Zitronenjette in Hamburg: photos, reviews

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Zitronenjette in Hamburg-Mitte offers a delightful visit with its colorful and whimsical design, perfectly suited for families with children. This charming spot is famous for the Lemonade Lady Statue, a beloved landmark rumored to bring good fortune. Visitors often make a point to touch the statue's finger, hoping to catch a bit of its luck. With an impressive average rating of 4.6, Zitronenjette is a testament to Hamburg's unique blend of culture and folklore.

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Michaeliskirche

Bus stop 153 m walk

ITS Germany e.V.

Bus stop 362 m walk

Rödingsmarkt

Subway station 434 m walk

Stadthausbrücke

Train station 235 m walk

4.6

based on 136 reviews

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4.6/5 136 reviews

Susann Engel

Sehr schöne Gegend

Jana

Super schönes Denkmal

Rey R.

Zitronenjette: The Lemon Lady Who Stole Hamburg’s Heart Tucked away on a quiet corner in Hamburg’s Neustadt district, just a stone’s throw from the bustling city center, stands a life-sized bronze statue that tells a story few tourists know — but every local cherishes. Her name is Zitronenjette — the Lemon Lady of Hamburg. Born Henriette Müller in 1841, she wasn’t a queen, a hero, or an artist. She was a street vendor with a sharp voice and a basket full of lemons, who became a beloved figure simply by walking the cobbled streets shouting her trademark call: “Zitroon, Zitroon!” Despite living with a mild mental and physical disability, Henriette made her mark on Hamburg in the most unexpected way — selling lemons in St. Pauli and Altona. Over time, she became a symbol of the city’s working-class spirit, its kindness, and its ability to embrace the quirky and the overlooked. The statue, unveiled in 1986 on Petersenstraße, captures her mid-stride, dressed in modest 19th-century clothes, with her lemon basket in hand. It’s not grand, not towering — but that’s the magic. It honors the beauty of ordinary lives lived with resilience and character. Stand in front of her and you’ll see more than a sculpture. You’ll see a piece of Hamburg’s soul — a tribute to those who leave their mark not through power, but through presence. Traveler’s tip: Bring a lemon and leave it at her feet. Locals say it brings good luck — or at least a great story to tell when you get home.

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