Binnenalster, Urban reservoir in Hamburg-Mitte, Germany.
The Binnenalster forms a rectangular artificial lake with a fountain in its center, surrounded by three pedestrian embankment streets and a northern park.
Created in medieval times through damming the Alster river, this reservoir initially powered local mills and remained within Hamburg's former city walls.
The Jungfernstieg boulevard along the lake hosts the annual Alstervergnügen festival, featuring food stalls and live music performances during September's first weekend.
The lake covers 0.2 square kilometers with an average depth of 2 meters, connecting to public transport through Jungfernstieg station's S1, S2, S3, U1, U2 lines.
The water surface mirrors the city lights and surrounding architecture, including Hamburg's Rathaus, creating reflections visible from Lombardsbrücke bridge.
Location: Hamburg-Mitte
Location: Hamburg
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
GPS coordinates: 53.55500,9.99500
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20
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