Sailing trip on the Hamburg Outer Alster
Overview
What an experience! Together with other sailors, you sail around 1.5 hours on the Hamburg Outer Alster. After a brief introduction to the boat and cutter sailing, you and the cutter captain take off from the dock. You can actively operate the pods and sails under guidance and if you want to steer also at the tiller the course. Or you can simply enjoy the magnificent panorama of Hamburg from the water and let the experienced skipper sail you over the Alster. Come on board and enjoy the great freedom! No sailing skills required!
What's Included
- Life jackets and waterproof sailing jackets and sailing pants are available for free use if required.
Meeting Location
An d. Alster 67
20099 Hamburg, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Außenalster
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rathaus (pass by)
Elbphilharmonie (pass by)
Alster Fountain (pass by)
Michaeliskirche (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Sailing trip on the Hamburg Outer Alster?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-22757P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Life jackets and waterproof sailing jackets and sailing pants are available for free use if required.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sailing trip on the Hamburg Outer Alster is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sailing trip on the Hamburg Outer Alster will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Life jackets and waterproof sailing jackets and sailing pants are available for free use if required.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
