Port of Hamburg

Port of Hamburg

INTRODUCTION:
Port of Hamburg, Hamburg is the largest seaport in Germany and is identified as the Germany’s Gateway to World. It is situated off the North Sea on the river Elbe in Hamburg.

Covering an area of 73.99 square kilometer with a land mass of 34.12 square kilometer, it is considered as the ninth busiest port in the world according to the volume of the business handled here.

Port of Hamburg was set up by Frederick I in 1189 for its strategic location. The port of Hamburg had been a hub of all trading activities in Germany for centuries. It has helped in the evolution of a great economic zone for the bourgeoisie. From 1871, after the unification of Germany it has been the chief port for transatlantic passengers and freight carriage. The port suffered greatly during the post Second World War. However the region has witnessed a rapid growth in business after the reunification of Germany.
The branches of Elbe make Port of Hamburg an ideal location with warehouses and transportation facilities. A wide expanse of Free Port zone encourages toll- free shipping thereby minimizing the cost factor.

From the Landungsbrucken jetties, start the harbor tour that leads one to the famous fish market and the auction hall that is held on Sunday mornings. A stroll along the harbor will be a place for great fish treats at the stalls in the museum ships Cap San Diego and Rickmer Rickmers.

The government planned the deepening of the mouth of Elbe for the ships to enter Port of Hamburg without any difficulty. However, the plan was put off citing ecological reasons after the change of government in 2001. Plan has been set afloat to set up a new district to the north of the port.

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