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Aussichtspunkt Steinwerder

A viewing platform at the southern end of the Alter Elbtunnel, with great views on Landungsbrücken, the Elbphilharmonie, and Hamburg's harbourfront.

free

Address: Schanzenweg 12
Getting there: Walk through the Alter Elbtunnel
Hours: 24h
Price: free

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