Ohlsdorf

Ohlsdorf is a residential quarter in Hamburg's north with good transport links connecting it to the city. The area mixes apartment buildings, green spaces, and historic housing settlements that define its character.

The area emerged as a settlement in the early 1300s and underwent major transformation in the late 1800s when Hamburg chose it as the site for a new cemetery. This decision shaped the district's development and anchored its place in the city's growth.

The Garden of Women honors women whose contributions shaped Hamburg's development, with monuments that tell stories of local influence. Visitors can discover how these figures left their mark on the city's growth and character.

Ohlsdorf station sits centrally and provides direct train connections to the city center as well as subway access. From this hub, visitors can explore the district or quickly reach other parts of Hamburg.

The Frank Settlement displays architecture from the 1930s embodying the garden city idea. This protected housing complex was designed by two brothers and shows how people thought about modern residential living during that time.

Location: Hamburg-Nord

Elevation above the sea: 14 m

Shares border with: Hummelsbüttel, Wellingsbüttel, Bramfeld, Steilshoop, Barmbek-Nord, Alsterdorf, Groß Borstel, Fuhlsbüttel

Website: https://hamburg.de/ohlsdorf

GPS coordinates: 53.62154,10.03776

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21