Hello to the most beautiful city in the world! You’ve finishedmoving , unpacked your boxes, but are still missing the right people to grab coffee by the Alster or go for spontaneous drinks at Schanzenstern? Here are the best platforms, groups, and events to help you make connections in no time.
Running Clubs
Running clubs are all the rage right now—and they’re the perfect way to meet new people! The concept is simple: you start out together, take a run through Hamburg, and easily make new friends while you run. Since there’s now a wide variety of running groups in Hamburg, you can find the right club for every fitness level and time of day. Here’s a selection to get you started: matesandmiles, sweetandsaltyrun, runnershamburg, moveasoneclub, and paceandsilhouettes
Events and Meetups for Women
Girls’ events and meetups offer the perfect setting to make new female friends in a relaxed atmosphere. From group walks and DIY workshops to girls’ nights out or fitness programs , the options are endless. Many of these events are specifically aimed at women who are new to the city or looking to make connections. Since everyone is there for the same reason, taking that first step is easier than you might think. Here’s a small selection of great communities and event organizers: hamburgladiesstroll, girlhood_de, monamie_socialclub, hamburggirlstalkingwalking, and bbacommunity_ (the latter is English-speaking)
Sports Clubs
Sports clubs are and will always be the easiest way to get active in Hamburg while meeting new people at the same time. In addition to the sport itself, the focus is on camaraderie and social connection. Most clubs offer no-obligation trial sessions , so you can easily try out different sports . Grab your workout gear and discover the right option in your neighborhood! In addition, the city of Hamburg offersa diverse program of sporting eventsthat you can easily join with no obligation.
University Sports Hamburg
Hochschulsport Hamburg offers all students and staff at Hamburg’s universities a huge range of activities to stay fit and make new friends. From classic team sports and fitness classes to trendy and outdoor sports, all the way to rock climbing and water sports, the selection is enormous. The program is known for affordable prices, flexible options, and a relaxed community atmosphere without any pressure to perform. You can view the sports offerings here.
Language Cafés
Want to learn a language and meet new people at the same time? Language cafés are the perfect mix of language practice and socializing! You meet in a relaxed setting and speak your target language without any pressure. Whether you’re a native speaker or a beginner, you’ll quickly strike up conversations here and help each other out. Along the way, you’ll make connections with people from all over the world. Hamburg offers a wide variety of language cafés: You’ll find a good overview on this website.
Book Clubs
Book clubs, such as buchgefluester_hamburg or queerer_buchclub_hamburg, are perfect for getting to know new people in a relaxed setting. At group meetings, you’ll discuss bestsellers, classics, or books on niche topics, with the reading material providing the perfect conversation starter. Most groups meet regularly in cafes or libraries and are always thrilled to welcome newcomers. So grab a book, stop by, and find like-minded people!
Bumble BFF
Did you know that Bumble isn’t just for dating? With Bumble BFF, you can simply swipe to find new friends. Once you match, you can make plans right away. If you prefer hanging out in a group, the separate Bumble BFF app is your best bet. There, you can also join events and group activities or create your own.
