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Schuppen 50 of the Deutsches Hafenmuseum on the Bremer Kai, Hamburg

Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A)

TransportMaritimeHistoryTemporarily closedFrom €7Veddel (S3, S31), then bus 256

The Deutsches Hafenmuseum is still being built up on the Bremer Kai in the Hamburg port, and Schuppen 50A is its interim site. A 2,500 m² Schaudepot shows more than 10,000 objects on harbour work, cargo handling, shipbuilding and river shipping. Large objects stand on the quay outside, and the PEKING, a four-masted barque from 1911, can be visited on guided tours in season. The museum belongs to the Stiftung Historische Museen Hamburg.

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Entrance building of Schuppen 50A

Schaudepot im 50er Schuppen

2,500 m² display depot with over 10,000 objects on harbour work, cargo handling, shipbuilding and river shipping, plus the Brunsbüttel pilot station.

Permanent collection€7
The PEKING at Schuppen 50A

PEKING am Bremer Kai

The four-masted barque PEKING (1911) with an exhibition on the saltpetre trade and port logistics; visits by guided tour in season.

Permanent collection€7

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

Australiastraße 50A, 20457 Hamburg

Nearest station: Veddel (S3, S31), then bus 256

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Hours

Seasonal: the Schuppen 50A site is closed in winter and the museum publishes no reopening date. Meanwhile the preview show "Faszination Hafen" runs at the Kultur Kontor Hamburg from 5 November 2026 to 29 March 2027.

Admission

From €7

Reduced 4 EUR for students under 30, apprentices, job seekers and Hamburg Card holders; free under 18.

Accessibility

Only partially barrier-free; the grounds are extensive, so expect a lot of walking.

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How much does Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A) cost?
Standard adult admission to Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A) is €7. Reduced 4 EUR for students under 30, apprentices, job seekers and Hamburg Card holders; free under 18.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A)?
Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A) is open Seasonal: the Schuppen 50A site is closed in winter and the museum publishes no reopening date. Meanwhile the preview show "Faszination Hafen" runs at the Kultur Kontor Hamburg from 5 November 2026 to 29 March 2027.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A)?
Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A) is located at Australiastraße 50A, 20457 Hamburg, in the Kleiner Grasbrook area of Hamburg. The nearest station is Veddel (S3, S31), then bus 256.
What can I see at Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A)?
Hamburg's port museum in a listed 1912 quay shed, with 10,000 objects and the four-masted barque PEKING. Current highlights include Schaudepot im 50er Schuppen and PEKING am Bremer Kai.
Do I need to book Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A) in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A)?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Deutsches Hafenmuseum (Schuppen 50A) accessible?
Only partially barrier-free; the grounds are extensive, so expect a lot of walking.

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