Inner Alster Lake

Inner Alster Lake

The Alster was originally a river flowing through the city of Hamburg. However, this river is divided in two and widens as it passes under the Lombard Bridge (Lombardbrücke) and Kennedy Bridge (Kennedybrücke) near Jungfernstieg. By convention, this stretch of the Alster River is referred to as Alster Lake. Inner Alster Lake refers to the water area from near Jungfernstieg to the Town Hall Market, making it one of Hamburg’s two major artificial lakes, which flows into the Elbe River.

Covering an area of 0.2 square kilometers and with a depth of about 2 meters, Inner Alster Lake is a popular venue for festivals and celebrations. The most famous of these is the annual Alstervergnügen (Alster Fun Festival), a street fair held along the lakeside on the first weekend of September each year. In the center of the lake stands a large fountain, which dances gracefully during holidays, blending beautifully with the surrounding scenery to create a natural masterpiece. At night, Inner Alster Lake becomes even more enchanting, its charm amplified under the glow of various lights.

Binnenalster (Inner Alster Lake)

Must-visit reason: One of Hamburg’s most famous lakes

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Germany[Germany]

Province/State where the attraction is located: State of Hamburg [Hamburg]

City where the attraction is located: Hamburg [Hamburg]