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Bremen's Town Hall and Roland, apart from the Town Musicians, are two of Bremen's most famous sights that should not be missing on any bucket list for the Hanseatic city. The duo is beautifully presented on the north-east side of the market square and attracts numerous visitors every day.
- Visit Town Hall
- Wish Upon The Bremen Town Musicians
- See The Statue of Roland and Marketplatz
- Tour The Bremer Ratskeller Wine Cellar
- Visit St. Peter’s Cathedral
- Wander in Schnoor
- Enjoy The Schlachte Embankment
- Try Traditional Food
- Visit Am Wall Windmill
- Visit Beck’s Brewery
Built in 1405, Bremen’s beautiful Gothic Town Hall (Rathaus) has witnessed six centuries of history in the Hanseatic City and is one of the top places to see in Bremen. On the outside, its detailed, red-brick façade made us feel like we’d stepped into a fairy tale. On the inside, we saw the vestiges of a powerful merchant city that hosted mayors, e...
One of the top attractions is the Bremen Town Musicians statue just outside of the Town Hall. This quirky statue, based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale of the same name, is essentially the symbol of the city. The bronze statue features a donkey, dog, cat, and rooster—the band of musicians who set out together to make a living in Bremen. Touching t...
Bremen’s Marktplatz (Market Square) is the heart of the city’s Old Town. With its historic merchant houses now mostly transformed into shops and cafes, it is one of the most picturesque places we’ve ever seen to meet friends or have a cup of coffee. Or you may just lose yourself in staring at the beautiful buildings like we did. During certain time...
Bremen is home to one of the most prestigious wine collections in Germany. Housed in the 600-year-old wine cellarat the Bremen Ratskeller are hundreds of bottles from across Germany’s 13 wine-producing regions. A tour here will show you many of the current bottles, the special vintages kept in the cellar’s “treasure chest,” and the massive wooden b...
Constructed in the 11th century, the medieval St. Peter’s Cathedral is an important city landmark. Partially destroyed during World War II air raids, the cathedral’s 320-foot-tall twin towers dominate Bremen’s skyline. You can visit one of them for great views of the city. Major highlights of the cathedral include its striking choir, the organ, and...
Schnoor—a maze of narrow, winding streets a few minutes from Marktplatz—is Bremen’s charming medieval neighborhood. The oldest part of the city, Schnoor was once the fishermen’s quarter. Today, its 15th-to-18th century buildings are full of cafés, boutiques, and galleries. It’s the perfect place to have lunch or do a bit of souvenir shopping. Our f...
Once one of Bremen’s harbors, the Schlachte Embankment is now popular for its restaurants, beer gardens, and river boats. Stroll down to the promenade along the River Weser to enjoy some of the most fun places in Bremen, especially during the spring and summer. If you’re lucky, you might even catch one of the eclectic weekend markets here.
Thanks to its location near the North Sea, fish of all kinds are popular in Bremen. Since it’s Germany, beer (especially Becks) and sausage (especially a local variety called pinkelwurst) often make an appearance as do potatoes, kale, and cabbage. There are also lots of international cuisine options, but trying the local food is a great way to get ...
Seeing windmills in a place like the Netherlandsmakes sense, but we didn’t expect to find them in Germany. Yet, walking from the train station to the city center, one of the first things to catch our eye was Am Wall windmill (Muhle am Wall). It’s one of the most interesting things to see in Bremen, especially if you haven’t seen one up-close before...
Just across the river from the old town, you can visit Beck’s Brewery. Brewing since 1873, Beck’s makes one of the most famous beers in Germany and around the world. On Monday through Saturday, guests ages 16 and up can take a 3-hour tourof the brewery’s museum, the raw material room and the brewhouse to see the operation at work. Like all good tou...
- Bremen’s Old Town. If there is one place you will absolutely want to head when you visit Bremen, it’s Bremen’s Old Town. This is definitely #1 on our list of Bremen top 10 tourist attractions and you can’t go wrong wandering around this area.
- Rathaus (Town Hall) The heart of the Old Town, Markt Platz (Market Square) is a great place to head on your Old Town wander. This is where you will find Bremen’s UNESCO World Heritage listed Town Hall.
- Roland Statue. The Roland Statue is located outside the Rathaus and was erected in 1404 after its wooden predecessor was destroyed. It is part of the Rathaus’ UNESCO World Heritage listing.
- Town Musicians Of Bremen. After our journey along the Fairy Tale Road to get to Bremen, we certainly weren’t going to miss an opportunity to see this statue of the Town Musicians of Bremen which comes from the Brothers Grimm’s fairy tale, the Bremen Town Musicians (Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten) published in 1819.
Feb 15, 2024 · Bremen Roland Statue. The Roland Statue, one of the top attractions in Bremen, Germany, was erected in 1404 and can be found in the heart of Bremen in the market square. Various cities have the Roland statues as a symbol of the city of civic liberty and freedom.
May 17, 2023 · With its convenient airport located near the city centre, even a one-day visit allows you to immerse yourself in the wonders of Bremen without missing a beat. However, extending your stay to two days, a full 48 hours, is highly recommended to fully savour the essence of this captivating city and embrace the best of German traditions.
Day 1: Historical Highlights of Bremen. Morning. Start your day at the Bremen Town Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to admire its Renaissance architecture. Next, visit the Roland Statue, a symbol of the city's freedom, located in the market square. Afternoon. Explore the Schnoor Quarter, Bremen's oldest district, with its narrow streets and ...
Jul 18, 2024 · If you're travelling to northern Germany, here are the top things to do in Bremen in 48 hours as you're planning your 2 day itinerary.
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