Bremen Travel Essentials

Bremen has an Oceanic climate, with average temperatures ranging from 2ºC in winter to 18ºC in summer.

• July-August is peak tourist season, with hotel and flight prices rising accordingly. As for weather, it’s the best time to visit Bremen, though. 
• May-June and September-October are great times to visit. The weather is pleasant, you’ll avoid the peak season’s throngs, and flight and hotel prices are more affordable. Keep a jumper just in case, though.
• Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 9-12 rainy days per month.

• Languages: Primary: German; Secondary: English
• Plug Types: C and F
• Electricity: 220-240 V
• Currency: Euro (€)
• International Dialling code: +49 421
• Emergency telephone number: 112

Bremen Airport Hans Koschnick

Bremen Airport Hans Koschnick lies 3.5 km south of the city centre. Simply called Bremen Airport, it features 1 large terminal split into 3 sections and 1 runway. It’s home to a good range of dining and shopping options as well as facilities including banking and currency exchange services. There are several transfer options to reach central Bremen:

• A taxi takes around 15 minutes. The taxi rank is right in front of the terminal.
• The tram (S-Bahn), line 6, takes you to the city centre in around 15-20 minutes. The tram station is in front of the terminal.
• The bus, line 52, can take you to central Bremen in around 20 minutes. The bus station is in front of the terminal.
• Car hire options can be found in terminal 3 opposite the check-in counters.

Bremen Hauptbahnhof (Bremen main railway station)

Known in German as Bremen Hauptbahnhof, Bremen's main railway station sits just north of the Old Town, the city centre. Opened in 1847, it’s a splendid red-brick building listed under the monument protection act. It’s home to a great shopping and dining area and is worth a visit, even if you do not have to take a train. From here, you can get anywhere in Bremen by tram, bus, taxi or hired car (car rental agencies can be found a walk away from the train station).

Getting around Bremen on foot is the best way to discover the Old Town, which is rather compact. Within 1 sq km, you’ll find landmarks and attractions such as the Marktplatz, Bremen Town Hall and the St. Peter's Cathedral, just to name a few. Central Bremen also hosts lively dining and shopping scenes. For longer journeys, Bremen has a good choice of public and private transport services at hand to get you around the city. See below.

• The BSAG (Bremer Straßenbahn AG) operates tram and bus networks. They offer the most convenient and affordable way to travel around Bremen.
• The tram features 4 lines and 46 stations.
• Tickets can be purchased at BSAG customer centres and sales points. Vending machines are at hand at the airport and at the main train station.

• Many taxi companies operate in Bremen. Popular companies include Taxi-Ruf Bremen (0421 14014), Taxi Roland (0421 14433), and Bremer-Taxi IG (0421 38 709 454).
• Many taxi ranks can be found across the city, mostly near hotels, major attractions and at the main train station.
• Taxis can be hailed on the street, unless a taxi rank is nearby.
• Payment of the fare by credit card is usually possible but it’s better to ask the driver before starting your journey.

• Bremen features a bike-sharing scheme called WK-Bike.
• It offers a cool, affordable and healthy way to explore the city on clear days.
• You just need to download the WK-Bike app on your mobile phone to register.

Bremen Carnival

• What: One of Germany’s largest samba festivals, it features colourful costumes, energising Brazilian dance and music, and a true festive ambience. The highlight of the Bremen Carnival is the joyful parade that goes from the Market Square to the bohemian Steintor quarter.
• When: February
• Where: in the city centre

Freimarkt fair

• What: Attracting around 4 million visitors, the Bremen Freimarkt fair is one of the major festivals in Germany. This gigantic funfair features over 300 attractions and rides.
• When: October
• Where: at the Bürgerweide near Bremen's old quarter

Christmas market

• What: Bremen Christmas Market is almost a must-see due to its atmospheric ambience. Held in the stunning surrounds of the Old Town, which is especially illuminated for Christmas, it’s a fair filled with shops and delicious street food stalls.
• When: December
• Where: Bremer Marktplatz