Hamburger Dom, Hamburg

The Hamburger Dom is a prominent funfair held at Heiligengeistfeld, a public space in Hamburg's Saint Pauli quarter. It hosts three seasonal fairs each year-Winterdom, Sommerdom, and Frühlingsdom-attracting approximately ten million visitors annually, making it one of Germany's largest and longest-running Volksfests, or people's fairs.

The name "Hamburger Dom," translating to "Hamburg Cathedral," harkens back to the fair's medieval origins, believed to have started in the 12th century as a seasonal market outside the city's now-demolished cathedral. Since 1892, the funfair has been held at its current location, Heiligengeistfeld, or the "Field of the Holy Spirit."

Each fair has its unique charm and timing. Winterdom, the oldest of the three, typically runs for 30 days in November. Sommerdom, established in 1947, spans the entire month of August, while Frühlingsdom, the spring fair, occurs every April.

Located opposite the Saint Pauli U-Bahn station, the Hamburger Dom is a major attraction for both locals and tourists. The fair features numerous rollercoasters and fairground attractions, along with a variety of homemade food stalls. With dinner options available for around 10 Euros, it also offers one of the best value nights out in the city.