The port city of Bremen, Germany is located in the
northwest of the country, situated along the river Weser and approximately 60
km south of the North Sea. This area was
originally charted by geographer Claudius Ptolemaeus in 150 AD and originally
known as Fabiranum.
The majority of the sights in Bremen can be found in the
Old Town (also known as Altstadt). This
oval area is surrounded by the Weser River on the southwest side and the Wallgraben ( the former moats of the medieval city walls) on the northeast side. The market square is dominated by the opulent
Town Hall. Although originally erected
in gothic style in 1410, a Renaissance style fa ade was added 2 centuries later. Today, the Town Hall hosts a restaurant in
original d cor and is home to twelve of the oldest wines in the world, stored
in their original barrels in the Apostel chamber.
To enjoy Bremen from a different viewpoint (and give your
feet a rest), why not take a river cruise?
There are several companies that lead tours down the Weser, taking you
right through the centre of Bremen. This
is an enjoyable way to see the surrounding city and enjoy the great river
Weser.
Visitors interested in more contemporary attractions
should visit the Universum Science Center, Becks Brewery or
the Kunsthalle Bremen art museum.