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Day Trips to Bremen and the Surrounding Area

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Only a Stone's Throw away from Bremen to further Destinations for Excursions

© WFB; Ingo Wagner

There is much to discover not only in Bremen, but also in the surrounding area of the hanseatic city. If you have other items on your to-do list, Bremen is an ideal starting point for day trips.

Exploring the Bremen Surroundings on Foot

Moorland, fish ponds, primeval forests and nature reserves tempt you to take an extensive hike in the Bremen countryside. Many of the idyllic destinations can be reached within a short drive. Explore the green surroundings and discover different animal and plant species! We have put together a few tips for hiking trails in Bremen and the surrounding area and the surrounding area.

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Huntepadd in the Wildeshauser Geest

© Klaus Sekuly - Zweckverband Naturpark Wildeshauser Geest

On just under seven kilometres, you will cross old beech forests and heathland and enjoy the views along the steep banks.

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Ahlhorner Fish Pond Trail in the Wildeshauser Geest

© Zweckverband Naturpark Wildeshauser Geest

Here you will not only discover fish on your hike. You can also observe water birds and reed birds from a small tower.

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Primeval Forest Hasbruch

© WFB - JUA

It only takes 20 minutes to reach the primeval forest with its historic soil, which has been growing there for at least 2000 years. That is why you will discover some ancient oak trees on your hike.

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Elsflether Sand

© Holger Raddatz/Touristik Elsfleth

Between the Weser and Hunte rivers on the Weser peninsula you will discover an extensive sandy beach, pastures, dikes and one or two animal inhabitants.

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Huntepadd in the Wildeshauser Geest

© Klaus Sekuly - Zweckverband Naturpark Wildeshauser Geest

On just under seven kilometres, you will cross old beech forests and heathland and enjoy the views along the steep banks.

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Ahlhorner Fish Pond Trail in the Wildeshauser Geest

© Zweckverband Naturpark Wildeshauser Geest

Here you will not only discover fish on your hike. You can also observe water birds and reed birds from a small tower.

Would you like some Culture?

The museum at the Modersohn House in Worpswede.

Worpswede

© WFB / Melanka Helms-Jacobs

The former home of Heinrich Vogeler and Paula Modersohn-Becker still attracts numerous artists and interested people to the village today. Learn more about art history in one of the many local museums or enjoy the unspoilt landscape.

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Fischerhude

© WFB / Peter Sämann

A few minutes' drive from Bremen you will discover the "village of farmers and artists". In addition to the rural idyll, local galleries and restored farms await you here.

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Celle - Between Tradition and Modernity 

© bremen.de/privat CMF

Almost 500 lavishly restored and listed half-timbered houses form the largest self-contained ensemble in Europe. The old town with its castle and the Hoppener Haus, the Celle State Stud Farm with its famous stallion parades and many other attractions are definitely worth a day trip.

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Bad Segeberg - Karl May Games 

© Karl-May-Spiele Bad Segeberg

Clinking colts, galloping redskins, big explosions and thrilling duels. The Karl May Games transport you to the Wild West and together with Winnetou and Old Shatterhand you experience exciting adventures.

The museum at the Modersohn House in Worpswede.

Worpswede

© WFB / Melanka Helms-Jacobs

The former home of Heinrich Vogeler and Paula Modersohn-Becker still attracts numerous artists and interested people to the village today. Learn more about art history in one of the many local museums or enjoy the unspoilt landscape.

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Fischerhude

© WFB / Peter Sämann

A few minutes' drive from Bremen you will discover the "village of farmers and artists". In addition to the rural idyll, local galleries and restored farms await you here.

Get a Breath of Sea Air!

Off to the Island - Harriersand

Just an hour's drive from Bremen, you'll find pure island feeling waiting for you! Harriersand will win you over with its long, white sandy beach. On this excursion, the journey is the destination, as the outward journey takes you along green meadows and idyllic nature. The river island lies opposite the harbour town of Brake. Depending on which part of the beach you are on, you can observe the hustle and bustle of the harbour on the opposite side of the Weser. The ferry Guntsiet shuttles between Brake and Harriersand several times a day and brings many cyclists who like to use the surroundings for cycling tours.

Zu sehen ist ein weißer Sandstrand mit Fußspuren, der an ein Gewässer grenzt. Auf der gegenüberliegenden Uferseite stehen große, graue Hafengebäude.

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On the North Sea Coast

Splash your feet in the water, smell the sea breeze on a walk or look for slippery lugworms at low tide. The North Sea offers you many beautiful destinations! Enjoy the sea and the maritime feeling in northern Germany. Whether you want to refresh yourself with a swim or relax on a leisurely mudflat hike - find out about the current tides before your visit so that there are no surprises.

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Helgoland

© Helgoland Tourismus-Service - Marika Richters

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Dorum-Neufeld

© Privat - Sabrina Kroll

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Sahlenburg

© Privat - JUA

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Dangast

© Tourismus-Service Dangast - Martin Stoever

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Helgoland

© Helgoland Tourismus-Service - Marika Richters

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Dorum-Neufeld

© Privat - Sabrina Kroll

Bremerhaven

Bremerhaven is only a stone's throw away by car, as it takes just one hour to reach the Bremerhaven Here you can let the sea breeze blow around your nose and enjoy a hearty fish sandwich. The Klimahaus, the Zoo am Meer, the Deutsches Auswandererhaus and the Schaufenster Fischereihafen round off your maritime excursion.

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Klimahaus® Bremerhaven

© Marcus Meyer / Klimahaus Bremerhaven 8° Ost

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Deutsches Auswandererhaus Bremerhaven

© © Deutsches Auswandererhaus / Foto: Kay Riechers

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Zoo am Meer

© Zoo am Meer Bremerhaven

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Fischereihafen

© Bremerhaven Touristik

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Klimahaus® Bremerhaven

© Marcus Meyer / Klimahaus Bremerhaven 8° Ost

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Deutsches Auswandererhaus Bremerhaven

© © Deutsches Auswandererhaus / Foto: Kay Riechers

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Long-distance Cycle Routes in and around Bremen

Various sections of these routes are also suitable for one-day bike rides.

© WFB / MKA

Big City Feeling - City Tours

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Hamburg, my Pearl!

© bremen.de/privat JUA

By car, you can reach Hamburg quickly via the A1 in 50 minutes to 1.5 hours - depending on the traffic situation. By train, which runs every hour, you can reach the city in about 1.5 hours. Of course, the impressive Hamburg harbour, the Elbphilharmonie concert hall and the Landungsbrücken bridges are worth seeing. Afterwards, the fish market and a trip to the Speicherstadt (warehouse district) should not be missed.

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Hanover - the State Capital!

© Staatsarchiv Bremen

You can reach Hanover by car via the A27 and A7 in about one to two hours. By train, depending on the connection, it takes about 1.5 hours to get to the state capital. A special highlight: On the outskirts of the city is an impressive park - the Herrenhäuser Gardens! With a botanical garden and a castle, this green oasis is definitely worth a trip. If you like strolling through flea markets, you'll also find something here - in the old town on the banks of the Leine, people haggle and trade for all they're worth every Saturday. Still not seen enough? The Hannover Adventure Zoo is a great option for a day out with the whole family.

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Groningen - Netherlands

© privat/ bremen.online JUA

Groningen as a destination for a day trip? Absolutely! It takes about two hours by car or you can take the long-distance bus. The bus leaves several times a day from Bremen's ZOB.
In Groningen, you'll find wonderful little cafés and hotspots, as well as plenty of shopping opportunities. Small, select shops in the Zwanestraat or the funky Folkingestraat invite you to take a stroll. Almost all the shops in the city centre are also open on Sundays. The Groningen Museum is considered the jewel of the city and offers beautiful exhibitions ranging from Romanticism to Asian culture and pop art.

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Hamburg, my Pearl!

© bremen.de/privat JUA

By car, you can reach Hamburg quickly via the A1 in 50 minutes to 1.5 hours - depending on the traffic situation. By train, which runs every hour, you can reach the city in about 1.5 hours. Of course, the impressive Hamburg harbour, the Elbphilharmonie concert hall and the Landungsbrücken bridges are worth seeing. Afterwards, the fish market and a trip to the Speicherstadt (warehouse district) should not be missed.

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Hanover - the State Capital!

© Staatsarchiv Bremen

You can reach Hanover by car via the A27 and A7 in about one to two hours. By train, depending on the connection, it takes about 1.5 hours to get to the state capital. A special highlight: On the outskirts of the city is an impressive park - the Herrenhäuser Gardens! With a botanical garden and a castle, this green oasis is definitely worth a trip. If you like strolling through flea markets, you'll also find something here - in the old town on the banks of the Leine, people haggle and trade for all they're worth every Saturday. Still not seen enough? The Hannover Adventure Zoo is a great option for a day out with the whole family.

Family attractions in Bremen's surrounding region

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Serengeti Park Hodenhagen

© Serengeti-Park Hodenhagen

Northern Germany’s largest safari and leisure park with 1,500 animals including 200 monkeys, leisure/water world. Enjoy an exciting, unforgettable day out in the four fascinating discovery zones at Serengeti Park.

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Walsrode Bird Park

© Vogelpark Walsrode GmbH

World’s largest bird park: first-class entertainment with sensational flying shows, a beautiful botanical garden and a blossoming sea of flowers. You can admire over 4,200 birds from all the Earth's climate zones.

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Magic Park Verden

© Magic Park Verden

Spend an unforgettable action-packed day with your family at this unique magical fairytale theme park – fun is as good as guaranteed!. At the petting zoo, you can get up close to all the animals. 

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Heide Park Soltau

© Heide Park Resort (2016)

Covering an area of 850,000 square metres in the middle of the Lüneburg Heath, the Heide Park Resort is northern Germany's biggest leisure and short break adventure. Over 50 attractions and shows offer something to suit every thrill-seeker, mood and age - including Europe's largest wooden rollercoaster "Colossos" and the "Flight of the Demons", the only wing coaster in Germany.

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Serengeti Park Hodenhagen

© Serengeti-Park Hodenhagen

Northern Germany’s largest safari and leisure park with 1,500 animals including 200 monkeys, leisure/water world. Enjoy an exciting, unforgettable day out in the four fascinating discovery zones at Serengeti Park.

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Walsrode Bird Park

© Vogelpark Walsrode GmbH

World’s largest bird park: first-class entertainment with sensational flying shows, a beautiful botanical garden and a blossoming sea of flowers. You can admire over 4,200 birds from all the Earth's climate zones.

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Outdoor Dining

© WFB; Katharina Müller

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Maritime Bremen

© WFB/ Carina Tank

Gezeichnete Skyline von Bremens prominentenen Gebäuden