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Blankenese from its prettiest side: the characteristic tower of Süllberg.
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Blankenese is without a doubt the classiest of Hamburg’s Elbe
suburbs. The combination of beautiful countryside, posh
villas and the atmosphere of the fishing village it once was
make Blankenese attractive for outings any time of the year.
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The Blankenese train station is the perfect departure
point for a walking tour as both the rapid transit train
and several bus lines stop here. From the recently
remodelled station square it’s a mere stone’s throw to
Blankeneser Bahnhofstrasse and the centre of town.
A nondescript MEMoriaL STonE set in the shade of
several trees commemorates the conflict between the
Kingdom of Denmark and the then German Confederation
in 1848–49 concerning Blankenese’s ties with
Schleswig-Holstein, a conflict which cost the lives of
many citizens here.
Meanwhile, Blankenese,
like Altona, has
been integrated in
Hamburg for over 70
The picturesque stairway
quarter offers constantly changing
views.
Photo: PantherMedia
years. To the left are
the Hessepark and
Kiekeberg where the
stairs Beckers Treppe