In Elsfleth experience maritime flair in a charming small town. Our ship was launched just a few kilometres from here in 1911. Located directly at the harbour Maritime museum The exhibition illustrates the shipbuilding era of the time, the history of shipping on the Weser and the Maritime life in the Wesermarsch region. Interactive stations, models and original exhibits such as historical navigation equipment and portraits of captains give you a vivid picture of seafaring. The old maritime school with its striking architecture characterises the cityscape and stands for the long tradition as a training location for seafarers. A Hike along the Weser beach offers great views of the water and the passing ships. The beautiful market square and the St Nicolai Church invite you to linger.

Hamburg, Germany's "Gateway to the World"fascinates visitors with a Mixture of maritime history, modern architecture and vibrant city life. Hamburg's harbour is one of the city's outstanding sights, one of the largest seaports in Europewhich is best on a harbour tour experienced. The Elbphilharmonie in the HafenCity district impresses with its outstanding acoustics and spectacular architecture. Historically, the Warehouse district the largest contiguous warehouse complex in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hamburg residents and visitors can relax at the Inner and outer Alster. Museums, theatres and the Park Planten un Blomen round off the varied programme. From 1911, Hamburg was the first home port of the Eye of the Windwhich at the time bore the name Friedrich.