Hurentour - Das Original - The History of Prostitution Brought to Life

Hurentour - Das Original offers a unique insight into the history and present-day reality of prostitution - in the heart of Hamburg's notorious red-light district around the Reeperbahn. Factual, serious, and full of surprising details, this tour guides you through St. Pauli, Hamburg's most famous neighbourhood, and sheds light on a world that often remains in the shadows.

With an experienced guide, you explore the streets and squares that shape the red-light milieu, discovering fascinating stories, historical facts, and surprising anecdotes. The tour traces the development of sex work - from the temples of ancient Babylon to the modern organization of brothels on St. Pauli.

This tour goes beyond stereotypes and provides insight into the social, cultural, and economic aspects of sex work. You learn not only why some women (and men) choose this profession, but also what taboos, rules, and challenges continue to define the industry today.

Out of respect for residents and the privacy of sex workers, the tour does not pass through Herbertstraße, but instead explores the street from a historical and cultural perspective.

Important: Our guides do not wear historical costumes. You can identify them by their red vests bearing the inscription "Historische Hurentour".

Did you know that...
- Medieval prostitutes had to follow a specific dress code?
- The Church played an ambivalent role in the world of prostitution for centuries?
- Herbertstraße still has taboos and rules that have existed for decades?

Our guide will enlighten you - with humour, charm, and always with respect.

Highlights of the tour:
- Davidstraße and Herbertstraße: The central axis of the red-light district, where prostitution and police work intersect.
- Davidwache: A look at Hamburg's most famous police station and its connection to the neighbourhood.
- Hans-Albers-Platz: Stories and anecdotes.