Cruise Center Altona

Located at Van-der-Smissen-Straße 5, Cruise Center Altona is a stylish, mid-sized terminal situated along Hamburg’s western waterfront, approximately 4 kilometers from the city center. Opened in 2011, the terminal features a contemporary architectural design with a panoramic rooftop terrace that offers passengers and visitors sweeping views of the harbor. The terminal includes check-in counters, customs and security processing, air-conditioned waiting areas, and convenient ground-level baggage handling. A small café is available inside the terminal. Unlike Steinwerder, Altona is well integrated into the city’s public transport system—bus lines 111 and 112 stop directly at the terminal, making it easily accessible for both arriving and departing passengers. Taxis and private vehicles can also drop off or pick up passengers at the entrance. Altona typically serves mid-sized and premium cruise ships, including those from TUI Cruises, Hapag-Lloyd, and luxury lines such as Ponant and Seabourn.