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Germany
We drive along Hamburg's world-famous party mile, the REEPERBAHN
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Reeperbahn, the legendary central artery of the St. Pauli district in Hamburg. …
Listen in the app2The St. Pauli Spirit — Between Kink and Tradition
To understand the Reeperbahn, one must understand the unique 'St. Pauli' identity. …
Listen in the app3Herbertstrasse — The Forbidden Street
Perhaps the most controversial and misunderstood part of the Reeperbahn is Herbertstrasse. This is a street that 'women and children are not allowed to go on' at all. …
Listen in the app4Die Ritze — Boxing, Beer, and Legends
In the heart of the Reeperbahn sits 'Die Ritze,' a famous bar that is a cornerstone of St. Pauli history. …
Listen in the app5The Musical Crucible — From Beatles to Underground
The Reeperbahn’s most enduring global contribution is its role as the birthplace of the modern music scene. In 1962, the Beatles arrived here, playing in clubs like the Star-Club and the Indra. …
Listen in the app6Safety and the Police — Davidwache
In the center of the chaos stands the Davidwache, perhaps the most famous police station in Germany. Its presence is a constant reminder that while the Reeperbahn is a 'portal' of freedom, it can also be 'very dangerous' at night…
Listen in the app7The Grosse Freiheit — The Great Freedom
Just off the main Reeperbahn lies the 'Grosse Freiheit' or 'Great Freedom' street. Its name is historical, referring to the religious and commercial freedom granted to this area in the 17th century when it was still part of…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey through the Reeperbahn, we are left with a complex image of one of the world's most famous districts. It is a place that 'completely changed how I view Germany,' according to many first-time visitors,…
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What is Reeperbahn?
Reeperbahn is a place in Germany with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Germany |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 53.5496, 9.9626 |
| Last updated |
