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3rd OF OCTOBER 2025 Experience the Day of German Unity in Hamburg

Every year on 3rd of October, Germany celebrates reunification with German Unification Day. This year, the holiday falls on a Thursday - ideal for an extended and unforgettable short holiday in Hamburg. The mix of tradition, modernity and warm hospitality makes this city an unforgettable destination. Whether it's a city tour, an autumn walk, eating waffles in a cosy café or a visit to a musical when it gets too cold and wet outside. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of this city and let the golden autumn in Hamburg enchant you in all its glory.

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    Hotelpackage: Just Discover Hamburg Hotel accommodation at a great price

    • overnight stay in a hotel
    • including breakfast
    • Hamburg CARD (3 Days) – ticket worth 33.50 € 

     

    Hotelpackage: Just Discover HamburgTo offerfrom 53.10 €
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    Miniatur Wunderland at its best Top Attraction

    • overnight stay in the hotel of your choice, with breakfast
    • VIP entry to Miniatur Wunderland (no queuing)
    • Hamburg CARD (3 Days) – ticket worth 33.50€
    Miniatur Wunderland at its bestTo offerfrom 82.60 €
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    Hamburg travel including train 4 Days including hotel and arrival

    • overnight stay in hotel, with breakfast
    • Save up to 50 % in 1st class
    • Hamburg CARD (3 Days) – ticket worth 33.50€
    Hamburg travel including trainTo offerfrom 219.00 €
  • Sonnenlicht fällt auf eine Stahlbrücke am Sandtorkai mit Blick auf ein historisches Backsteingebäude der Speicherstadt
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    Take a walk through the Speicherstadt.
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    Autumn is high season for the apple harvest in the Alte Land near Hamburg.
  • Burg Henneberg in Hamburg-Marienthal, herbstlich umgeben von gelb gefärbten Bäumen und historischem Rundturm.
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    Autumn bathes the Hanseatic city in a thousand bright colours.

To Hamburg in autumn

Autumn is a season underestimated by many. Yet it has so much to offer: Vibrant colours, cosy hours and time for a short holiday. The Day of German Unity is a bank holiday and the ideal occasion for a short break from everyday life. Plan your autumn trip to Hamburg now and book a travel package or hotel accommodation. To get from A to B at any time, you can use the HVV's public transport free of charge with the Hamburg CARD. You also get many discounts for tourist attractions.  

Your autumn programme in Hamburg

Whether it's a golden or wet autumn, Hamburg shows one of its most beautiful sides in any autumn weather. During a sightseeing tour of the city or a boat trip through the port of Hamburg, you will learn interesting facts about the Hanseatic city. You can recharge your batteries in a cosy café and warm up with a warm cup of tea. Afterwards, the city's many museums and exhibitions are waiting to be explored. And in the evening? Off to the musical, of course!

Autumn is the ideal time to travel to Hamburg for a relaxing yet eventful short break.

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The colourful leaves to the right and left along the path or in the numerous parks, the pleasant coolness and the secluded spots to rest will captivate you and provide unforgettable moments.

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Tea Time on cold days

On the rainy days in Hambrug there is only one thing that helps: wait and see and drink tea. The cold wetness is quickly forgotten in the cosy tea rooms in Hamburg.

Tea Time on cold days
Museum für Hamburgische Geschichte mit herbstlich gefärbten Bäumen und Fahnen im Vorhof
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Not just for rainy days Hamburg's culture in autumn

Autumn is ideal for discovering culture: exhibitions and performances await you in theatres and museums.

Hamburg's culture in autumn

WE HAVE PUT TOGETHER SOME TOP TIPS FOR YOU: No boredom is guaranteed in Hamburg in autumn

Hamburg is diverse, colourful, lively and simply unique. Experience the multifaceted experiences of this city. Our insider tips for a short holiday on German Unity Day:

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    Maritime Experiences Harbour tours tickets

    There is a reason why Hamburg is called the Venice of the North. Book your tickets for Alster and harbour cruises or other maritime experiences…

    Harbour tours tickets
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    from 22 € p.P.

    Guided Tour "Discover the Hanseatic city and it's landmarks"

    The Hanseatic City of Hamburg - cosmopolitan city & metropolis where culture, history and modernity come together. This city tour takes you to the…

    Guided Tour "Discover the Hanseatic city and it's landmarks"
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    Kunstmeile Hamburg - 3-Tage-Kunstmeilenpass
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    from 35 € p.P.

    Kunstmeile: 3-day ticket

    The Kunstmeile Hamburg are the six renowned art institutions in the center of Hamburg. The Bucerius Kunst Forum, the Deichtorhallen Hamburg, the…

    Kunstmeile: 3-day ticket
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    from 35 € p.P.

    Heiße Ecke – Das St. Pauli Musical

    THE cult musical at the St. Pauli Theatre on the Reeperbahn is a must-see. This musical celebrates pure life and guarantees a perfect evening.

    Heiße Ecke – Das St. Pauli Musical
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    Highlights in Hamburg Musicals & Shows

    Unique stage pictures, elaborate choreography and songs to melt away for the heart-warming stories in the musicals in Hamburg. Simply worth to see.

    Musicals & Shows

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