ALSTERTAL-EINKAUFSZENTRUM, HAMBURG
Opening
The center was opened in 1970 and has since been modernized und extended several times. The Alstertal-Einkaufszentrum is one of Europe's top shopping addresses. The purchasing power index in the surrounding region is far above the average at up to 140.
In 2006, AEZ and the surrounding area have been provided a modern cosmopolitan zone with piazza, cafes, restaurants, water features and an abundance of green. A further new feature was the impressive entrance portal with a bright glass-and-sandstone facade which is illuminated to striking effect in the evening hours. In the spring of 2005 the first earth was turned as well as the foundation stone was laid for the extension project. The extension was completed in September 2006. The overall restructuring project was completed in fall of 2007.
Sales Area
Following the expansion with an additional 17,000 sqm of sales area on three levels, the AEZ now has a total sales area of around 59,000 square metres.
Branch and Tenant Mix
The AEZ boasts a branch mix of the very highest standard. The center offers around 240 shops including famous international fashion stores and boutiques, a department store, fashion outlets, a consumer electronics store, three supermarkets, a gourmet food court, service outlets and restaurants/cafés.
