Bremen - Buses and Buses - Transportation - Attractions and Monuments

Bremen, or Bremen in Polish, is the capital of Germany's smallest state, which it forms with the city of Bremenhaven, some 45 kilometers away. Bremen lies on the Weser River, less than 60 kilometers from its confluence with the North Sea. The city has made a name for itself as a major industrial and commercial center, and its history dates back to 787, when Charlemagne established a bishopric in the area. For many centuries it was an independent city belonging to the Hanseatic League. In addition, to this day the strict center of Bremen has been preserved virtually intact.

Bremen attractions. What to see in Bremen?

Germany may not be a very obvious vacation and getaway destination on the map of Europe. And wrongly so, because there are plenty of interesting places to see there. What can Bremen offer?

Bremen Market

The Renaissance building of Bremen's town hall dates back to the early 15th century. Initially built in Gothic style, it was rebuilt two centuries later. It is worth knowing that it did not suffer any damage during World War II and has been preserved in its historic form.

In its cellars is a wine cellar with the world's largest collection of German wines. The oldest wine aged there is a Rüdesheim from 1653. Next to the town hall is a more than 10-meter high statue of Roland from 1404 meant to symbolize the city's independence and right to free trade embodied by the character of the main character of "The Song of Roland." The city hall and the monument are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

St. Peter's Cathedral in Bremen

This temple was built in Romanesque style and rebuilt in the 11th century, giving it Gothic features. Inside, the most notable features are the Rococo pulpit, the 13th-century bronze baptismal font and the Gothic stalls. You can also look for an inconspicuous sculpture of a church mouse. An interesting attraction belonging to the cathedral is the Lead Crypt, where eight mummies are deposited. For the slightly more athletic, those wishing to see the city from a different perspective, climbing the cathedral's south observation tower may be an attraction.

Böttcherstrasse

Böttcherstrasse is a little over a hundred-meter-long atmospheric street dating back to medieval times. Its current appearance, however, is the result of reconstruction after the devastation of World War I. The street is dotted with beautiful brick buildings with stores of craftsmen, handicraftsmen and several small museums. While there, look out for the Haus des Glockenspiels, which is a house with thirty porcelain bells installed on the roof that play shanties several times a day.

Roofers' Quarter (Schnoor)

The oldest and most famous quarter in the center of Bremen, it was formerly inhabited by fishermen and sailors. It is the only one in the city that has retained its medieval character and unusual atmosphere. There you will find many charming half-timbered houses, the oldest of which date back to the 15th and 16th centuries. The name of the district is connected with old crafts related to sailing - making ropes or anchor chains. Nowadays, the first floors of the houses house souvenir and handicraft stores, as well as cafes and restaurants.

The Musicians of Bremen

The heroes of the Grimm brothers' fairy tales, namely the donkey, dog, cat and rooster, are a well-known symbol of the city. Unnecessary to anyone, in order to save their lives, they leave their previous places of residence, together defeat highwaymen, reach Bremen, where they find a new home and, making music, begin to earn a living. And so today they can be found in many places in the city, for example, near the City Hall building, where, lined up one on top of the other, they invite tourists to take a picture together. It is said that grabbing a donkey by the hooves brings good luck.

Universum Bremen

Under this name is a science museum with many interactive exhibits in various fields, such as space, man, animals and plants. The museum is housed in more than 4,000 square meters of space in a futuristic building conductive to the idea of a silver whale.