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Elbphilharmonie
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A glass concert hall rising on top of an old warehouse, with a free public viewing plaza.
Church, mosque or temple · Germany · Hamburg
St Michael's Church (Michel)
Hamburg's famous baroque church, with a tower viewing platform over the harbour.
Paid entry about 45 min
For storytellers
Why St Michael's Church (Michel) matters
Known as the Michel, this baroque church with a green copper tower is Hamburg's symbol. Climb or take the lift up the tower for a panorama over the harbour and city. Sailors used to navigate by it.
Talking points
- Its tower is Hamburg's best-known landmark
- A viewing platform looks over the harbour
- It is a baroque church
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