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Views · 5 min read

Blankenese from the Water: The Finest Views

Watching container ships in Blankenese: the best spots for Elbe views and ship spotting. When the biggest vessels come through and where to see them best.

History · 10 min read

From Fishing Village to Villa District: 700 Years of Blankenese

700 years of Blankenese: the fascinating history from a small fishing village to an exclusive villa district. Fishermen, pilots, merchants, and famous residents.

Views · 3 min read

Blankenese from Above: A Bird's-Eye View of the Treppenviertel

Spectacular aerial photographs of Blankenese's Treppenviertel: the Elbe slope, the white villas, and 5,000 steps from a bird's-eye view. Unique shots.

Walks · 6 min read

The Finest Loop Walks Through the Treppenviertel

The finest walks through Blankenese: three routes for every level, from a leisurely stroll to an athletic staircase tour. With map and tips.

Guest Post · 3 min read

Guest Contributions

Write for treppenviertel-blankenese.de. Share your stories, tips, and experiences from Blankenese with our readers.

Food & Drink · 5 min read

Where the Best Fish Sandwich Awaits

Where can you find the best fish sandwiches in Blankenese? The top restaurants, cafés, and snack stands on the Elbe beach and in the Treppenviertel, with insider tips.

Walks · 8 min read

The 10 Most Beautiful Staircases in the Treppenviertel

Discover the 10 most beautiful staircases in Blankenese's Treppenviertel: from the Strandtreppe with its 170 steps to the historic Bröers Treppe. With photos and stories.

Kultur · 6 min read

Celebrities in Blankenese: Who Lives (or Lived) Here

These celebrities lived in Blankenese: Hans Albers, Karl Lagerfeld, Helmut Schmidt, and many more. The famous residents of the Treppenviertel.

The monthly post from the Elbe hillside

Once a month: the best views, new stories and events in the Treppenviertel.