Hamburg: Walking tour of the Green Bunker in St. Pauli
ID: GYG1031638-1591848
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Experience Hamburg's green bunker: a guided tour with history, nature, and spectacular views – from wartime construction to green urban oasis!
Hamburg's Green Bunker – history meets big city greenery Experience Hamburg from a completely new perspective! On this guided tour, you will discover the famous Green Bunker in St. Pauli – an impressive example of how a former war structure can be transformed into a spectacular green oasis.
Our experienced guides will take you through the eventful history of the high-rise bunker – from its use in World War II to the post-war period and its modern conversion with a roof garden and innovative urban greenery.
A real highlight awaits you on the accessible roof: lush vegetation, planted facades, urban gardening, and a breathtaking view over Hamburg – from St. Michael's Church to the Elbphilharmonie concert hall.
You will learn exciting facts about the architecture, sustainable use, and special symbolic significance of this unique project. The guided tour combines city history, environmental topics, and impressive views – ideal for anyone who wants to discover Hamburg's creative and green side. A must for city explorers, architecture fans, and anyone who wants to experience how new life grows out of concrete.
Highlights
- 90-minute guided tour
- Breathtaking views over the whole of Hamburg
- Exciting stories from the past and present
- Guided tour with insider knowledge and eye-opening moments
- Green bunker: from wartime structure to urban oasis
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guided tour is in German. Comfortable shoes are recommended – there is a lot of walking. Not suitable for people with limited mobility. IMPORTANT: No food or drinks are allowed in the bunker. There will be a brief bag check by the bunker staff before entry.
Feldstraße subway station, entrance hall by the elevator (participants are requested to arrive 15 minutes before the start)
INCLUDED
- Green bunker: From wartime construction to urban oasis Breathtaking views over the whole of Hamburg Exciting stories from the past and present Fascinating roof landscape with a variety of plants Guided tour with insider knowledge and eye-opening moments Perfect photo spots for unforgettable memories Sustainability and urban development you can touch Innovative architectural project in the heart of St. Pauli
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
