Cruise Center Steinwerder

Cruise Center Steinwerder is the largest and most modern of Hamburg's cruise terminals, officially opened in 2015. Located on the southern side of the Elbe River at Buchheisterstraße 16, this facility was designed to accommodate the world’s largest cruise ships and serves as a primary terminal for turnaround operations.

The terminal features a spacious layout with separate embarkation and disembarkation halls, ensuring smooth passenger flow and efficient logistics. It offers a full suite of services including check-in counters, customs and immigration processing, baggage handling, air-conditioned waiting areas, and a limited selection of vending and refreshment options. Due to its location in the harbor’s industrial area, it is not accessible by foot and requires transportation via port shuttle, taxi, or private transfer. Shuttle services are typically provided by cruise lines to link passengers to central Hamburg or public transit hubs. Parking facilities are available nearby for both short- and long-term stays. Cruise Center Steinwerder primarily hosts major international cruise lines such as AIDA Cruises, MSC Cruises, Costa, and TUI Cruises.