Planning a short break to Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein in Germany ? This Snapshot travel guide (extracted from The Rough Guide to Germany ) gives you focused, expert coverage of Germany’s great port city and the wind-blown coastline of its northernmost state. Bonus: Rough Guides Trip Planner Build your perfect short-trip itinerary in minutes. Create, share and print a day-by-day plan for Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein – or ask Rough Guides to customise it for you. Discover the best of this maritime region with this expert travel guide – explore Hamburg’s dynamic port and the stunning architecture of the Elbphilharmonie , then wander through the historic lanes of the Hanseatic port of Lübeck . Enjoy the fashionable beach resorts of Sylt , visit the craggy cliffs of Helgoland , and experience the tranquil scenery of the Holsteinische Schweiz . Whether you are seeking world-class art at the Kunsthalle or the wild natural beauty of the Wattenmeer , this guide highlights the very best of northern Germany. Inside this Snapshot Travel Guide: Expert picks on what to see and where to stay, eat and explore - Top sights: Hamburg’s Speicherstadt, the Holstentor in Lübeck , and the iconic red cliffs of Helgoland - Regional highlights: The elegant seaside villas of Travemünde , the expansive beaches of Sankt Peter-Ording , and the historic Viking heritage at Schleswig - Clear maps and practical on-the-ground tips - Cultural insights: Hamburg’s legendary Reeperbahn nightlife , the prestigious Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival , and the maritime traditions of the North Sea islands Compact, affordable and easy to carry , this Snapshot travel guide to Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein is perfect for short trips , with targeted coverage to save money and travel light . For full-country planning, see The Rough Guide to Germany .