St. Nicholas' Church
Ehemalige Hauptkirche St. Nikolai
Once the tallest building in the world, this abandoned church is now a monument to the destruction of WWII.

📜 Neo-Gothic church ruins, monument to WWII victims and Hamburg's resilience.
🔍 Once the world's tallest building (1874-1877), destroyed in 1943.

Why Go

⛪ Explore haunting ruins and towering spire
⬆️ Ride elevator to tower top for panoramic city views
🏛️ Visit documentation center and crypt exhibition on Hamburg's destruction
🎨 See thought-provoking sculptures and installations
🚶 Reflect on history and resilience of the city

Tips

🅿️ Free roadside parking available near Willy-Brandt-Straße 60.

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