Speicherstadt and Kontorhaus District with Chilehaus

The Speicherstadt district contains a network of canals lined with tall red brick buildings connected by numerous steel bridges and walkways.

Between 1885 and 1927, construction workers created the warehouse district by demolishing existing structures and building new storage facilities on oak log foundations.

The Chilehaus building displays the expressionist architecture of the 1920s with its sharp angular facade and curved walls resembling a ship's hull.

The Hamburg CARD provides access to guided tours of the warehouse district, including entry to several museums and discounts at local establishments.

The warehouses stand on timber-pile foundations, requiring constant monitoring of water levels to maintain structural integrity through a complex system of pipes.

Location: Hamburg-Mitte

GPS coordinates: 53.54333,9.99194

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:51