Thousands gathered in Hamburg to protest the visit of AfD chancellor candidate Alice Weidel to the city’s Rathaus.

Mayor Peter Tschentscher emphasized Hamburg’s commitment to diversity and democracy, calling Weidel an "unwelcome guest.

" The event, hosted by the AfD Bürgerschaftsfraktion, drew sharp criticism from local leaders, including the Greens and CDU, who accused Weidel of spreading hate.

Demonstrators, organized by the local alliance against the far-right, rallied under the banner "All Together Against the AfD and Alice Weidel.

" Police prepared for a large-scale operation as tensions ran high.

The AfD condemned the protests and accused the mayor of fueling division.

The controversy highlights Hamburg’s strong stance against extremism and its dedication to protecting democratic values.