Hamburg Dom, Northern Germany's Premiere Festival

Hamburg Dom History

The Hamburg Dom dates back to 1337, when local Hamburg merchants, artisans, and jugglers were allowed to reside in St. Mary's Cathedral in inclement weather. Now, three times per year, the Heiligengeistfeld (which translates to ‘field of the Holy Spirit’) is transformed into a wonderland. Each month-long festivity has its own theme. The spring festival, also known as Frühlingsdom, begins during the third or fourth week of March and runs until the third or fourth week of April and offers medieval flair. Sommerdom Hamburg, from the very end of July through most of August, has a Wild West theme, with relaxed beer gardens and an urban beach. Come November, the Winterdom version of the funfair offers a full transformation into a winter wonderland, with mulled wine at every corner.
The team behind Hamburg Dom must be praised for their success. The fair, along with several others throughout Germany, are used as models for funfairs across the world, including London’s famous annual Winter Wonderland festival.

Entertainment for All at the Hamburg Dom

Rides remain constant each season. Fan favourites include an Olympic rollercoaster (not for the weak-stomached), a water rapids ride to cool off, Hamburg’s unique take on the helter skelter, and of course, nostalgia-inducing vintage carousels. A ride on the Hamburg Ferris wheel makes it easy to catch a view of the fair in its entirety. Kids in particular wil be amused by the illusion booths and obstacle-filled funhouses. And don't forget to come hungry, as the Dom is known for serving German classics like wurst and pommes along with funfair favourites like crêpes, and as one might expect, beer, beer, and more beer.

Hamburg Dom Dates and Opening Times

The Hamburg Dom operates three times per year, for a month each time. In spring, the Dom begins during the third or fourth week of March and runs until the third or fourth week of April, respectively. For summer visitors, the fair begins at the very end of July and wraps up at the end of August. In colder weather, head to the Hamburg Dom from the first Friday in November until the first Friday of December.
From Monday to Thursday, the Dom is open from 11:00 to 23:00. On Fridays and Saturdays, it is open from 11:00 to 00:00. And on Sundays, visit the fair from 14:00 to 23:00.

Hamburg Dom Prices

The fair offers free entry for all. Each ride has its own fee.

Special events

Wednesday is everyone’s favourite day, family day. Whilst the adults can enjoy reduced prices, pint-sized Hamburg Dom-ers can enjoy some extra special surprises. Your children can expect to be mesmerised by jugglers, clowns and acrobats. And everyone can enjoy all the rides their hearts desire, by taking advantage of the fantastic deals exclusive to family day.
On Fridays at 22:30, a spectacular fireworks display lights up the Heiligengeistfeld sky.

How to get there: Directions and Parking

Hamburg Airport will allow you to take international flights to the city. It is an approximately 30 minute drive from the airport to the Hamburg Dom, by taking Flughafenstraße to Alsterkrugchaussee/B433 and driving along Lehmweg and Grindelberg. You can also catch international trains to Hamburg from other parts of Europe.
The closest underground U-Bahn stations are the U3 at the station Feldstraße or the station St. Pauli, or the U2 Messehallen​​​​​​. For the S-Bahn, take the S1 or S3 to either Landungsbrücken or Reeperbahn.
By bus, take the Metrobus 3 or the Nachtbus ('night bus') 602 to Feldstraße, or the bus line 112, the Schnellbus ('fast bus') 36 or 37, or Nachtbusse ('night buses') 601, 607, 608, 609, or 688 to St. Pauli.
There are several parking lots available around Heiligengeistfeld, typically for a fee.

Near the Hamburg Dom

The NH Collection Hamburg City Hotel is situated very close to Hamburg Dom. Top attractions in the vicinity include the Schanzenviertel, a trendy, lively neighbourhood with plenty of restaurants, and the Hamburg State Opera.

Author: Ricardo Carvalho

Guest Relation Manager of NH Collection Hamburg City

In Hamburg we say “Moin”! My name is Ricardo Carvalho and I'm a “Hamburg Jung” (Hamburg boy) with Portuguese roots. I was born here, and I live in and love Hamburg.
In order to share my enthusiasm for the city, I started training as a hotel specialist at the NH Hamburg Altona in 2007, and moved to the NH Collection Hamburg City in 2015.
With the philosophy of the NH Collection brand as well as the special service Guest Relations offers I have found my perfect job! I am always happy to show my guests the most beautiful city in the world and enjoy making their visit to Hamburg as memorable as possible.