I cycled to Volkspark for the first time this weekend, and while a lot of the park is relatively…read moreuncared for, there is some great woodland and nice paths for walking, jogging or cycling. I should mention that it's not suitable for roadbikes - a mountain bike would be best. The woodland here was actually more fun to cycle around than that in the nearby Niendorfer Gehege forest, and there are some reasonably sized hills. Almost part of the park is the Dahliengarten which is incredibly well cared for, and I assume from walking around it has probably the biggest collection of Dahlia flower species in the world. Also just on the edge of the park is the Hauptfriedhof Altona (main Altona cemetery), which is also nice to walk around. Overall, I think it's a better park for cycling, jogging or walking the dog than actually using as a standard park - most of Volkspark is forested.

Popular for dogs and the HSV. Different paths to choose from. Dogs should be on the line, this is…read morenormally ignored, and once in a while the controllers are out and about. Near by is Lüther Park and its beautiful church. The area has cafes which I will notice for the next time

Haynspark is a lovely little park in Eppendorf right next to the water. Most of the time it's…read morerather quiet there which can be like an oasis from the hectic daily grind. A convenient place for a romantic walk in the evening, a sporty jog trot in the morning, a funky BBQ during the summertime or a nice hangout for the kids. (Playground included) Within walking distance: an ice-cream parlour, a sushi bar, a few restaurants and a bus stop.

Nice democratic sample of hamburg on display at this great park in Eppendorf. Weekends and nice…read moreweather evenings it is a paradise for the yuppie grill-chill elite, however with a nice sprinkling of students, shirtless-jugglers, Turkish families and tiny tots waddling around in the wading pool. I fully agree with twisterella's comments on the romantic/sport offerings, sadly the ice-creme parlor is no more. (good ice-cream--it is missed). The canal provides plenty of canoe/paddle/tourist boat action--if that's what you're into! Go there, it's good.