he town also has a lively cultural scene. The Stadeum hosts performances by international artists and has witnessed many unforgettable evenings. The Kunstverein Stade art society regularly exhibits works by national and international artists, e.g. in Galerie Gerd Uhlig. Further art exhibitions take place at the Kunsthaus Stade, Galerie Fuendling or the stately home Schloss Agathenburg in the neighbouring town of the same name. Two local history museums, the Museum Schwedenspeicher and the open-air Freilichtmuseum, the latter is situated in the middle of a small island in the castle moat, tell the fascinating story of Stade and the Altes Land.

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The metropolis of Hamburg with all its cultural and culinary attractions lies on the other side of the Elbe. It is easy to reach using the direct local railway (S-Bahn) connection from Stade, by car through the Elbtunnel or by boat using one of the ferries across the Elbe from Finkenwerder. The Linie 62 ferries are a real insider tip as they can be used with the normal day ticket sold by the Hamburger Verkehrsverbund for local public transport services. Enjoy an evening out, e.g. at the musicals The Lion King or Tarzan. Hamburg’s nightlife is famous around the world and has entertainment to suit every taste. From the Reeperbahn and St. Pauli to Blankenese and Hafencity – you are certain to feel very much at home.

More informations:

• Stadportal Hamburg 
• Elbphilharmonie 
• Wasserschloss 
• Hamburg Tourismus  
• Lüneburger Heide