Long-term long-term care insurance fund
up to €4,180
For each person with care level 1 to 5, a maximum of €16,720 per household. Here’s how to apply
Stairlifts in Hamburg: costs, funding and advice
How much a stairlift costs in Hamburg, what financial assistance is available and what you should bear in mind regarding properties in the region.
- Free initial consultation
- Long-term care insurance and state funding explained
- As of November 2026
From €3,500: seated stairlift, straight staircase
up to €4,180 from the long-term care insurance fund per person
IFB Hamburg – Agency for State Funding
Proposal prior to the contract
The most important things for Hamburg
If you have a care level, the long-term long-term care insurance fund will pay up to €4,180 per person. In Hamburg, there is also this scheme: barrier-free conversion of owner-occupied property (IFB Hamburg). A straight stairlift usually costs between €3,500 and €5,500, whilst a curved one costs between €7,500 and €12,500. Submit your applications before placing the order.
As at November 2026. Edited by Regional-Treppenlift. Figures are for guidance only and are subject to change.
Key figures for Hamburg, as at November 2026
| Straight stairlift | €3,500–5,500 |
|---|---|
| Curved stairlift | €7,500–12,500 |
| Long-term long-term care insurance fund | up to €4,180 per person |
| KfW 159 | Loans of up to €50,000 |
| Regional programme | IFB grant of up to €20,000 per flat |
This grant is available in Hamburg
Accessibility modifications to owner-occupied homes (IFB Hamburg)
IFB grant of up to €20,000 per flat
Following the refurbishment, the flat and access must be barrier-free, including a step-free shower and 80 cm wide internal doors. Find out more
KfW Loan 159
up to €50,000
Loan through your local bank. No new applications for the 455-B grant have been accepted since 31 July 2026. More about KfW
Stairs and houses in Hamburg
Hamburg is home to red-brick apartment blocks, older buildings in Eimsbüttel or Eppendorf, and terraced houses on the outskirts. In communal stairwells, the width of the staircase and the owners’ consent are key factors; in terraced houses, it is the tight spiral. Right on the banks of the Elbe, damp and wind also play a role when it comes to outdoor installations.
In the case of flat-ownership properties, the owners’ association’s resolution should be one of the first items on the list. For outdoor installations, ask about corrosion protection.
Solutions for homes in Hamburg
Sample images. An on-site consultation will help you find the solution that’s right for you.
Which stairlift is right for your staircase?
Guide prices for Germany. The exact price will be quoted in the quotation following the site survey.
€3,500–5,500Seat lift, straight
For straight staircases without any bends or landings.
- Often installed quickly
- Folding seat
- For indoor and outdoor use
€7,500–12,500Seat lift, curved
For curved staircases, landings and multiple storeys. The rail is made to measure.
- Often suitable for spiral staircases
- Slightly longer delivery time
- Even across several floors
€10,000–18,000Platform lift
If someone has to remain in a wheelchair.
- For wheelchair users
- Takes up space on the stairs
- Folding platform
€7,000–14,000Lift
For short distances at the front door or on the patio.
- Vertical travel
- Often with a foundation
- For outdoor use
What you’ll end up paying yourself in Hamburg
Depending on the care level, the long-term long-term care insurance fund can contribute up to €4,180 per person. Select your situation.
Seat lift, straight
Seat lift, curved
Lift
Platform lift
Your potential contribution– indicative price excluding any grant
Sample calculation with full subsidy. The long-term long-term care insurance fund decides on approval; the application must be submitted before the order is placed. Subsidy amount according to the Federal Ministry of Health, as at 14 September 2026.
More about Hamburg
How to get your stairlift
- 1
Get advice
We’ll advise you free of charge on which type of stairlift is best suited to your staircase and daily life.
- 2
Measurements and quotation
Measurements are taken on site. You will then receive a quote with clearly itemised costs.
- 3
Apply for funding
Submit the quote to the long-term care insurance fund and then enquire about further funding options.
- 4
Installation and instruction
Once approval has been granted, the stairlift will be installed and everything will be explained to you.
Let’s talk about your staircase in Hamburg.
Request a callback. The initial consultation is free of charge and without obligation.
Frequently asked questions about stairlifts in Hamburg
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Call 0800 3562673How much does a stairlift cost in Hamburg?
A straight stairlift usually costs between €3,500 and €5,500, whilst a curved one costs between €7,500 and €12,500. These are nationwide guide prices. The exact price will be quoted in the quotation following the site survey.
What financial assistance is available in Hamburg?
In addition to the long-term long-term care insurance fund, the ‘Accessible Home Modification (IFB Hamburg)’ scheme may be an option if you meet its eligibility criteria. The funding body always has the final say.
Do I need to submit the application before the installation?
Yes, please submit it before the work begins, if possible. With some schemes, starting work too early means you’ll be ineligible for funding.
What are the rules for rented flats?
You will usually need the landlord’s consent for installation; in blocks of flats, a solution is often also required to ensure the escape route is wide enough. Please clarify this before placing your order.
You might also be interested in
- An overview of funding
- Prices
- Long-term long-term care insurance fund
- Funding in Hamburg
- Stairlift Calculator
Sources: Federal Ministry of Health, KfW, Federal Funding Database. This does not constitute legal or financial advice.
Let’s talk about your stairs.
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