U-Bahn Hamburg Linie U3
route From Barmbek to Wandsbek-Gartenstadt
Route Specifications
Route Length
20 km
Endpoints
From Barmbek to Wandsbek-Gartenstadt
Simulation Game
Subway Sim 2
Country
Germany
Rating
4.0 / 5.0
Route Highlight
Building pass-through section
description Route Description
Experience the unmistakable charm and dynamic pulse of Germany's most picturesque metro corridor in SubwaySim: Hamburg U3 Ring Line.
Spanning over 20.7 kilometers and serving 25 meticulously recreated stations, this route delivers a complete, authentic circle line journey through the heart of the Hanseatic metropolis. Originally opened in 1912 as Hamburg's historic Hochbahn, the U3 is world-renowned for its extensive above-ground viaducts rather than dark underground tunnels. The line hugs the city's vibrant cultural and industrial hubs—from the bustling promenade of Landungsbrücken and panoramic vistas over the Elbe river harbor, to cutting directly in front of the iconic Elbphilharmonie and even slicing straight through an active office building at Rödingsmarkt.
You take full control of the modern DT5 electric multiple unit, the backbone of Hamburg's modern transit fleet. Master highly authentic cab controls, true-to-life physics, intricate safety systems, and automated passenger announcements as you navigate tight curve radiuses, varied elevation changes, and demanding timetables. Beyond the iconic circular ring, the line extends toward the leafy northeastern branch of Wandsbek-Gartenstadt, offering a compelling blend of dense urban driving and quiet suburban commutes. Experience the living city from the driver's desk, watch the harbor traffic drift by, and master one of Europe's most unique elevated railways.