Bremen Old Town

The Bremen Old Town (Altstadt) forms the historical and cultural heart of the Hanseatic city, extending along the Weser around the central market square. It is home to the most significant architectural monuments, including the magnificent City Hall with its Weser Renaissance facade and the centuries-old St. Peter's Cathedral. The structure of the Old Town is characterized by a mix of medieval layouts and Hanseatic architecture from the 16th to the 19th centuries. The market square itself is often referred to as Bremen's 'parlor' and hosts traditional events such as the Freimarkt and the Christmas market. In the surrounding streets, historic counting houses stand as witnesses to the former wealth of local merchants. Despite heavy destruction during World War II, key buildings were faithfully reconstructed or restored. Today, the district is a lively center for tourism, commerce, and politics, also serving as the seat of the Bremen State Parliament.

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History & landmarks

Bremen Roland

The Bremen Roland is a 5.50-meter stone statue on the Market Square and symbol of Bremen's civic freedom.

Town Musicians of Bremen Statue

The bronze statue of the Town Musicians of Bremen stands in front of the City Hall and is Bremen's most famous landmark.

Bremen City Hall

Bremen City Hall on the Market Square is an outstanding example of Weser Renaissance architecture and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Si…

Böttcherstraße

The Böttcherstraße in Bremen's old town is a unique ensemble of Expressionist architecture, built by merchant Ludwig Roselius in the 1920s.

Bremen Cathedral

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Universum Science Center Bremen

Universum® Bremen is a science center shaped like a giant whale.

Nature

Weser River (Bremen)

The Weser flows as the main river through the city area of Bremen, connecting the city center with the North Sea at Bremerhaven.

More places

Bremen Roland & Town Hall

Bremen's Roland is a 10-meter knight statue on the market square, standing since 1404 as a symbol of freedom and market rights.

Schnoor Quarter

The Schnoor Quarter is Bremen's oldest neighborhood with narrow cobblestone lanes and small half-timbered houses from the 15th and 16th c…

Schnoor Quarter

The Schnoor quarter is Bremen's oldest district, with small fishermen's houses from the 15th century.

Weser River & Bremen Port

The Weser is Bremen's lifeline, connecting the city to the North Sea.

Bremen Freimarkt

Bremen's Freimarkt is one of the world's oldest public fairs, held on the Bürgerweide since 1035.

Airbus Bremen

The Airbus plant in Bremen is one of the most important aerospace locations in Germany.

Rhododendron Park Bremen

One of the world's largest collections of rhododendrons, featuring the 'botanika' discovery center.

Mercedes-Benz Plant Bremen

The second-largest Mercedes-Benz plant worldwide, serving as a center of excellence for sporty models.