Elbjazz Festival in Hamburg

On the last weekend in May each year, the Elbjazz Festival in Hamburg transforms the city's famous port into a showcase for jazz from all over the world. This festival has a very special cachet, with unusual venues and many acclaimed artists. Quirky spaces where jazz can now be heard include an old cargo ship, a theatre in the warehouse district and a shipyard. Boats shuttle spectators between the various venues – a unique way to see the sights of the port.