Are you going to do a tour around Germany and wonder what to do in Bremen? Then you don’t need to worry. There are so many things to explore and experience in the Free Hanseatic City at the Weser River that it is hard to choose. Are you into history or would you like to attend an international event? Do you like shopping or spending time outdoors? Are you an art or food lover? Whatever it is that you are looking for, Bremen will keep you entertained. We picked six experiences you shouldn’t miss when visiting Bremen. And each of them is packed with things to do in this beautiful city.
1. Visit the must-see places in Bremen
2. Dive into history and art on the Museumsmeile
3. Go on a river cruise from the Schlachte
4. Experience science at the Universum and the Botanika
5. Spoil your taste buds with local specialties
6. Be part of the buzzing city life
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1. Visit the must-see places in Bremen
The history of Bremen dates back to the 12th century. The sea and the trade have left a unique impression on the city. What to do in Bremen if you are into history, is easy to answer: Visit the medieval Schnoor Viertel with its narrow streets and historical buildings or stroll to the Marketplace with the famous Town Hall and the Statue of Roland, the symbol of the freedom of the city and independence from the church, facing the Bremen Cathedral (St. Petri Dom zu Bremen). Don’t forget to make a wish on the statue of the Bremer Stadtmusikanten.
2. Dive into history and art on the Museumsmeile
Germany’s first coffee house opened in the 17th century in Bremen. 200 years later the coffee merchant Ludwig Roselius gave us not only decaf coffee but also the famous Bötcherstrasse with its characteristic brick houses. The Ludwig Roselius Museum and the Paula Modersohn-Becker Museum located on this street are by far not the only museums that educate the city’s visitors. Among the best things to do in Bremen Germany is a visit to the Übersee Museum Bremen, the Focke Museum, the Kunsthalle Bremen or the Hafenmuseum Speicher XI.
3. Go on a river cruise from the Schlachte
Once a harbor in Bremen, the Schlachte is now a promenade on the east bank of the River Weser. If you are looking for relaxing things to do in Bremen, you should come and sit in one of the many cafes and restaurants or take a stroll along the water and watch the ships. Or you can get on board for a cruise on the River Weser, which surely is one of the best things to do in Bremen, Germany.
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4. Experience science at the Universum and the Botanika
What to do in Bremen if you are a science lover? Visit the Universum and the Botanika. At the Universum, you can explore technology, humans and nature with all senses. The futuristic building itself is one of the must-see places in Bremen. The Botanika is its green science partner. Here, you can explore the world of plants and foreign cultures. Who would have thought that ranging through Asiatic landscapes and mountain regions is something you can do in Bremen? The beautiful Rhododendron-Park and Mühle am Wall, a windmill from the early 19th century, offer more opportunities to explore the green spaces of the city.
5. Spoil your taste buds with local specialties
On a list of what to do in Bremen one thing should not be missing: Enjoy the taste of local specialties. As a city close to the sea, fish is one of the staple foods in Bremen. Try the local Pinkelwurst (sausage) or the very special combination of puréed corned beef, potatoes, onions, beets, gherkin, fried eggs and herring known as Labskaus. Don’t forget to pay a visit to the city’s wine cellar Ratskeller and the Beck’s Brewery.
6. Be part of the buzzing city life
What do you do in Bremen when you are young (or young at heart)? Pay a visit to the Viertel, where shopping meets culture in a buzzing city vibe. You should also try to catch at least one of the many events like the Freimarkt, the Techno Festival or a concert by the International Youth Symphony Orchestra. A highlight every year is the Christmas Market around the Town Hall or on the Schlachte.
What to do in Bremen: Enjoy with all senses
Bremen offers many things to do. Sightseeing in the Old Town, exploring history and art on the Museumsmeile, cruising on the river and strolling on the Schlachte, discovering science and nature, the local food scene or the vibrant city life: Bremen will not disappoint. Visit Bremen and experience Hanseatic German culture!
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Sandra lives in Istanbul, together with her kids, cat and dog. As a historian she thrives exploring this ancient city with her two- and four-legged loved ones. Together, they also love to go on adventures through all of Turkey and its neighboring countries. The perfect opportunity to put all the language learning into practice. If she’s not on the road, Sandra is busy putting her experiences into writing as a freelance copywriter for the travel industry and everything related to language, culture and family. Her particular interest lies in providing information on animal welfare with her website contentrundumstier.de.
