Waltershof

Waltershof is a port district in Hamburg-Mitte situated along the Norderelbe River and operates as a major container handling terminal. The area includes multiple harbor facilities for maritime traffic and features modern container cranes.

The district was originally a residential area but transformed into an industrial zone following the 1962 North Sea flood and subsequent port expansion plans. This transformation shaped Hamburg's modern container shipping operations.

The port district serves as a gathering place for seafarers from across the globe who meet during breaks between voyages. The multilingual and multinational character visible in the area reflects its role as an international maritime hub.

The district connects to other areas through the Elbtunnel and the Köhlbrand Bridge, making car access convenient. As an industrial zone, it suits business visits more than leisure activities unless you have a specific interest in port operations.

Despite its massive industrial setup with numerous modern container cranes at the Burchardkai terminal, the area has almost no permanent residents. This contrast between the scale of port operations and the nearly empty landscape makes the place particularly striking.

Location: Hamburg-Mitte

Elevation above the sea: -2 m

Shares border with: Finkenwerder, Steinwerder, Altenwerder, Othmarschen, Altona-Altstadt, Ottensen

GPS coordinates: 53.52789,9.90068

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25