Among Germany's 16 states, three are so-called city-states which consist of a single city only. These are Bremen (which does actually consist of two cities), Berlin and Hamburg. So Hamburg's town hall is not only a town hall but also the see of the senate, the local parliament. It was built in neo-renaissance style in the late 19th century and inaugurated in 1897 and stands on over 4000 oak posts. It is possible to visit the town hall. English, French and German tours are available throughout the day. Opening times are daily from 10:00 to 15:00 (friday to sunday only until 13:00, info from May 2006). The Rathaus is closed for visitors when special political events or similar activities take place inside.
The place in front of the Rathaus, the Rathausmarkt, is a place where public markets smaller festivals and events take place.
To learn more about the political system of Hamburg visit following link:
Hamburger Buergerschaft
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Phone: +49 40 42831-2064
Address: Rathausmarkt
Directions: U3: Rathaus or several bus lines to Rathausmarkt, close to the southeastern part of Jungfernstieg
Website: http://fhh.hamburg.de/stadt/Aktuell/senat/rathaus/start.html
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on May 17, 2006
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