what is a reeperbahn
What to Expect at the Reeperbahn. The Reeperbahn is the most famous street in Hamburg; you'll find many great bars, restaurants, theatres, and clubs here, along with sex shops, sex museums, erotic theaters, and strip clubs. The Reeperbahn doesn't come to life before the evening hours; a good time to visit is around 8 or 9 p.m. 2  It gets very crowded on the weekends; the area is safe thanks to the high police presence, but you should still be cautious and beware of pickpockets.