• Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola
  • Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola

Hamburg: Alster Lake public Tour in a Real Venetian Gondola

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ID: GYG706116-1155848
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Country: Germany

Duration: 45 min.


Description

Enjoy a romantic gondola ride on the Alster Lake in Hamburg. Glide across the water in a gondola built in Venice and learn more about the history of gondolas and the city of Hamburg from your guide.
Climb aboard a traditional Venetian gondola for a romantic and relaxing cruise on the Alster. Meet new friends in a small group of up to 6 people or bring your friends along. Admire the sights of Hamburg from the water while being rowed by a gondolier.
Meet your gondolier Carlo, who trained in Venice and has been rowing gondolas on the Grand Canal since 2009. Hear about his regatta rowing experiences and learn more about the history of gondolas in Venice and Hamburg.
Set off and see Hamburg's sights from the water. Admire the city skyline and see the lush greenery that lines the banks. Enjoy a unique experience as you explore the city from the water.
Feel free to ask your gondolier any questions you may have about the city or the gondola. If you are looking for a special experience, such as a private ride for a marriage proposal or birthday party, please contact the operator to discuss your ideas.
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax on the water.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a public ride under the old Lombard bridge.
  • See the fountain up close on the Binnenalster is 60 metres high.
  • See the reflections of the Venice-style Alster arcades in the water

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Weather and traffic conditions may affect the route
The starting and ending point is the same
Private rides and special occasions can be arranged
We also sail in the rain... However, safety on the water takes priority.
We cannot start if the traffic situation does not allow us to sail safely and/or in bad weather.
Bad weather means: Acute thunderstorms, wind force 6 Bft or more at the jetty, heavy continuous rain.
If you are in any doubt about the weather, please check www.alstergondel.de or call 00491734909091.
There is an approx. 30 cm high step to negotiate when getting on and off the boat. We will be happy to help you.
The departure point is located on the banks of the Binnenalster next to the restaurant ship ‘Bootshaus’ Ballindamm 14A, 20095 Hamburg, DE
INCLUDED
  • Gondola ride on the Alster
  • Live commentary by a trained gondolier
  • Opportunity to learn about Hamburg, Venice and Gondolas.
  • Lifevests on request for all guests in different sizes
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • singing gondolier, but possibly...

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.