An Important
Statement
From the Board
COVID-19 REGULATIONS , MARCH 22 , 2021
Hamburg is now experiencing a strong surge in coronavirus infections , mostly of the more infectious variant B . 1.1.7 . The current incidence value is now considered high ( between 100 and 200 for more than four consecutive days ), and a new strict lockdown is in place until at least April 18 , 2021 . The prioritization of vaccines and all regulations to contain the virus , including possible curfews , may now change on very short notice .
You can read the current Hamburg guidelines for containing the coronavirus in detail in German
here . This page is always updated to show the current regulations . In English , a shorter version is available
here .
Medical masks ( surgical masks or KN95 / FFP2 masks ) are mandatory for everyone age 14 and older on public transportation , in stores and markets , in places of worship , in public offices and in medical treatment centers , as well as in all offices , places of business , and public buildings . These masks are now mandatory for passengers from separate households in private cars .
The masks are also mandatory in certain highly-frequented areas of the city at defined times .
If not absolutely necessary , private visits and any kind of travel should be curtailed . This includes travel over the Easter holidays . We would ask you to respect these guidelines when planning any activities , for your own safety and that of others .
Rules for Events and Activities The general rule for any meetup is to follow the German “ AHA ” rule : avoid physical contact with persons outside your own household and maintain physical distancing of 1.5 meters unless circumstances prevent it . Practice strict hygiene : wash and disinfect your hands and contact surfaces often , and sneeze into your elbow . Wear a medical mask (“ Alltagsmaske ”) in all designated spaces ; this includes the space in front of stores and in parking lots .
Curfews and place restrictions may apply to all types of events .
Tests are now being offered at many locations in the city ( city test locations , Apotheken , etc .) at no personal cost ( one test per person per week ). Schools have begun regular testing .
Rules for Private Events and Meetups All private events and meetings outside of the family , both indoors and outdoors , are now limited to contact with only one person from a separate household ; there is no exception to this rule over the Easter weekend . Children under 14 are exempt from this rule . Adequate ventilation is essential for indoor safety ; at-home rapid test kits are recommended for indoor meetups .
This contact rule includes private meetups in spaces like parks . There are exceptions for patchwork families and for emergency child care within a neighborhood .
Rules for Restaurants , Cafes , Bars , and Clubs Bars and clubs remain closed . Restaurants and cafes may offer food and non-alcoholic drinks to go .
Rules for Stores “ Click and Collect ” is allowed . Stores selling essential items ( this now includes specialty stores for baby items , bookstores , flower stores , and garden centers ) are open with restrictions ( one customer per 10 / 20 square meters ).
Rules for Museums , Botanical Gardens , Memorials , and Zoos These venues are now closed .
Rules for Commercial / Public Events ( sports , religious , or political events , cinemas , theaters , concerts , etc .) These venues are still closed ( some religious events with very small groups in large ventilated arenas are allowed , usually with pre-signup ). The government has asked but not mandated religious communities to offer “ online only ” religious services over the coming holiday period .
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