Bremen City Guide

Situated in north western Germany Bremen is a beautiful city to visit because of its rich history, wonderful sites of interest and its places to eat and drink.

For anyone wishing to sample a city full of historical atmosphere yet aspiring to move forward through innovation, Bremen is certainly a place to visit.

Sights

Schnoor

The Schnoor is the oldest part of the city and consists of small medieval shops and taverns lined along narrow paths. In old days the Schnoor was a maritime and a red light district but today serves as a wonderful and quaint visitor’s attraction full of interesting places to visit.

Böttcherstrasse

Probably the most famous street in the city the Böttcherstrasse takes you on a breath taking vision of old buildings mixed with newer buildings of the Art Noveau style of the 1920’s and 1930’s.

As well as being in awe of this amazing architecture you can sample the cafes shops and galleries that these stunning buildings have become.

Schütting + Haus der Bürgschaft

The Schütting are three nineteenth century buildings located to the west of the Markt. These buildings are ornate in design and used to house the merchants of the city.

Roland Statue

Constructed in the eleventh century the statue of Knight Roland sits in the Markt of Bremen and is well celebrated by the people of the city. The statue is also celebrated across the globe and has been designated as protected by the UNESCO world heritage.


Theatres and Cinema

There are many small theatres and cinemas in Bremen that are mostly privately owned. Each of these theatres and cinemas offers a flash back in time because of the way they operate while also showing new and inspiring shows.

Museums and Exhibitions

There are many enterprising museums, galleries and exhibitions in Bremen, the below are but a small number of what is available.

Cathedral Lead Cellar (Bleikeller)

Not for the faint hearted the Cathedral Lead Cellar (Bleikeller) has eight preserved bodies on display all in open coffins deep in the bowels of the Cathedral. For those who have the wish to visit and take those tentative steps downstairs it is a thought provoking site to behold.

Roselius House

Set in a beautiful old building called Roselius House Ludwig Roselius founded a museum at his house. The museum shows sculptures and paintings from as far back as the twelfth century along with precious furniture, carpets and other wonderful items.

Gerhard-Marcks Haus

The Gerhard-Marcks Haus hosts sculptures from many creative and renowned sculptors from around the world including sculptures from the late Gerhard-Marcks Haus himself.

Hafenmuseum Speicher XI

This is a wonderful museum that brings to life the history of Bremen from the times of the ancients to present as a harbour city.

Food and Drink

Bremen is packed full of restaurants, cafes, bars and bier kellars that the city ensures there is something for every one. From traditional German food and beer to Irish bars just a short walk through the city is sure to get your taste buds salivating at the thoughts of the wares on offer.

Shopping

Although conventional high street names are not on offer Bremen brings shopping alive in its own way with small chocolatiers, antique jewelry, designer brands, souvenirs and the famous Markt.

Festivals

From early January to Christmas time Bremen comes alive with many festivals that celebrate the history of the town, food and music of the region. All festivals bring the city alive with happiness and joy, definitely worth a visit.

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