When the Elbe Rises - The Power of Water

Description

This exciting city tour shows how the Hanseatic city has been living with storm surges for centuries – and protecting itself for the future. Learn why flooding in Hamburg works differently than inland and how wind, the North Sea, and tides influence the events. From the fish market, follow the traces of flood protection along the Elbe – past dikes, sluice gates, and hidden protective systems. Impressive insights into historical events like the 1962 storm surge show how disasters have shaped the city's modern protection. At the same time, you will learn how current warning systems, flood protection, and urban planning are leading Hamburg safely into the future.
When: Sunday 11:00 a.m. from 05.04. to 30.10. Start: St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, in the archway at Bridge 6, "Old Elbe Tunnel"
End: HafenCity U-Bahn Überseequartier
Duration: approx. 2 hours. Note: A valid public transport ticket is required for a short section of the route!!!

Highlights

• Exciting city tour along the Elbe
• Insights into flood protection and historical events
• Duration: approx. 2 hours, every Sunday from 05.04. to 30.10.

General Information

The city tour "When the Elbe Rises - The Power of Water" offers an informative tour about flood protection in Hamburg. The starting point is the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, and participants will learn how the city has been dealing with storm surges for centuries and how it is protecting itself for the future.

Location

Im Torbogen bei Brücke 6, "Alter Elbtunnel"., 20359 Hamburg, Germany

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