Bremen

Bremen, Germany

Bremen is where the traditional meets the modern, and metropolitan living meets north German hospitality. Here, you never have to travel too far or for too long. In Bremen, history, culture and life’s little pleasures are closely interwoven – and are often only a short walk apart. Arriving in the city by air is particularly convenient, as the journey from the airport to the city centre takes only eleven minutes by tram. Go on the trail of the Town Musicians for a true fairytale experience and discover Bremen’s feel-good factor.

Population:

City of Bremen: 569,352
State of Bremen: 682,986

Currency:

Euro, €1 = 100 cents

Emergency Numbers:

Police: 110
Fire and Ambulance: 112

Opening Hours:

Most shops in Bremen are open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 7 / 8pm.

Newspapers:

Weser-Kurier
Bremer Anzeiger
Weser-Report
Kreiszeitung
Bremer

The City

Whether walking, cycling or using public transport, getting around Bremen is easy. Bremen measures only 10 km by 2 km, and is filled with architectural gems.such as the Schnoor-Viertel complete with its' medieval buildings. The Bremer Kunsthalle houses one of Germany's finest art collections.

There are few public parks which have a vibrancy like Bürgerpark, located in the middle of the city. Stop to have a bite to eat at the cafe, play a round of miniature golf or bring a blanket and watch the world pass by.

Sports fans will already be aware that Bremen is the home of Werder Bremen, a German premier league (Bundesliga) team. Stadium tours are offered for those who want to get up close and personal with the home of this famous team.

There are many museums and galleries dotted throughout the city, and a family friendly, interactive science center, Universum Bremen.

There is always something exciting going on in Bremen, Since 1036 during the last two weeks of October, Bremen has hosted Freimarkt, one of the largest fairground festivals in Europe.

With so much to see, eat, do and experience - let Bremen lead you down its' cobbled streets to an adventure that awaits.

Culture

"Tell me and I'll forget. Show me and I'll remember. Involve me and I'll understand." A wise piece of advice from the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius that Bremen has put into practice – in the museums that entertain as they educate and discovery centres that are more than just a fun day out. For the 'Knowledge Worlds' in Bremen and Bremerhaven the magic is in the mix – a wealth of information that is well explained and clearly presented.
Avant-garde and Old Masters, traditional customs, experimentation, ethnology, natural history – Bremen's museums cast their net far and wide.

Attractions

Bremen has many attractions to offer its visitors – the Bremen Town Musicians and the UNESCO World Heritage town hall are certainly among the most popular. But did you know that Bremen is also a city of science? You can find out how astronauts live in the International Space Station or sit and tremble on the earthquake sofa at Universum Bremen. Or perhaps you would like to venture into the world of shipbuilding or explore the pretty narrow lanes of the Schnoor quarter? We have put together a list of eleven highlights that are not to be missed on a visit to the city.

BremenCARD

Experience more and save money:

- use of local public transport in Bremen
(buses, trams and regional trains in Bremen and Bremen Nord, from 6pm on the day before the starting date of the card and until 3am after the last valid day
- ferry crossing the River Weser from Osterdeich to Café Sand
- discounts of up to 50 per cent on admission prices, guided tours, trips on the Weser, theatre and so on

Price example:
1-day card for 1 adult +
2 children (aged 14 or under) € 10,50

Available at:
• Bremen Tourist Informations at main train station and Böttcherstrasse 4 / Glockenspiel house
• Service Centre: +49 421 / 30 800 10
• online: www.bremen-tourism.de/bremencard
• in various Hotels