Bremen, Germany

Bremen

A grand market square and the crooked lanes of the Schnoor quarter.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Bremen

Day 1

  1. MorningSee the market square, the town hall and the Town Musicians statue.
  2. AfternoonWalk the narrow lanes of the Schnoor quarter and the Böttcherstrasse.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the Schlachte riverside promenade.

Day 2

Visit the harbour and emigration museum in Bremerhaven.

What to eat

Labskaus, a sailors' dish of corned beef and potatoes.

Local tips

Make the most of Bremen

Beat the crowds

The market square is busiest on weekend afternoons.

Best photo spot

The town hall and the Roland statue on the market square, and the narrow Schnoor quarter.

Getting there

Trains from Hamburg take about an hour. The old town is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The Böttcherstraße, a short street full of brick Art Deco buildings.

Good to know

Find the statue of the Town Musicians of Bremen next to the town hall; touching the donkey's legs is said to bring luck.

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2 secret spots near Bremen

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Plan your visit

Getting to Bremen

Getting there

  • Bremen Airport (BRE)4 km away
  • Hannover Airport (HAJ)90 km away
  • Hamburg95 km away
  • Münster150 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Bremen: good to know

Is Bremen worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A grand market square and the crooked lanes of the Schnoor quarter.

How many days do you need in Bremen?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Bremen?

You can visit all year. The market square is busiest on weekend afternoons.

How do you get to Bremen?

The nearest airport is Bremen Airport (BRE), about 4 km away. Trains from Hamburg take about an hour. The old town is walkable.

What is there to see near Bremen?

Nearby hidden places include Hamburg (95 km), Münster (148 km) and Groningen (150 km).

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