News from the quarter
Updates from Kleiner Grasbrook, HafenCity and the neighbouring districts.
Fascination with Ports: A preview of the future Port Museum in central Hamburg
An exhibition at Kultur Kontor has offered a preview of the German Port Museum since 5 November. The proposed new museum on Grasbrook is a different location.
Grasbrook: Construction begins on underground rainwater storage
A system designed to hold 6.3 million litres of rainwater is taking shape in the planned Moldauhafen Quarter. Initial work began in October; completion is expected by 2030.
Amsinckstraße: Reversible lanes ended; three lanes each way planned from 9 November
The temporary tidal traffic system is being removed earlier than expected. Three lanes in each direction are due back on Monday, while water-main work continues.
Harburg rail disruption: metronom announces further exceptional services
Many regional trains between Hamburg-Harburg and the central station are cancelled until 22 November. Updated exceptions for 2-6 and 12-15 November and extra buses serving the Elbe islands.
Grasbrook's heating and cooling network: who will build it, and when
enercity is to build Grasbrook’s heating network. Supply is planned from 2031 in Moldauhafen Quarter, followed by heating and cooling in Hafentor Quarter from 2035.
Air monitoring station on Kleiner Grasbrook closes: Replacement not expected soon
The Hafen/Kleiner Grasbrook monitoring station at Worthdamm stopped measuring air pollution on 21 September. What happens to its equipment and what remains uncertain.
U4 to Grasbrook: What the 13 October hearing means
Objections to the planned U4 extension will be discussed with those involved. Why this is not a public information event or a decision authorising construction.
New access road to O’Swaldkai: Reorganising port traffic and Hafentorquartier
A new road is intended to connect the O’Swaldkai terminal via Hansabrücke and Veddeler Damm while freeing up land for the future Hafentorquartier.
Moldauhafen Quarter: Where visitors are expected to park
Public and accessible parking spaces are planned in shared underground garages. An agreement shows how Hamburg intends to safeguard this provision – and what remains undecided.
From Veddel to PEKING: A walk through migration, port labour and Grasbrook
A guided walk on 16 October links Veddel with Lagerhaus G, the German Port Museum and PEKING – while also looking at change on Grasbrook.
Wind as the Main Propulsion Source: What Windship Day on PEKING Explored
A look back at the 31 August event: modern sailing cargo ships were discussed at the existing port museum. What the research aims actually mean.
Sachsenbrücke: Why Two Bridges Are Planned for the Hafentor Quarter
The winning design separates the road crossing from a promenade bridge. An overview of the plans, the Veddel connection and the published timetable.
Köhlbrand Bridge Run: Getting There and Closures Around Windhukkai
Three starts on 3 October: the organiser lists specific road closure periods. What visitors, neighbours and port businesses need to know.
Red Storm Charlie: Exercise at O’Swaldkai and Information for Residents
A drone-defence drill at the terminal is part of an exercise running until 26 September. Information on vehicle movements and helicopter noise.
Freihafen Elbe Bridge: Temporary Replacement Planned to Open in 2028
Two southbound lanes and a western walking/cycling path are planned. The project website proposes 25 November 2026 for the implementation decision.
Explore Grasbrook on Foot: Guided Walks on 28 September
Two public walks start at Veddel as part of WATER_CITY WHERE NEXT? Registration is required; check the registration form for current availability.
Heritage Open Days: Port Museum Presents the Rethe Bridge
On 12 and 13 September 2026, a display about the Rethe Bridge opens at Shed 50A, with tours exploring Hamburg’s port infrastructure.
A new district is taking shape in the heart of the port
Over the coming years, Kleiner Grasbrook will become a new, vibrant quarter overlooking the Elbe — an overview of the project.