Bremen’s free festivals promise an unforgettable summer in the city
Anyone visiting Bremen this summer can look forward to a varied calendar of events. From June to August, free open air events including ‘La Strada’ and the ‘Breminale’ offer music, art and foodie treats to suit all tastes, and allow visitors to immerse themselves in the open-minded, relaxed vibe of the Hanseatic city.International street art festival ‘La Strada’ kicks off the event season
The international street art festival La Strada from 11 to 14 June makes for a fantastic start. Artists from all over the world bring a
This summer, the Hanseatic city of Bremen will once again become a hotspot for cycling fans from all over Europe and beyond. The highlight is the international GFNY cycle race in August, a spectacular and ambitious route through Bremen and the surrounding countryside. But there are also other bike-based events and a wide range of themed trails that add up to make Bremen an excellent destination for cyclists .International cycling: GFNY race series in Bremen
The summer of 2026 in Bremen is all about cycling. The streets will be
Bremen is gearing up for a year’s worth of highlights and a broad selection of events for visitors from near and far. In 2026, the Hanseatic city will once again be transformed into a stage combining cultural diversity and an international atmosphere, with everything from fantastic live music and street art in the summer through sporting challenges to traditional carnivals.Lively kick-off in the spring: jazzahead! brings together musicians from all over the world
The event calendar kicks off with the jazzahead!
Bremen is starting the year 2026 with a rich array of culture. The highlights are the exhibitions at the Kunsthalle Bremen and the Overseas Museum, which are seeing in the year of culture with international celebrity artists and some surprising themes. Together with the big jubilee year for artist Paula Modersohn-Becker, the Hanseatic city is boasting a vibrant programme with something to offer all art lovers and culture vultures.From the Romantic era to magic: Bremen’s museums are setting the tone
All eyes are on the Kunsthalle Bremen , where ‘
Visitors to flock to Bremen’s 2025 Christmas markets
It will not be long before the streets of Bremen are once again filled with fairy lights and the tempting aromas of roasted almonds. The Hanseatic city‘s two big Christmas markets open their doors on 24[th] November and will continue to delight locals and visitors alike until 23[rd] December. There is plenty to look forward to, with the historic market square and the picture-postcard Schlachte Promenade transformed into a winter wonderland with a uniquely charming
The Hanseatic city boasts fascinating large scale murals and hidden gemsBremen has a lot of art and culture to offer, with the Kunsthalle, the Weserburg, the Gerhard-Marcks House sculpture museum and much more. But it is not just the Old Masters that get people excited. More and more people are talking about the ‘Jungen Wilden’, literally the ‘wild youth’. Since the beginning of November 2024, the city on the Weser has been an official Street Art City and one of the exclusive partners of the international ‘Street Art Cities’ app. The Hanseatic city of Bremen invites art lovers and culture
Freimarkt Bremen is one of the oldest and largest fairs in Germany and is opening its doors for a whole load of unforgettable experiences from 17 October to 2 November 2025. Visitors to the Bürgerweide in the heart of the Hanseatic city can enjoy a lively mixture of high-thrills attractions, foodie treats and traditional market stalls.
With a history dating back to the year 1035, Freimarkt Bremen is such a firm fixture in the cultural life of the city on the Weser that it is sometimes referred to as the fifth season. Every year,
The Hanseatic city of Bremen is an invitation to culture vultures and adventurers to take a fascinating journey through its range of fascinating exhibitions. Visitors can travel around the world in 80 minutes, rediscover the beauty of the blue continent or find out more about the challenges associated with climate change. Alternatively, they can experience love from a different perspective or dive into the world of dinosaurs. With such a huge range of exhibitions, there us something for everyone.As of 7 June 2025, Universum Bremen opens up the doors of a new special exhibition called ‘LOVE (
The Hanseatic City of Bremen invites all visitors to discover its maritime side with a summer event highlighting its connection to the water.Visitors to Bremen can stroll along the Schlachte riverside promenade in the sunshine, soaking up the city’s maritime charm and enjoying a refreshing drink to the familiar sound of seagulls’ crying. This is just one of the many ways you can feel just how important the sea is to Bremen.Schlachte promenade along the Weser
The Schlachte riverside promenade is the perfect place for both locals and visitors to meet by the water on a sunny day. There
In 2025, the German Fairytale Route is celebrating 50 years of existence and inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the world of myths and fairy tales. In this anniversary year, Bremen is putting on some exciting events and guided tours with a myth and fairytale theme.The German Fairytale Route
Established in 1975, the German Fairytale Route extends more than 600 kilometres from Hanau in the south to Bremen in the north. It connects significant places from German fairy tales and folklore. If you are interested in the anniversary year, there is extensive information on the events and
Bremen has become established as one of the leading cycling cities in Germany. It boasts a lively cycling scene and an extensive programme of events. From exciting events, such as the GFNY Race 2025, to relaxing boat trips where you can take your bike along too, the Hanseatic city has something perfect for all cycling enthusiasts. Bremen and its surrounding area are perfect for exploring on two wheels, whether on a guided tour or an individual cycling trip.Cycling holidays
Bremen has an excellent infrastructure for cyclists. The Hanseatic city is ranked the third best city for cycling in
Bremen, the city on the Weser, is committed to sustainable tourism development. This year’s theme of ‘NATURlich Bremen 2025’ covers a wide range of environmentally friendly activities and products. Bremen offers inspirational opportunities to experience sustainability for business and private travellers alike.‘NATURlich Bremen 2025’ – a year of events all about nature
In 2025, Bremen is celebrating on the theme of ‘NATURlich Bremen ’, with a broad range of events and activities designed to promote commitment to sustainability. ‘NATURlich Bremen 2025’ is an
The Hanseatic City on the Weser is jam packed with a variety of different experiences. Once again in 2025, the calendar is chock-a-block with all sorts of exciting events. We have put together a small selection.NEW: City Lights from 03–19 January 2025
The City Lights will be bathing the city centre in a colourful sea of light installations and creative works of art until mid-January 2025. The event transforms the centre of Bremen into an open-air gallery of light. Light artists have styled the façades of various important
Bremen is a city with a lively street art culture and is now included in the Street Art Cities app
BREMEN, Germany – Bremen’s street art scene is celebrating a new era as it becomes an official partner of the interactive Street Art Cities app. As of early November 2024, art lovers and visitors to the city can discover the city’s works of art, both famous and lesser known, through digital means, as the metropolis on the Weser is now officially a Street Art City .Street art in Bremen then and now
Street art has dominated the Bremen
Bremen lives and breathes history and culture. The Hanseatic city on the Weser is not only famous for its fairy-tale musicians, but also for the outstanding UNESCO World Heritage that draws in crowds from all over the world.Bremen Town Hall and Ratskeller
Bremen Town Hall is the historical heart of the Hanseatic city of Bremen and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the only one of its kind on the list of cultural landmarks. In 1405, the cornerstone for the council building was laid at
As the nights start to draw in and a cool breeze begins to blow through the streets, Bremen is transformed into a winter wonderland, with a Christmas market on the main square and the magic of the ‘Schlachte-Zauber’, to put a sparkle in everyone’s eyes and warm the cockles of their hearts. If you prefer to buy your Christmas presents at the last minute, you are bound to find something in Bremen. You can also enjoy themed guided tours and other Christmassy treats.Bremen Christmas market
The Bremen Christmas market is the glittering centrepiece
Bremen has a varied culinary scene and offers a range of taste experiences, from traditional plain cooking to innovative gourmet creations. Every part of Bremen has its own culinary identity to discover. The following text leads you on a culinary adventure through Bremen and shows you the delights the city has in store for those who love their food.Bremen classics: Local specialities and markets
Discover the variety of northern German cuisine, with traditional recipes and local ingredients. Numerous local markets in Bremen offer fresh
Between 18 October and 3 November 2024, Bremen will once again host the Bremer Freimarkt , one of the oldest and biggest fairs in Germany. Every year, visitors flock from far and wide to enjoy this unique blend of tradition, entertainment and great food. We have put together a comprehensive overview of the history, the attractions and the highlights of a visit to the Freimarkt in Bremen.History and origins of the Bremer Freimarkt
The Bremer Freimarkt can look back on a rich and varied history dating back as far as the year 1035. This historic event celebrates
Bremen, the charming Hanseatic city on the Weser, has plenty to offer culture vultures . The city boasts remarkable cultural diversity,from impressive works of art through outstanding museums to a lively theatre scene.
This overview gives you some links and tips on the cultural highlights, from the historic UNESCO World Heritage Town Hall to the hands-on exhibits at the city’s Science Centers, from cosy pubs to street art, from cabaret theatre to the impressive riverside Seebühne stage.Tour de Kultur: A trip through the cultural landscape
Bremen, the city on the Weser, is heaven for all those who love a touch of nautical flair . Bremen is a unique experience, offering a wealth of attractions in and near the water, from historic ships to modern water sports.Maritime Bremen: A journey through history and the present
As a Hanseatic city, Bremen can look back on a long seagoing tradition. This is not only evident in the look of the city, but also in the prominence it is given at the Übersee-Museum Bremen and the Hafenmuseum in Speicher
The Hanseatic City on the river Weser is a compact city. Bicycles are not just a means of transport here, they are a way of life. There are twice as many cyclists on Bremen’s streets as there are motorists. And the city is hosting a top cycling event in 2024, the UCI Indoor World Cycling Championship.Best placed in the rankings
Bremen scores really well in a number of important rankings. It is number 9 of the world’s best cycling cities in the Global Bicycle Cities Index 2022 and number 11 in the world in the 2019 Copenhagenize Index. Bremen’s success story as a cycling city began way