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Get into Hamburg' groove at the Elbphilharmonie

The Elbphilharmonie, popularly nicknamed Elphi, is a concert hall in the HafenCity quarter of Hamburg, Germany, on the Grasbrook peninsula of the Elbe River.

GERMANY // No building is more emblematic of Hamburg's architectural zeitgeist than the Elbphilharmonie. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron, its curving glass panels rise up like the crest of a great wave to break above a 1960s redbrick warehouse that was once used to store cocoa beans. The approach is spectacular via Europe's longest escalator to the Plaza, where a wraparound balcony commands far-reaching vistas. Book tickets for a performance in the acoustically magnificent Grand Hall or, if you'd rather just kick back with dress-circle views, head up to the 12th-floor Harbour Bar for drinks as the sun goes down over HafenCity.

What is Elbphilharmonie Hamburg known for?

The Elbphilharmonie concert hall represents an unprecedented combination of the arts - architecture, music and a unique location in the middle of Hamburg's harbor. Over 2.6 million guests have attended over 1000 concerts so far!

What to see at Elbphilharmonie?

With three concert halls, a Westin hotel, 15 floors of apartments, a tube (a 45-meter-long escalator), and a plaza (where you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city), Hamburg's Elbphilharmonie is a must-see.

Is it free to visit the Elbphilharmonie?

Visitors must present a valid concert ticket or plaza ticket to gain admission. The 'Tube', an 82m long curved escalator, leads visitors after admission to the Plaza and the foyers of the Grand and Recital Halls. The plaza can also be accessed through the elevator.

What are some fun facts about the Elbphilharmonie?

The Elbphilharmonie is an architectural marvel.
It took over 10 years to complete.
The Elbphilharmonie has exceptional acoustics.
This house has three concert halls.
The Elbphilharmonie offers breathtaking panoramic views of Hamburg.

Why is Hamburg famous?

Hamburg has it all: unique architecture, countless canals and bridges, Germany's most famous party mile, outstanding museums. And then the Grand Harbor.

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