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Café Johanna – Cozy and green next to Michel
Café Johanna in Hamburg, blends urban charm and nature. Enjoy organic Käsespätzle, fresh cakes, and coffee in this vibrant community hub.
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
RFI – Raum für Illustration
RFI in Hamburg’s St. Pauli area is a creative hub with art, zines, prints, and T-shirts. It’s a dynamic space for exhibitions, parties, and events!
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
Cai Kitchen – Vegan Sichuan takeaway
Nestled in Hamburg's Karoviertel, Cai Kitchen reinvents Sichuan cuisine with bold, vegan flavors. Don’t miss their Dan Dan Noodles or homemade spicy sauce!
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
Feldstraßenbunker – A unique green attraction
The Feldstraßenbunker in Hamburg blends WWII history with modern culture. It's a iconic hub of greenery, nightlife, and creativity.
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
Laundrette – Getting cleaned while drinking
It’s a place where the unexpected happens, where everyday routines blend with vibrant moments of culture and community.
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
Jupiter – Transformed department store
Here, emerging talents and established artists meet with curious visitors and art lovers. Jupiter Café is the perfect spot for anyone to unwind.
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
Freiraum – Coworking in a museum
Sometimes, the most inspiring places are the quietest ones. Freiraum isn’t just a spot to be productive: here, creativity lingers in every corner.
By
Marie-Louise
Schlutius
Lorsin Art Bar – A bar like a living room
Sexy "Museum Bar" in Hamburg isn't too crowded, not even on weekends when it's difficult to find a place to stand (let alone sit) in the bars of St. Pauli.
By
Inken
Schütz
Kaffee Aramo – Specials: Coffee and Korean food
Come over for Bibimbap, Kimbap and other very yummy food. As a tea lover, I am especially keen on their Korean sweet potato latte. It tastes like a cake!
By
Inga Marie
Ramcke
0519 Store – Sneakers & fine clothes
"0519 Store" Hamburg is one of those stylish clothes shops that make a case against shopping for fashion online. It's hard not finding anything here...
By
Matthias
Claudius Marcus
WEIDE Hamburg – Beauty groWs
"WEIDE" Hamburg has stylish plants, flowers... no; it has everything. I can spend hours browsing there and will always find something curious or unique...
By
Matthias
Claudius Marcus
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