Hameln. Come as You Are! – Old Town Summer

Award-Winning Urban Stay Quality

Hameln. Come as You Are! was awarded the German Tourism Prize in 2024 – placing among the Top 5 and winning the ADAC Audience Award. This award recognizes a pioneering initiative to revitalize historic city centers with low-threshold stay offerings.

Colorful Furnishings in the Old Town

From June 1 to August 20, 2026, the Old Town will be equipped with colorful furniture: loungers, chairs, and tables inviting visitors to linger. This spontaneous furnishing significantly changes the Old Town atmosphere, turning the shopping area into a living space.

Plant Islands and Green Accents

Plant islands bring greenery to the historic cobblestone area. Trees, shrubs, and flowers mitigate heat and improve the microclimate. Thus, the initiative also contributes to climate adaptation in the city center.

Play and Activity

Ping-pong tables, foosball, chessboards, and other game elements invite activity and interaction. This makes the Old Town not only a place to stay but also a meeting place.

Service Stations

Bicycle charging stations for e-bikes and mobile phone charging stations complement the offer with practical services that make the city stay easier for tourists and residents.

KlimaKiste (Climate Box)

The KlimaKiste is an installation about climate change that aims to raise awareness of the changes while also presenting solutions. This gives the initiative a political and educational dimension.