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Bremen City Hall (Germany)

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Bremen City Hall, located on the market square, is one of the most significant examples of Brick Gothic and Weser Renaissance architecture in Europe. Constructed between 1405 and 1410 in the Gothic style, it was enhanced in the early 17th century with a magnificent Renaissance facade. Together with the Bremen Roland statue, which symbolizes civic liberty, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2004. Particularly noteworthy is the Upper Hall, featuring historic ship models and ornate carvings. Beneath the town hall lies the famous Bremer Ratskeller, which houses one of the largest collections of German wines with over 600 varieties and guards Germany's oldest cask wine. As the seat of the Senate and the Mayor of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen, the building remains a bustling political center and a symbol of Hanseatic self-confidence and heritage.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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📋 Practical info

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Address
Am Markt 21, 28195 Bremen
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Hours
Mon-Fri 11:00-17:00 (tours), Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00
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Entry
€9.00 guided tour adults
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Website
rathaus.bremen.de
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Transit
Tram lines 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 (Domsheide stop)
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Parking
Parking Mitte or Parking Pressehaus
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Accessibility
Accessible via side entrance
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Photos
Allowed for private use
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Best time
Mornings for quieter tours
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Audio guide
German, English

Geography

Coordinates
53.07570, 8.80720

Facts

  • The city hall was built between 1405 and 1410.
  • UNESCO designated the city hall and the Roland statue as World Heritage sites in 2004.
  • The 'Rüdesheimer wine' from 1727 is stored in the Ratskeller.
  • The magnificent facade was designed by Lüder von Bentheim between 1608 and 1612.
  • The building is the only medieval city hall in Germany that has never been destroyed.
  • The Upper Hall is 41 meters long, 15 meters wide, and 8 meters high.

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Sights in the town Bremen City Hall (10)

Roland

Cultural monument, see http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Bremen/Kulturdenkm%C3%A4ler.

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Bremer Loch

Underground collection box for the Willhelm Kaisen citizens' aid.

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Schütting

Building in Bremen, Germany.

Aussichtsplattform Südturm

Observation platform on the south tower.

🕒 Apr-May: Mo-Fr 10:00-16:30; Sa 10:00-13:30; Su 14:00-16:30; 💶

Unser Lieben Frauen⛪ church

Church building in Mitte, Germany.

🕒 Mo-Sa 11:00-16:00; Su 12:00-13:00 "nach dem Gottesdienst bis♿

Paula-Modersohn-Becker-Museum🏛 museum

Museum in Bremen, Germany.

Bleikeller🏛 museum

Museum in Bremen Cathedral.

Ludwig Roselius Museum🏛 museum

No ramp available.

Die Glocke

Concert hall in Bremen, Germany.

Musikfest Bremen

Music festival in Bremen.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

Is the Bremen City Hall a UNESCO World Heritage site?
Yes, the City Hall was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2004, along with the Bremen Roland statue.
Can you visit the interior of the City Hall?
Yes, guided tours are offered regularly. The Upper City Hall (Obere Rathaushalle) and the Golden Chamber are particularly worth seeing.
What is the Bremer Ratskeller?
It is a historic restaurant in the cellar of the City Hall with a tradition spanning over 600 years and the largest collection of German wines.
What architectural style is the City Hall?
The magnificent facade is designed in the Weser Renaissance style, while the core of the building is originally Gothic.
Where are the Bremen Town Musicians located?
The famous bronze statue is located on the west side of the City Hall. Touching the donkey's front legs is said to bring good luck.
Bremen City Hall: where is it located?
Bremen City Hall is located in Bremen, Germany.
Bremen City Hall: what is there to see?
Highlights include Roland, Bremer Loch, Schütting.
Bremen City Hall: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Bremen City Hall: why is it worth visiting?
Bremen City Hall, located on the market square, is one of the most significant examples of Brick Gothic and Weser Renaissance architecture in Europe.
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