St. Pauli Landing Stages

The St. Pauli Landing Stages form a long pier complex on the north side of Hamburg Harbor, stretching about 688 meters with floating pontoons connected by ten movable bridges. The building functions like a large transport hub right on the water, bringing together all kinds of transportation in one place.

The first wooden pier was built in 1839 for steamships, while the present structure was constructed between 1907 and 1909 by architects Raabe and Wöhlecke. This new design was meant to meet the growing demands of modern harbor traffic.

The terminal building impresses with its domes and distinctive entrances made of volcanic tuff, placing it under heritage protection since 2003. The architecture reflects the historic role as a gateway to the harbor world and still shapes the appearance of this waterfront area.

The complex serves as a major transport hub where trains, subway lines, buses, and ferries all connect. The movable bridges adjust to water levels, so it helps to explore the paths toward the water and be aware of the different levels as you walk around.

The Pegelturm tower displays water levels through a wall indicator while also serving as a clock for harbor operations. This practical system combined two functions that were equally important for sailors and dock workers.

Location: Hamburg-Mitte

Inception: 1839

Official opening: 1839

GPS coordinates: 53.54611,9.96667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09