Was it really a terraced house? Here at the Loki und Helmut Schmidt Wohnhaus, the story goes that the Schmidts lived in a simple row house. It’s a persistent myth. The truth is more interesting. This isn’t a typical terraced house, but a spacious double house, standing freely on its grounds along Neubergerweg. Loki and Helmut Schmidt lived here for fifty years, from 1961. Their home wasn’t just a private residence. It became an unofficial second seat of government during Schmidt’s chancellorship. World leaders, from Giscard d’Estaing and Henry Kissinger to King Juan Carlos and Leonid Brezhnev, all visited this quiet corner of Hamburg. The Loki und Helmut Schmidt Wohnhaus also hosted the “Friday Society” for 30 years. Every other Friday, a diverse group of politicians, artists, scientists, and business leaders gathered here for lively discussions. Inside the Loki und Helmut Schmidt Wohnhaus, you’ll find more than just elegant rooms. Every object tells a story. The grand piano speaks to Helmut Schmidt’s love of music. The art collection, featuring works by Chagall, Picasso, and Kollwitz, reveals the couple’s deep appreciation for art. Even now, a virtual tour and a beautifully illustrated book, “At Home with Loki and Helmut Schmidt,” allow you to explore this remarkable home. The house remains a place of contemporary history. It reflects the lives of two extraordinary individuals who shaped Germany and the world.
Allerheiligen Kirche
Hidden within Hamburg’s Neugraben-Fischbek district lies the Allerheiligen Kirche. It serves as a spiritual home for Ukrainian immigrants. The Allerheiligen