Bewuste keuze-Hamburg, Kopenhagen en Bremen

Über das Reiseziel: Hamburg, eine jahrhundertealte Handelsstadt, ist eine geschäftige Mischung aus hanseatischem Kommerz und Weltoffenheit. Eine sehr schöne Stadt, die während des Zweiten Weltkriegs schwer beschädigt wurde. Ein Großteil der für Norddeutschland so charakteristischen Ziegelarchitektur mit Kupferdach ist erhalten geblieben, während schöne Parks und Seen den Anspruch Hamburgs begründen, das Venedig des Nordens zu sein. Ein aktives kulturelles Leben verleiht dieser weitläufigen Hafenstadt weitere Vitalität. Die Hamburger Altstadt ist gefiltert mit wunderschönen Kanälen von der Alster bis zur Elbe. Das reich verzierte Rathaus dominiert das Stadtzentrum. In der Nähe befindet sich die ebenso imposante St. Michaeliskirche. Erklimmen Sie den massiven Turm dieser schönen Barockkirche und genießen Sie die herrliche Aussicht. In der Nähe des Rathauses befinden sich die Börse, die für diese Handelsstadt angemessen ist, und die zerstörte St.-Nikolai-Kirche. Seine Überreste gelten als Antikriegsdenkmal. Einkaufsliebhaber sollten sich auf den Weg nach Pöseldrof machen, einem charmanten Viertel mit schicken Häusern, kleinen Cafés, Boutiquen und Antiquitätengeschäften. Die Nachtvögel werden im berüchtigten Stadtteil St. Pauli eine tolle Zeit haben. Hamburg wird die Besucher mit seiner dynamischen und coolen Atmosphäre überraschen. In dieser Stadt kann absolut jeder einen guten Ort finden, der seinem Geschmack entspricht. Die zahlreichen Parks, Kanäle, Brücken und wunderschönen Seen, die der Fluss Alster bildet, lassen Sie die offensichtliche Strenge vergessen.

Über das Reiseziel: A decade ago, visitors came to Copenhagen just for its canals, cobbled squares, charming streets and pastel painted houses. Now this city is most known for its innovative design, cutting edge architecture and its top-rated restaurants. This historic city of canals has become trendy, cosmopolitan and exciting, without losing its old charms. The fairytalelike port of Nyhavn, the city’s legendary waterfront, is the most traditional sight of Copenhagen, where visitors enjoy the cobbled streets and colorful houses that contrasts with Langelinje quay, where the city’s most famous attraction, The Little Mermaid, is located. Walking along the Langelinje quay, the modern opera house appears on the horizon bringing tourists back into the 21st century. Another of the city’s new waterfront landmarks is the Black Diamond entertainment complex, an additional reason to travel beyond the tiny tourist-focussed centre. The building itself is stunning and provides a unique opportunity to lounge in a deckchair overlooking the water. Two of the coolest areas of the city are Veesterbro and Norrebro, away from the herds of tourists. These vibrant neighbourhoods will allow the most adventurous travelers to mix with the locals and experience the buzzing atmosphere of places like the Norrebro Food Hall, a covered foodie market, or the Ralea, the restaurant where local chefs go to get food after work. Copenhagen’s coolest borough of trendy bars, design stores and eateries, where visitors can experience the culinary revolution the city has to offer, it's just a metro ride from the city centre. The less-travelled island neighbourhood of Christianshavn offers a tranquil glimpse of residential life and canal-side strolls. It’s also home to the “free town” of Christiana, a colourful alternative community built by hippies in the 1970s, which shines with galleries and cafés, and has its own, strict set of rules. Copenhagen is clean, safe and easy to get to know. It is also one of Europe’s greenest cities and its public transport would make New York green with envy. Its centre is reserved for pedestrians and strict anti-pollution laws enforced. It’s an environmentally idyllic spot with plenty of green space and bicycles often outnumber cars, so be careful of stepping out into bike lanes. Wander carefree to the world-famous Tivoli amusement park and the city’s delightful botanical garden, or take to the pavement cafés and restaurants in the summer alongside the locals. Whatever you decide to do in the Danish capital, whether you dig design and dine, or wander in wonder, Copenhagen will keep calling you back like a siren.

Über das Reiseziel: Bremen is a city in northern Germany, population 500,000. Bremen was once a member of the medieval Hanseatic League and is still one of the most important cities in northern Germany. Bremen has more than 1200 years of history, and was, for most of its existence, an independent city-state. Bremen is a rather long and narrow city, lined along both sides of the river Weser. The entire city is located on flat plains. The most important sites to visit in Bremen are: • Rathaus this is one of the finest in Europe and as such has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. • Dom St Petri (Cathedral of St Peter) is over 1200 years old, and its huge towered façade dominates the main square. the interior is impressive with some fine painted details on the ceilings. There is a treasury displaying the collection of the cathedral. • Roland this statue on the main square is of the Knight Roland who was a protector of trade. It appears in many European cities especially those involved in the Hanseatic league. Bremen's is considered one of the finest and is included with Town Hall on the World Heritage List. • Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten (Town Musicians of Bremen) perhaps the most well known figures associated with Bremen are the characters from the Brothers Grimm Fairy Tale, their image adorns many of the souvenirs in the city • Böttcherstrasse, is the incredible Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) street that runs from the main square towards the river. There are many fine façades and courtyards all with large amounts of design detail. There is an impressive Glockenspiel that chimes at regular intervals. There are lots of shops and several Museums, including the impressive Paula Modersohn-Becker Museumg Himmelssaal (unfortunately it is not normally open to the public). • Am Wall is a lovely park next to the former defensive moat which offers a nice place to sit and relax. • Schnoor this area of twisting lanes is a lovely place to wander aimlessly looking at in the many shops and also at the world smallest hotel.