InfoCenter
The HafenCity Kesselhaus InfoCenter
A presentation of everything currently happening between the Elbe bridges and Kehrwiederspitze promontory is on view in the InfoCenter in Kesselhaus at Sandtorkai 30. The HafenCity InfoCenter has been documenting the goings on in HafenCity since 2000: visitors can follow every step of the planning and discussions here and gain an idea of the latest stage of development
In addition to the wealth of information available in the HafenCity InfoCenter, a visit to the café is very worthwhile (© Dominik Reipka)
Opened in December 2000, the Kesselhaus has been receiving domestic and international visitors - including investors, architects, politicians, school classes and private individuals - ever since. The range of events and presentations has something for everyone, be it an official visit by a head of state or a company outing. Many visit the InfoCenter regularly in order to watch the progress of the project. The original role of the historic brick building, which dates back to 1886/87, was to supply power to the warehouse buildings of Speicherstadt. Now, it has been converted into a visitor centre providing in-depth information on one of the most prominent town planning projects in Europe. The material available includes brochures, a variety of different exhibitions, information on current architectural competitions, and, of course, the impressive model display. The ongoing progress of each building is depicted by wooden cubes which gradually become striking architectural designs. Further models displaying the Elbe Philharmonic Hall Hamburg and the Überseequartier district provide an idea of the development and inspire visitors to imagine the future of Hamburg.
InfoPoints offer all kinds of information on fundamental topics concerning HafenCity. The interactive exhibition "24 h – a day in HafenCity" provides the InfoCenter with an additional playful element for "explorers". In the tower room, visitors can take a look at the future plans for the public urban spaces, and in the foyer, the area with its growing building sites can be observed live via webcam.
The best way to get to know HafenCity is to take a closer look at the site. The InfoCenter offers guided tours including guided bicycle rides during the summer. Following a brief introduction next to the scale model, which provides an overall impression of the development, the guide will take you outside for a hands-on inspection. In addition to all the information you get, the café at the Kesselhaus is also worth visiting: a delicious selection of refreshments awaits you in a setting as conducive to reading and relaxation as it is to consideration and discussion.
HafenCity InfoCenter - Kesselhaus
Am Sandtorkai 30
20457 Hamburg
Tel: +49 (0)40 36901799
Opening hours:
Tuesday-Sunday 10 am to 6 pm, Monday closed
From May to September: Thursday 10 am to 8 pm
Free of charge
Please register for guided group tours via our group registration forms
Opening hours over the Easer holidays:
Good Friday: 10 am to 6 pm
Easter Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm
Easter Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm
Easter Monday: 10 am to 6 pm
HafenCity Guided Tour:
Every Saturday at 3 pm, meeting point: entrance hall
A guided "after work" tour is offered Thursdays from May to September at 6.30 pm
Free of charge, advance notice not required
HafenCity Bicycle Tour:
At 11 am on the first and third Sunday of each month from May to September, meeting point: entrance hall
Free of charge, advance notice not required, please bring your own bicycle
