Rooftop bars with a summer feeling: oases in the hustle and bustle of the big city: the most beautiful roof terraces in Germany
No vacation in sight? Never mind When the heat builds up in the city and the street cafes are overcrowded, there is a solution: Get on the roof! FOCUS Online presents the most relaxed roof terrace bars in the republic – including a panoramic view.
- The new summer trend in Germany's big cities is called rooftop bars.
- There are usually delicious drinks, deck chairs, chill-out music – and a panoramic view of the city.
- From Hamburg to Munich, the in-crowd comes for an after-work drink on the roof terraces.
There are several big city oases: wellness temples, city parks, river banks – and roof terraces! Because the bars, which are located on skyscrapers and towers, have developed into real chill-out areas.
Good drinks at the bar, sun loungers to relax, DJ sounds in the background, a great view over the roofs of the city and a romantic atmosphere at sunset: from Hamburg to Munich, more and more hip rooftop bars are opening their doors. We present eight top locations:
Clouds, Hamburg
"Welcome to heaven" is the motto in the Clouds – 105 meters above the Elbe level. From the all-round glazed rooftop terrace, which is located on the 24th floor on the “Dancing Towers”, the panoramic view extends far over the Elbe, the harbor, Spielbudenplatz, Reeperbahn and Michel.
The place to be for everyone looking for luxurious relaxation. Because in the 235 square meter lounge area, guests can not only sit and stand, but also lie comfortably in the chic sunbeds. An atmospheric hotspot in Hamburg, where, in addition to after-work chill-out sounds, there are also exuberant rooftop parties.
More information: www.clouds-hamburg.de, Monday to Sunday: 12:00 – open end (in good weather)
Campari Lounge, Hamburg
The most beautiful view of the Alster? Possibly from the roof terrace of the George Hotel in Hamburg. When the weather is good, the Campari Lounge opens here, which turns into a trendy sundowner spot with comfortable sofas and good drinks.
At sunset you can watch the sailboats on the water and the hip crowd next door. Highly recommended: the Campari aperitif – a long drink with an antipasti plate.
More information: www.thegeorge-hotel.de, open from 18 ° C when the weather is nice: Monday to Friday 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., Saturday to Sunday 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Klunkerkranich, Berlin
When you reach the fifth floor, you land on the upper deck of the Neukölln Arcaden in a green oasis – the Klunkergarten. The operators themselves describe the entire area as a cultural roof garden. Rightly so!
In addition to a communal roof garden, from which many herbs grow directly into the cocktails, concerts, poetry slams, DJ desks and cinema screenings are held here. But also the bar and a mini-restaurant entice with fresh juices, coffee and delicious dishes. The perfect after-work location with a view over Berlin.
More information: www.klunkerkranich.de, daily from 10 a.m. to 1.30 a.m., Sundays from 12 noon
Monkey Bar, Berlin
The line in front of the 25hours Bikini Hotel can be a bit longer. The reason? The Monkey Bar on the tenth floor. Those who make it to the top will be rewarded with a stylish location. Green plants meander around the bar and guests sit on colorful cushions.
On the terrace, guests can decide whether they prefer to look at the zoo or the city illuminated at night. Tasty: the unusual drinks and small dishes from the neighboring restaurant NENI.
More information: www.25hours-hotels.com, Friday to Sunday 12.00 p.m. – 2.00 a.m.
Oosten, Frankfurt
Admittedly, located at the level of the second floor, the Oosten does not come close to the rest of Frankfurt's skyscraper bars, but it impresses with its alternative flair, casual atmosphere and industrial charm. Placed in the hip, former industrial district of Ostend, one of the two renovated loading cranes forms the basis for the spacious wooden terrace.
From there, there is a spectacular 270 degree perspective of the Frankfurt skyline, the Main and the river bridges. On the comfortable wooden pallet sofas and deck chairs, guests can spend a relaxing evening with a good long drink in hand.
More information: www.oosten-frankfurt.com, Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. – midnight, Friday 10 a.m. – 1 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 a.m., Sunday 9 a.m. – midnight.
25hours hotel by levi's, Frankfurt
View of the skyline and cool metropolitan flair: In summer, wild rooftop parties and concerts take place on the roof terrace of the design hotel 25hours hotel by levi's. The audience is accordingly hip and stylish.
The location is just as well designed as the hotel itself – and the atmosphere is just as casual. This is where the young, international and urban crowd meets to celebrate and chill out.
More information: www.25hours-hotels.com, all information about events via the website and Facebook.
Sky Beach, Stuttgart
The finest sand from the Fiji Islands, deck chairs, four-poster beds, palm trees and a view over the city – the Stuttgart Sky Beach on the deck of the Galeria Kaufhof awakens the feeling of being on holiday in the middle of the city.
The perfect meeting place to relax on the weekend, have a beer with friends or celebrate. Because every Wednesday evening there is an after-work party with a live DJ. Also recommended: the rich gourmet brunch on Sunday.
More information: www.skybeach.de, Monday 12.00 p.m. – 11.30 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday 12.00 p.m. – 12.30 p.m., Sunday 1.00 p.m. – 11.30 p.m. (brunch € 25.00), admission stop at 11.00 p.m., beach Season runs from the beginning of April to the end of September.
Café Vorhoelzer, Munich
A real insider tip, because it is not that easy to find your way up. But the search, which runs through the building of the Technical University of Munich to the fifth floor, is worthwhile – because of the rare view over the roofs of Munich, the relaxed lounge music and the freshly grilled snacks.
On the all-round roof terrace of Café Vorhoelzer, you can not only enjoy a glass of wine in the evening, but also an extensive breakfast buffet on the weekend. A great start to the morning …
More information: www.vf.ar.tum.de/cafe-im-vorhoelzer-forum, September – April 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, May-August 9:00 am – 10:30 pm, brunch on Sunday and public holidays (17 euros ).