Das Meer beginnt am Rathausmarkt - Gemeinsam tun wir mehr fürs Meer

As part of@hamburgsustainabilityweek, the Rathausmarkt will become a “Garden of the Future”—and a marine conservation hub—from June 29 to July 1, 2026!

Under the motto “The Sea Begins at Rathausmarkt,” we’re creating a space right in the heart of Hamburg where marine conservation becomes visible and tangible—with engaging educational activities, creative offerings, and a variety of events for all generations. 🌊

PROGRAM

Monday: Marine Life Day 🐳

WDC & SHARKPROJECT

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Face painting & crafts for kids

Tuesday: Marine Debris Day 🚮

Surfrider & Pro Ocean

2:00 PM Hands-on beach cleanup for everyone

4:30 p.m. Sorting & Quantifying

Wednesday: Awareness Day 🧠

Better Ocean & Heroes of the Sea/Intalcon Foundation & Salzwasser Association

Creating art from the collected trash (fish)

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Mindfulness exercise / Breathwork

Ongoing:

"My Wishes for the Ocean" Paper Boat Folding

Microscopy at the Ocean Van (Pro Ocean)

Fishing Game with Balance Board (Surfrider)

Magnetic Board with Puzzle (Saltwater)

Quiz on Marine Ecosystems (Saltwater)

Together, we’re showing that the ocean doesn’t just start at the coast—it starts right here, in the heart of the city, right outside your front door, and right in your home!

The initiative’s key partners include@surfriderger,@surfrider_hamburg,@proocean.official,@whalesorg_de, @sharkproject_international,@salzwasser.verein,@betteroceans.global,@heroes_of_the_sea, and@intalcon_foundation—all supported by@un_ozeandekade_deutschland.

Come join us. Together, we can do more for the ocean!💙