Marktplatz mit Rathaus und Roland
The market square with the Gothic and Renaissance town hall and the Roland statue, both UNESCO World Heritage, next to the cathedral.
Bremen, Germany
Bremen: airports, things to do and where to stay
Bremen, an old Hanseatic city on the River Weser, forms Germany's smallest federal state together with Bremerhaven. Its compact, walkable old town combines a UNESCO-listed market square, medieval lanes and lively riverside terraces.
Bremen airports
From the airport to central Bremen
Bremen airport is about 3 km from central Bremen.
Straßenbahn 6
The tram stops outside the terminal and reaches the main station and city centre in about 15-20 min, with frequent departures.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. The city centre is only about 4 km away, around a 15-min ride.
Bremen
Things to do in Bremen
Bremer Stadtmusikanten
The bronze sculpture of the Town Musicians of Bremen from the Brothers Grimm tale, beside the town hall. Touching the donkey's legs is said to bring luck.
Böttcherstraße
A short Expressionist brick lane with museums, craft workshops and a Meissen porcelain carillon.
Schnoor
The city's oldest quarter, with small 15th- to 18th-century houses along narrow lanes full of shops and cafés.
Schlachte
A promenade along the Weser with bars, restaurants and restaurant ships, very lively on summer evenings.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Bremen?
Bremen is served by Bremen (BRE).
How far is the airport from central Bremen?
Bremen airport is about 3 km from central Bremen.
How do I get from the airport to central Bremen?
From Bremen airport you can take Straßenbahn 6 (train) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Bremen?
Highlights of Bremen include Marktplatz mit Rathaus und Roland, Bremer Stadtmusikanten, Böttcherstraße, Schnoor, and Schlachte.
Photo credits
- Marktplatz mit Rathaus und Roland: Matthias Süßen, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Bremer Stadtmusikanten: Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Böttcherstraße: Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Schnoor: Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Schlachte: Jaimrsilva, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons