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BERS
Oh, the produce!
"BERS" is a top-notch restaurant in Hamburg, mostly for the just amazing love the chefs have for the organic produce. You have to try their wines...
by
Matthias
Claudius Marcus
Lockengelöt
Recycled goods at their best
"Lockengelöt" in Hamburg has little recycled things and pieces the owners have designed themselves. The owners have big hearts and it shows!
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Nivea Vending Machine
Hamburg body cream anytime!
"Nivea Vending Machine" sells the cutest and smallest version of the cream which I like as typical, small gifts! Did you know Nivea is based in Hamburg?
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Schalloch
String instrument expertise
"Schalloch" in Hamburg is the music and string instrument shop I've trusted since forever. The owner is a knowledgeable man and a nice conversationalist...
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Ellerntorsbrücke
Lovely bridge view
"Ellerntorsbrücke" in Hamburg is a bridge that connects the old town (Altstadt) with the new city (Neustadt). It dates back to 1668...
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Wilhelmsburger Inselpark
Water lilies everywhere
I go to "Wilhelmsburger Inselpark" in Hamburg to hang out in tranquility & watch the water lilies grow. You can enter and exit the park 24/7. Recommended.
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Das Grüne Leuchten
Cozy bar with an attic
"Das Grüne Leuchten" is a bar in one of the oldest houses in Hamburg. It's a unique place for people who like alternative artcy culture, and it's PWYW.
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Rosenhof
Beer and pommes in the gardens
"Rosenhof" is the solution if you get hungry or thirsty in Hamburg's park in the city center! Ready for currywurst, pils or pommes & free summer concerts?
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Café Leonar
Jewish café at the University quarter
"Café Leonar" is not only a beautiful Jewish café, bar and restaurant! I love it for Israeli wine, reading books, a nice cocktail or an espresso tonic...
by
Inga Marie
Ramcke
Hala
Arabian nights in Hamburg
"Hala" in Hamburg is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. They offer the most exclusive Lebanese food and drinks you can imagine...
by
Inken
Schütz
Thalia Theater
Great contemporary theater
The "Thalia Theater" in Hamburg offers progressive plays as well as lectures, concerts and other projects, including an international café. Great art hub.
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Sebastiana
Turra
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