The city of Bremen is located in Northern Germany, just over an hour from Hamburg and just over two from the Netherlands. It’s famously associated with the Grimm Brothers’ fairy tale about the “Bremen Town Musicians” — a donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster who embark on a journey to the city. There’s a well-known statue in Bremen commemorating these characters, which has become one of the city’s most iconic symbols. It’s located within the beautifully preserved medieval city center.

Bremen was a member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful economic and defensive alliance of merchant guilds and market towns in Northern Europe from the late Middle Ages. This heritage still shapes Bremen’s economy and culture. Bremen is a large city with many facets - history, tradition, science, nature and culture - which combine to create an ever-fascinating experience.

Today, Bremen also excels for its cycling culture, with miles of bike lanes and a vibrant community of cyclists. Participants and spectators alike have the opportunity to explore Bremen’s rich history, cultural landmarks, and renowned hospitality, making GFNY Bremen not just a race, but a complete cycling

Schnoor One photo exhibit & store, and dozens of quaint shops and great restaurants is a must-see during your trip to Bremen. 

The Schnoor is one of Bremen's absolute highlights. Only a few hundred meters from Bremen's market square, the unique and oldest district of the city will delight you. The quarter is a sight in itself, and has cozy cafés, arts and crafts shops. 

There is the Bremer Geschichtenhaus museum, a quaint little "wedding house" to stay in for newlyweds or lovers, and a small theater, the Packhaustheater. In the Geschichtenhaus (Story House) actors are telling famous stories about Bremen and well known citizens (the stories are told only in German). 

The Schnoor is also home to the story of Bremen's original Heini Holtenbeen, the Birgitten Monastery, the only monastery in the city, and the Katzengang, probably one of the narrowest streets in the world.

The Historic City Center includes: Bremen Market Square (Bremer Marktplatz), Town Musicians of Bremen Statue, St Peter’s Cathedral, Böttcherstraße, Bremer Geschichtenhaus (Bremen Story House), and more.

The Schnoor and the Historic City Center (Böttcherstraße, Stadtmusikanten, Town Musicians, the cathedral) are definitely must-sees within the city. These spots are all located close to each other.

The “Universum” is an interactive science place and definitely worth a visit. If you are interested in art and museums the Kunsthalle Bremen (art gallery) and the museums in the Böttcherstraße may be of interest.

The Schlachte embankment is close to the historic center. There are nice restaurants and bars. 

The waterfront is a bit outside the center (30 minutes by public transport). It is a nice mall with a good view on the river Weser.

It’s a great tour to learn more about Germany’s most historic beer and the entire brewing process. 

Bremen also offers other “behind the scenes tours” in smaller breweries and also coffee roasteries: Plant Tours and Factory Visits in Bremen

Bremen's largest park in the middle of the city. Perfect for a stroll or a rowing boat tour. It is also a great area to ride your bike through.

The city center tour stops at all the famous sights within the center. 

• Bremen Waterfront, Burgerpark, Blockland-Round: This one combines the rural area with the city.
• Bremen Nord: Explore the hills to the north and the Vegesack Harbour.

Bremen has 12 BIKE IT!-Routes. You can find them here. Rides in length from 11km - 60km. 

For your supporters who want to join you on a bike ride to explore Bremen, the city has a bike share program. 

The vibrant district called “The Viertel” (The Quarter) combines culture, pubs, culinary delights and shopping aspects: The Viertel - Shopping meets Culture (bremen.eu)

The stadium of the football (soccer) club is a great place to visit, especially for sport fans. There are guided tours available about the stadium, the history of the club and the museum.