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755 square kilometres, a population of about 1,700,000, most important German port, own federal state within the Federal Republic of Germany. Anything more?
Public transport:
Hamburg's tube system, although smaller, is quite similar to that in London. All places of interest can be easily reached by tube. Note: There is no ticket control at the tube station exits but, very rarely, in the trains themselves. If you don't have a ticket and you get caught it costs an instant fine of 40euro. For those of you who are not prepared to take the risk: A day ticket ('Tageskarte') is about 4,50 Euro, available at every tube station. This day ticket is also valid on almost every bus line.
Places of interest:
Well, you cannot avoid it, can you? Hamburg's red light district is a must (or so they say) for every visitor of the town, many of the pubs and restaurants never close. You might reach it by tube (yellow line U3, leave at 'St.Pauli' for the upper end of the area, or violet line S3/green line S1 and drop out at 'Reeperbahn' for the lower end). It should be fun to explore the area. Please mind that in some bars prices are just incredible - incredibly high, that is. The best bet is to ask about the cost before you order (for some useful phrases see 'What's the meaning of...?'). Same applies to those of you who wish to establish a relationship with one of the... erm... ladies... Average prices (Hamburg as a whole) for drinks are 2.50-3.00 Euro for Beer 0.3 litre, 3.50 Euro for Beer 0.5 litre, 2.50-3.00 Euro for soft drinks. You might have to accept slightly higher prices at the Reeperbahn. Please note that you’ll find the pubs of the HSV support on the south side of the Reeperbahn (direction to the harbour) and the pubs of the st.pauli fans on the north side.
A huge panapoly of dodgems, ferris wheels, and candy floss stalls held 3 times a year and lasts for 4 weeks. Not too bad for a walkabout but easy to get through a lot of euros quickly. Take the yellow line U3 and leave at 'St.Pauli'.
How many other cities can boast such a beautiful lake situated in the very heart of the city (a reminder of the ice age)? certainly not Blackburn. You might take a boat around the lake, or just enjoy a pleasant stroll or jog for the 8km around the whole lake. Quite moody in the evening. Take S1/S3 to 'Jungfernstieg'.
So whats so great about a Fish Market? this one only opens on a sunday morning, and closes at 7.30am (in winter at 9.30). You can either set your alarm clock early or just end up there at the end of Saturday night. In any case its a buzz of activity - bands, dancing, beer and fried sausage. There are even a few stalls selling Fish, if thats what gets your goat. So now you know where those old cliches come from about Germans getting out of bed early with their beach towels - they never went to bed at all!
If you are really bored, then why not take one of the ferries that go on a circular route. Tube station 'Landungsbruecken', S1 Green Line, S3 Violet Line, U3 Yellow Line. It makes a pleasant stroll to see the ships. Once a year in May, they hold a festival "Hafengeburtstag" where live music, fair ground rides and (of course) fried sausages are on offer
At the arena is the HSV Museum, the best sports museum in Germany. Sadly not enough trophies on show (up to yet...) but some very interesting displays all the same. Kevin keegans locker amongst them. If you get the chance combine a museum visit with a stadium tour (Stadionfuhrung). Herr Mansen and his team at the museum will certainly take good care of you.
Also at the stadium take the chance to see the casting of Uwe Seelers foot. It is the biggest foot statue in the world. (OK, its what you can call Art)
Take S3 or S21 to Stellingen and then a short walk through the Volkspark
The majority of (younger) Germans do speak some sort of English, so there should not be too much of a problem. If you happen to find yourself in a situation where a few German expressions are vital, here is
I don't speak German Ich spreche kein Deutsch
How much is a beer? Wie teuer ist ein Bier?
A pint, please! Ein großes Bier, bitte!
Just a wee one, please! Ein kleines Bier, bitte!
Get the police! Holen Sie die Polizei!
You will not need them, but still...
you can call the police from any phone box. You need neither coins nor a phone card. Dial 110 (Police) or 112 (Ambulance).
Enjoy yourselves and have a pleasant stay in Hamburg.
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