Schnitger organ, Hamburg

Name: Schnitger organ
Address: Hamburg, Germany

#285 among attractions in Hamburg

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The organ of the St. Jacobi Church in Hamburg, was built from 1689 to 1693 by the most renowned organ builder of his time, Arp Schnitger. The organ boasts four manuals and pedal with 60 stops, 15 of which are reeds – and has approximately 4000 sounding pipes. All in all, from the organ's original installation and its condition today not much of its conception has changed. The old pipework and the prospect pipes have been preserved in almost original format. It is the largest organ in existence from before 1700 and is one of the most eminent Baroque instruments that have been preserved. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°33'1"N, 10°0'1"E

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Hamburg-Mitte (Hamburg-Altstadt)Hamburg Germany

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Schnitger organ – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mönckebergstraße, Spitalerstraße, Hamburger Kunsthalle, City Hall.

~670 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Mönckebergstraße, Hamburg
4 min walk • Mönckebergstraße, often referred to as 'Mö,' is the bustling heart of Hamburg's shopping district, a vibrant thoroughfare where international retail chains and local boutiques stand shoulder to shoulder, vying for the attention of both locals and tourists alike.
~790 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping district
Spitalerstraße, Hamburg
4 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Hamburg, Spitalerstraße stands as a vibrant shopping district that beckons to both locals and tourists alike. This bustling pedestrian zone, with its wide array of retail outlets, offers a shopping experience that is both diverse...
~1770 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Neo-renaissance architecture
Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg
9 min walk • The Hamburger Kunsthalle is a beacon of fine arts in the heart of Hamburg, Germany, and stands as one of the country's largest and most prominent art museums. Established in 1850, it houses an extensive collection that spans seven centuries of European art, from the...
~1710 ftW
Grand civic building with guided tours
City Hall, Hamburg
9 min walk • Hamburg's City Hall, known as the Rathaus in German, stands as a striking emblem of the city's rich history and civic pride. This grand Neo-Renaissance building, constructed from 1886 to 1897, serves as the seat of Hamburg's government, housing the city's senate...
~960 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Europa Passage, Hamburg
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hamburg, the Europa Passage is a bustling hub of retail and leisure that has become a staple for both locals and tourists alike. This modern shopping center, boasting an impressive architectural design, spans five floors and is home to over 120...
~1830 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Bucerius Kunst Forum, Hamburg
9 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Hamburg, the Bucerius Kunst Forum offers a cultural haven for art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike. This contemporary museum, situated near the historic Rathausmarkt, presents a dynamic range of high-caliber exhibitions that span...
~1800 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Deichtorhallen, Hamburg
9 min walk • The Deichtorhallen in Hamburg, Germany, stands as a paramount institution for contemporary art and photography. Comprising two historical buildings, the Deichtorhallen is renowned for its vast, open steel-and-glass architecture that dates back to the early 20th...
~780 ftW
Gothic-style church with a sizable tower
Church of Saint Peter, Hamburg
4 min walk • The Church of Saint Peter, or Hauptkirche Sankt Petri, as it is known in German, is a prominent religious edifice and a historical landmark in the heart of Hamburg, Germany. With its towering spire stretching to the heavens, the church has stood as a beacon of faith...
~1540 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Theme restaurant
Dialogue in the Dark, Hamburg
8 min walk • Dialogue in the Dark is an awareness raising exhibition and franchise, as well as a social business. In Dialogue in the Dark, blind guides lead visitors in small groups through different settings in absolute darkness.
~1590 ftW
Square
Rathausmarkt, Hamburg
8 min walk • Rathausmarkt is the central square of Hamburg, Germany, located in the Altstadt quarter right in front of the Hamburg Rathaus.
~90 ftE
Historic church with a famous organ
St. James' Church, Hamburg
1 min walk • St. James' Church is one of the five principal churches of Hamburg. In 1529, it became a Lutheran church. It is located directly in the city centre, has a 125 m tall tower and features a famous organ by Arp Schnitger from 1693.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Schnitger organ?

Nearby attractions include St. James' Church, Hamburg (1 min walk), Bishop's Tower, Hamburg (3 min walk), Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz, Hamburg (3 min walk), Thalia Theater, Hamburg (4 min walk).

How to get to Schnitger organ by public transport?

The nearest stations to Schnitger organ:

Bus

Jakobikirchhof • Lines: 16, 17, 6, X35, X80 (2 min walk)
Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz • Lines: 19, 3, 5, 606, 607, 608, 609, 610, 640, 641 (2 min walk)

Metro

Mönckebergstraße • Lines: U3 (3 min walk)
Meßberg • Lines: U1 (5 min walk)

Light rail

Jungfernstieg • Lines: S1, S2, S3 (8 min walk)
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof • Lines: S1, S11, S2, S21, S3, S31 (9 min walk)

Train

Hamburg Central Station (9 min walk)
Hamburg Dammtor / Universität (23 min walk)

Ferry

Jungfernstieg • Lines: Alsterkreuzfahrt (9 min walk)
Atlantic • Lines: Alsterkreuzfahrt (15 min walk)