The Società Dante Alighieri Amburgo - German-Italian society e.V. in Hamburg, is an association for maintaining the long-standing friendship between Germans and Italians. The aim of the association is to provide a most multi-faceted picture of Italian life and Italian culture. The programme covers lectures, readings, exhibitions, conversational courses, Italian cookery, wine tastings, excursions, trips and social gatherings, also in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute and the Italian clubs located in Hamburg.