Övelgönne, Residential district along Elbe River in Hamburg, Germany
Övelgönne is a residential district along the northern bank of the Elbe River with tree-lined streets and homes overlooking the water. The area stretches along the riverfront and features walking paths that lead to the harbor and green spaces.
The area began as a fishing village and became part of Altona in 1890, transforming into a residential neighborhood. It later joined the Othmarschen district, shaping the administrative identity of the place.
The Museum Harbor displays traditional vessels and maritime tools that reflect the importance of shipping work to the people who lived here. Visitors can see these boats up close and understand how central this craft was to the community.
The district is accessible by multiple bus lines and well connected to Hamburg's public transport network. The paths along the Elbe are easy to walk and provide direct access to local attractions.
A massive glacial boulder called 'Der alte Schwede' sits on the Elbe beach, standing about 4.5 meters tall and weighing 217 tons. This stone was carried by ice during the last Ice Age and remains a visible reminder of that distant past.
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