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Altonaer Volkspark

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Altonaer Volkspark

The Altonaer Volkspark in Hamburg celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2014 and is Hamburg's largest public green space. Its creation between 1914 and 1933 paved the way for the development of modern, public parks. This approx. 205-hectare oasis in the Bahrenfeld district has been offering Hamburg's citizens and visitors a wide range of leisure and recreation opportunities for many decades. Whether you're looking for peace and nature, space to do sports or a visit to the stadium – Altona's Volkspark has always been a place to take a break from everyday life

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The idea for a public green space was born as early as 1895, when Altona was one of the most densely populated cities in the German Empire. The park is characterized by extensive forests with steep hills and deep gorges, with the network of trails providing the structure. Today, the Volkspark is a figurehead of the reform garden movement and, in addition to the extensive green spaces, offers designated running tracks, a climbing tower, children’s playgrounds, a skater club and even a mini-golf course. Popularly known as the Volksparkstadion, the HSV Stadium is one of the park’s main attractions and has been around since 1925. A historic part of the park, south of Stadionstraße, has been registered as a garden monument since 2002.