plans.

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Tours to Alster Lakes

FROM $39 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hamburg Small-Group Sunset Sailing Cruise on Lake Alster Hamburg Small-Group Sunset Sailing Cruise on Lake Alster

4.9

Duration: 1 hour

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FROM $326 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hamburg Private Guided Tour Hamburg Private Guided Tour

5.0

Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $20 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - Yellow Double Decker Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - Yellow Double Decker

3.6

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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FROM $20 BOOK WITH VIATOR HopOn HopOff Sightseeing Bus-Tour HopOn HopOff Sightseeing Bus-Tour

3.0

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes

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FROM $156 BOOK WITH VIATOR Bike Tour with a Private Guide: Hamburg Best Highlights Bike Tour with a Private Guide: Hamburg Best Highlights

5.0

Duration: 2 to 6 hours

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FROM $37 BOOK WITH VIATOR City tour and harbor hop-on hop-off combination ticket in Hamburg City tour and harbor hop-on hop-off combination ticket in Hamburg

1.0

Duration: 60 to 100 minutes

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FROM $6 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hamburg Self-Guided Audio Tour Hamburg Self-Guided Audio Tour

1.0

Duration: 1 to 6 hours

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FROM $18 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - Yellow Double Decker - GROUP TICKETS Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - Yellow Double Decker - GROUP TICKETS

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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4.7

By iokasti_8

In time of Corona crisis, we get to appreciate walking in outdoor spaces. The scenery of this lake is perfect for this purpose. It is surrounded by beautiful buildings that help you to time travel...

In time of Corona crisis, we get to appreciate walking in outdoor spaces. The scenery of this lake is perfect for this purpose. It is surrounded by beautiful buildings that help you to time travel... more »
By PieterImhof1

These two lakes are a place for relaxation, sporting, walking and joy. In the center of Hamburg city these lakes provide scenery to and from the Altstadt and the rest of the city. An easy trip to...

These two lakes are a place for relaxation, sporting, walking and joy. In the center of Hamburg city these lakes provide scenery to and from the Altstadt and the rest of the city. An easy trip to... more »

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By Ahmad Qatawneh

Took a paddle boat trip in Alster lake, very enjoyable trip, 1 hour for 22 eur, the boat can fit 4 grown-ups easily, the weather was very nice, we had an amazing time, I recommend anyone coming to Hamburg to try it!

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By GhadaAtta

Alster Lake one of the sight seeing in hamburg , its give life to the place , its in the center of hamburg , it give you felling of relaxation , peace , i walk around the lake , see swans and light of the city , boats , the boat trip takes aorund 1 hour , its gorgeous ... Recomended

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