Place description: Hamburg, or the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg as it is known officially, is both a city and one of Germany’s 16 federal states. It is the second largest city in the country and the seventh largest city in the European Union. The city was once a member of the medieval Hanseatic League and was a sovereign city state before the German unification in 1871.
The city has had its fair share of catastrophes. After the Great fire of Hamburg, North Sea Flood of 1962 and bombings during the second world war, the city managed to get back on its feet, stronger than before. The city holds Europe’s third largest port and is also a well-known tourist destination.

Important landmarks/places nearby: One of the very first things you will learn about Hamburg is that it is a beautiful place to be in. When you step out to explore the city, you will see scenic and man-made spectacles in complete harmony. Places like Ringelnatztreppe and Boller are perfect examples of that. Neuer Jungfernstieg is perfect to take a walk in solitude or in the company of friends. Places like Brooksfleet and Alster Fountains are also located nearby.

Crime rate: Hamburg’s overall crime rate is 44.08 and is classified as moderate. Based on the level and type of criminal offense, the crime rate varies from low to moderate. Since it is a tourist destination, it is considered relatively safe, however a few areas are discredited. You can research more about the crime rate statistics of Hamburg before making a final decision.

Nearby Airports: The campus is located such that it is just a 30 minute drive away from the airport. The airport in question is the Hamburg International Airport which you will be well acquainted with whether you are taking domestic or international flights.

Nearby Subways and train stations: The nearest train station is Königstraße, located 4 minutes away from the campus. There are also quite a few subway stations (U Feldstraße, St. Pauli and Schlump) near the campus but all of them are a 10 minute drive away. The nearest bus stops are at least 10 minutes away as well so distance is no longer a deciding factor. We recommend you choose transportation for your daily commute based on your comfort and budget.

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