Waterfront Hamburg: History Walking Tour & Escape Game

4.2 (154 ratings)
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Discover the rich maritime history of Hamburg with this immersive walking tour and escape game along the iconic waterfront. Starting from Landungsbrücken and ending in HafenCity, you’ll explore landmarks like the historic Alter Elbtunnel and the stunning Elbphilharmonie (Elphi), Hamburg’s architectural masterpiece. 

Uncover the city’s fascinating past while getting a glimpse of its future, as you solve puzzles and follow the trail of historical secrets.

Step into the shoes of Abraham Ruah, a Sephardic Jew who fled persecution in 1582 to seek freedom and opportunity in Hamburg. As you prepare to sell your grandmother’s famous fish cakes at the pier, you’re suddenly thrust into a dangerous situation when a mysterious figure threatens your life. Can you navigate Hamburg’s bustling harbor, solve the clues, and escape unscathed? 

Perfect for history lovers, adventurers, and puzzle enthusiasts, this self-guided tour offers a captivating blend of exploration, history, and suspense.

Availability:

  • Can be played on
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

  • During these hours
    Whole day

  • Languages
    English, German

Highlights

  • Discover Hamburg’s history along the waterfront from Landungsbrücken to HafenCity

  • Explore the Alter Elbtunnel and learn the story behind it

  • Admire the city’s past while uncovering its future

  • Learn about the Elphi, Hamburg’s architectural masterpiece

Storyline

Hamburg, 1582.

The city flourishes with its mercantile prosperity and marine might. Many come to the city seeking fortune or fleeing prosecution.

Your name is Abraham Ruah, a Sephardic Jew who has fled the inquisition in Portugal. For you, Hamburg is a place of opportunity and freedom. The city has everything, but it’s missing good food. You’ve decided to sell the small fish cakes your grandma used to make.

You’re at the pier getting the cod when you feel a blade on your neck. This can’t be good.

Experience's route

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Places you will visit

13

It will take you

165-195 mins

You will walk

4600 steps

Total distance

3.5 km

  • Best during the day
  • Instagrammable
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families
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Ratings and Reviews

4.2

154 ratings

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Sjoerd Velden

23 Nov 2024
very nice route and interesting facts

Gabriele Maurer

16 Oct 2024

Mónica Sousa

06 Sep 2024

KraljMatjaz

12 Jul 2024

Christina Knaub

06 Jul 2024

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