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Alster, Hamburg

4.7
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Alster offers a thousand-year-old recreational oasis in the midst of urban Hamburg. The manmade lake is in a historic district near the site of the former city walls. You'll encounter parks, forested areas, and a number of white, copped-roofed buildings as you wander around. Around its 7 km (4.35 mi) perimeter, you can find different ways to explore--rent a bike or kayak, or take a boat tour. Theere are many cafe and restaurant options. By using our Hamburg travel route planning website, you can arrange your visit to Alster and other attractions in Hamburg.
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Tours To Alster

Hop-on Hop-off Tour : combined City Tour by Bus and Boat BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $41
3.5
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City tour of Hamburg in a double-decker bus Hopp on / Hopp off day ticket BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $21
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Evectro Motors Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $69
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  • By raymondcY5204MZ
    Walked the length, nice and pleasant. Takes about one and half to two hours, if you’ve nothing better to do.  more »
  • By AlterSchwede13
    The surroundings along the Alster and the Outer Alster are magnificent. A flowing water, every few meters different impressions, space to linger and look, but also space on the water to practice...  more »
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