Rödingsmarkt leads into the historic Old Town with its characteristic canals, including the Nikolaifleet. Just a few steps away is the St. Nikolai Memorial, with its imposing church tower, which today serves as a reminder of Hamburg’s destruction during World War II and offers a sweeping view of the city.
Departure times
- First bus: 10:12 a.m.
- Last bus: 5:42 p.m.
- Frequency: 30 minutes
- Next stop: St. Michael’s Church / The “Michel” Landmark
- From Stop 13 ⇒ to Stop 14: 8 minutes
Explore the surroundings:
The typical historic Alster canals are known as the “Venice of the North,” winding through the Rödingsmarkt neighborhood between brick buildings and merchant houses. Head toward the harbor/Speicherstadt, cross Willy-Brandt-Straße, and you’ll find yourself right in front of Hamburg’s oldest surviving townhouses on Deichstraße. This very area within walking distance—between Rödingsmarkt, Deichstraße, and the nearby Baumwall—is the heart of the Venice of the North. It’s the perfect starting point for a stroll to Fleetinsel, with its numerous art galleries, which is just a stone’s throw from Rödingsmarkt.
Highlights within walking distance
- Alsterfleet bridges: 1 minute’s walk
- Fleetinsel (art galleries & restaurants): 2 minutes’ walk
- Stadthaus Bridge: 4 minutes’ walk
Our local tip for you
Enjoy some excellent roasted coffee at ‘Public Coffee Roasters’ by the Stadthausbrücke. Alternatively, from here it’s just a ten-minute walk to the heart of the Portuguese Quarter with its excellent fish restaurants.