XXL Harbor Tour Hamburg: 2 Hours
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
€45.00€36.00- Guide
- German live commentary
- Departure
- Landungsbrücken, Pier 1
Two hours of harbor: twice the time on the water
The XXL harbor tour is the long version of the Hamburg harbor tour: two hours on one boat, either a launch or a passenger ship. It starts at the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, every 30 minutes in summer. You see the Speicherstadt, HafenCity and the container port in more detail than on the one-hour tour and step ashore with real harbor know-how.
XXL Harbor Tour at a glance
- About 2 hoursYou will see the start times for your chosen date after selecting it.
- Your choice of boatYou choose a launch or a passenger ship and stay on board for the whole two hours.
- Live commentaryIn German by the captain, plus a free audio guide in 11 languages via app, including English.
- Meeting point Pier 1St. Pauli Landungsbrücken. At the ticket desk of the Elbreederei Rainer Abicht you find out where your boat is moored.
- Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before the booked date. Applies to online tickets.
- Free rebookingFixed date, rebook up to 24 hours in advance by email or phone.
What to expect
- Twice the time on the water: Speicherstadt, HafenCity and the container port without rushing.
- Live commentary by the captain in German.
- Audio guide in 11 languages via a free app, including English, Spanish, French and Low German.
- Flexible: fixed date, free rebooking up to 24 hours in advance.
Departure times
March to October
- Daily from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, every 30 minutes
November to February
- Daily at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM
These times are a guide; when it is busy, extra boats run and a departure may occasionally shift slightly. Before departure, just ask at the ticket desk of the Elbreederei Rainer Abicht at Pier 1 where your boat is moored.
Meeting point
St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1. Just ask at the ticket desk of the Elbreederei Rainer Abicht where exactly your boat is moored.
How your ticket works
- Fixed date and time: you book the date and time of your tour and take part on that date.
- Free rebooking: if the date no longer suits you, rebook to another day or time up to 24 hours in advance by email or phone.
- Free cancellation: online tickets up to 24 hours before the booked date.
- Valid for 12 months: from the date of purchase, for one tour.
Who the two hours are worth it for
The XXL tour is ideal if you want to understand the port, not just see it. Afterwards you know the most important container terminals, why the Speicherstadt can only be navigated at a suitable tide, and what terms like dry dock, flood barrier lock, TEU, bulbous bow or RoRo ship mean.
A good tip for Hamburg fans, technology lovers and anyone who wants to see more on their second visit than on their first.
Accessibility
Three boats are step-free: the passenger ships RIVER STAR and HAMBURG and the paddle steamer LOUISIANA STAR. They have a gangway for level boarding and a wheelchair-accessible restroom.
Which boat sails when depends on demand, so we cannot guarantee fixed departure times for these three boats. Feel free to contact us in advance. The launches (luxury and traditional launches) are not step-free.
Rather have your own boat for your group?
For company parties, birthdays and bachelor or bachelorette parties we put together your own cruise: route, catering and schedule as you wish, with one contact for everything.
Frequently asked questions about the XXL harbor tour
How long is the XXL harbor tour?
Two hours, all on one boat. You choose a launch or a passenger ship.
How much does the XXL harbor tour cost?
Tickets start at €36 per person.
What is the difference to the one-hour harbor tour?
The XXL tour combines the routes of the one-hour launch tour and the one-hour passenger ship tour into one trip: two hours on one boat, either a launch or a passenger ship. That leaves more time for the Speicherstadt, HafenCity and the container port.
Where does the 2-hour harbor tour start?
From the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken. Just ask at the ticket desk of the Elbreederei Rainer Abicht at Pier 1 where exactly your boat is moored.
Is the harbor tour live commentated and is it available in English?
The captain or crew give a live commentary in German, full of facts and anecdotes about the port. International guests can listen along with a free audio guide app available in 11 languages, including English, Spanish and French.
Are there restrooms on board?
Yes, every boat used has a restroom on board.
Does the harbor tour run when it rains?
Yes, the boats sail in almost any weather. Even in the rain you sit sheltered and dry on board.
Does the boat always go through the Speicherstadt?
No, that depends on the tide. The canals of the Speicherstadt can only be navigated at a suitable water level. The team at the Landungsbrücken will tell you whether it works on your day.
Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair on board?
Strollers are usually no problem. Whether a wheelchair can come along depends on the boat: the passenger ships RIVER STAR and HAMBURG and the LOUISIANA STAR are step-free. Please contact us in advance and let the team on site know.
Can I get food or drinks on board?
Drinks yes: most launches have a drinks vending machine on board. Snacks are not offered on board.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome on board.
What our guests say
The whole process, from the quote and route planning to answering questions and the tour itself, went smoothly. We were even able to include individual route requests.
The relaxed harbor cruise in the evening is really worth it. In the evening, with all its lights, the harbor looks far more impressive and romantic.
The hour flew by, and the guide led the program with wit and charm.
Excerpts from our Google Business Profile, translated (4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews). All reviews on Google