With over 1.000 towns, 20 rural districts or independent cities, four federal states and numerous business and social organizations, the Hamburg Metropolitan Region is one of Germany's most dynamic and diverse areas.
It ranks among the most competitive regions in Germany and Europe, being home to nearly 5.4 million people. Strategically located at the intersection of major European transport corridors between Scandinavia, Western, Eastern and Southern Europe, the region benefits from excellent infrastructure, a highly skilled workplace, innovative companies and internationally renowned research institutions. These strengths continue to drive sustainable economic growth, making the region a key economic engine in Northern Germany.
The Hamburg Metropolitan Region offers a unique mix of urban flair and natural beauty: bustling city life, picturesque riverscapes, historic castles and peaceful countryside. Whether it's cycling along scenic routes, hiking through rolling hills, horseback riding or enjoying one of the many golf courses – the region combines economic opportunity with a high quality of life. Fans of water sports and coastal living will find paradise along the river Elbe, North Sea and Baltic Sea, where charming manor houses and exclusive holiday homes await. The number of regional highlights is almost endless.
The region extends far beyond the city of Hamburg itself. It includes:
- In Schleswig-Holstein: Dithmarschen, Herzogtum Lauenburg, Pinneberg, Segeberg, Steinburg, Stormarn, Ostholstein, Neumünster and Lübeck
- In Lower Saxony: Cuxhaven, Lüchow-Dannenberg, Lüneburg, Rotenburg (Wümme), Stade and Uelzen
- In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: the state capital Schwerin, the district of Ludwigslust-Parchim and parts of Nordwestmecklenburg
This wide-reaching cooperation across federal states ensures a strong, interconnected region with shared goals for sustainable development, mobility, innovation and quality of life.
