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Welcome to our beautiful city at the Weser, to your new home! This is where you'll find tips for getting started in your new place of residence. Let yourself be inspired and make yourself at home in Bremen.

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Whether your studies, a new job, love or simply the desire for change brings you to Bremen- with the beautiful city on the Weser you have chosen a wonderful place to live. North German serenity, lots of green, the complete range from high culture to subculture, cosmopolitanism, short distances, the proximity to the water - there are many reasons that speak for Bremen and create the local lifestyle. We try to give you a small impression of the diversity of your new home and at the same time give you a few practical tips. We're glad you're here!

Off to Bremen! Tips for moving and arriving

Your move to Bremen is just around the corner? We want to help you to make this step as fast and comfortable as possible.

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The right district for you

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No matter what your life situation is, Bremen is sure to have the right neighborhood for your new home. Get to know the districts of Bremen and find out in which neighborhood you are best off.

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Finding an apartment, moving and arriving

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Let us help you to make the step of moving as fast and comfortable as possible. Therefore, we have some useful information and links about the real estate search, the move and formal matters for you.

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Everything you need to know about school

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Are you moving to Bremen with your children and have questions concerning education? We have compiled the most important information and links for you, so that you can get informed or find the right people to contact.

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Childcare

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If you are looking for a suitable daycare center for your children who are not yet of school age, you can find information on our page about childcare. Important information and links about the various childcare options, admission requirements, opening hours, fees and registration times can be found there.

Aerial view of Bremen city centre

The right district for you

© WFB - Detmar Schmoll

No matter what your life situation is, Bremen is sure to have the right neighborhood for your new home. Get to know the districts of Bremen and find out in which neighborhood you are best off.

A young couple sorts things into moving boxes in a flat.

Finding an apartment, moving and arriving

© fotolia/SolisImages

Let us help you to make the step of moving as fast and comfortable as possible. Therefore, we have some useful information and links about the real estate search, the move and formal matters for you.

Making yourself at home quickly

A favorite place to eat or a favorite place to stroll, on a first-name basis with the vendors or familiar with the most important hotspots and insider tips, as well as an absolutely cozy home - these are all factors that contribute to feeling really at home in a city. The road to familiarity is peppered with many exciting discoveries and new experiences. We've got plenty of inspiration for you.

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Digital sneak peak

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Are you moving to Bremen, and would like to get to know your new city a little better in advance? Then we have just the thing for you: We've put together a number of digital offers from Bremen that will help you immerse yourself in the Hanseatic city even before you arrive.

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Find your new got-to restaurant

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What is more comforting than a good meal? Especially a new start can be exhausting. So do something good for you and let yourself be spoiled. Whether Asian, vegetarian, vegan, Spanish,  or regional - perhaps one or the other candidate for your next favorite restaurant is among our numerous restaurant tips.
Love goes through the stomach

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Get to know Bremen in 24h

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Bremen is as diverse, colorful and interesting as the people who live here. Of course, there is so much to discover in the versatile city at the Weser that 24 hours would never be enough. But with our tips for 24 hours in Bremen, you can definitely check off some of the must-sees on your to-do list.

Shopping in Bremen

Shopping tips

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You want to shop sustainably, support the retailers next door, discover very special little stores or you are looking for a certain specialty store? Then it's worth browsing through our shopping tips!

A guided tour on the marketplace.

Out and about with locals

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Let real Bremen experts show you around your new home. On a guided tour you will learn the most important facts about Bremen and its sights, as well as receive numerous insider tips.

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Unique pieces for your home

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Cozy four walls that give you a feeling of home and comfort - that's probably the essential thing to feel really comfortable in a new place. Sometimes a special piece of furniture is the only thing that gives your home the right touch. You might find it in a store for vintage furniture. But sometimes pretty decorative items or plants are enough.

Aerial view of the market square with town hall, cathedral and Bürgerschaft.

Digital sneak peak

© WFB / MKA

Are you moving to Bremen, and would like to get to know your new city a little better in advance? Then we have just the thing for you: We've put together a number of digital offers from Bremen that will help you immerse yourself in the Hanseatic city even before you arrive.

You see many different dishes with different kinds of food.

Find your new got-to restaurant

© Fotolia / Nitr

What is more comforting than a good meal? Especially a new start can be exhausting. So do something good for you and let yourself be spoiled. Whether Asian, vegetarian, vegan, Spanish,  or regional - perhaps one or the other candidate for your next favorite restaurant is among our numerous restaurant tips.
Love goes through the stomach

Bremen Lifestyle

Cycling, ' kaffeesieren ', a cabbage tour in freezing temperatures, enjoying handmade delicacies, spending time in nature - all this and much more is part of the Bremen way of life, which you can best experience live, of course. To let you know where to find the sweet life along the Weser, we give you a little preview here.

A couple sits in the evening sun on the terrace of the Feuerwache in Überseestadt and looks out over the harbour basin.

Experience Bremen with all your senses

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Feel, smell, taste, see - the beautiful Weser city invites you to enjoy its very special atmosphere with all your senses. Let yourself be inspired and find out where you can best experience the local lifestyle.

Bremen Überseestadt

Maritime city on the river

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Often the everyday way leads past the Weser. But when was the last time you enjoyed our beautiful lifeline in peace and quiet? Just take the next opportunity.

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Cycling in Bremen

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The bike is your constant companion throughout your life on the Weser! Event dates, bike projects, tour suggestions and many tips - find out where in Bremen which wheel turns.

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Exploring nature

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Bremen is one of the greenest cities in Germany. It's time to take advantage of that. Let a fresh breeze blow around your nose in beautiful parks, on extensive hiking trails or at the nearby North Sea.

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This is Bremen

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Bremen is a big city with many faces - history, tradition, science, nature and culture combine to form an ever-fascinating overall picture. Get a first impression!

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Curly kale tours

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What would winter in Bremen be without a curly kale tour? Tips for your next tour, the right games and numerous opportunities to stop for a bite to eat can be found here.

A couple sits in the evening sun on the terrace of the Feuerwache in Überseestadt and looks out over the harbour basin.

Experience Bremen with all your senses

© WFB / Jens Lehmkühler

Feel, smell, taste, see - the beautiful Weser city invites you to enjoy its very special atmosphere with all your senses. Let yourself be inspired and find out where you can best experience the local lifestyle.

Bremen Überseestadt

Maritime city on the river

© WFB/Ingrid Krause

Often the everyday way leads past the Weser. But when was the last time you enjoyed our beautiful lifeline in peace and quiet? Just take the next opportunity.

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Connecting with people

The Northern Germans have a reputation for being somewhat reserved or even cold. This impression is deceptive. Here people just like to take a little time to get to know their counterparts better. But once you have conquered the hearts of Bremen's people, you have made friends for life. Below are a few tips on where you can make friends.

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Connecting through sports

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In numerous sports clubs and activities in Bremen, you not only keep fit, you also meet new people in a relaxed setting.

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Find like-minded people

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Whether it's a gaming session, a joint visit to the stadium, a movie night or communal cooking events: In our section " Kontakte knüpfen" on the bulletin board you can search and find people for common leisure activities. 

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Connecting through sports

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In numerous sports clubs and activities in Bremen, you not only keep fit, you also meet new people in a relaxed setting.

Schlachte Embankment

Find like-minded people

© WFB/Jonas Ginter

Whether it's a gaming session, a joint visit to the stadium, a movie night or communal cooking events: In our section " Kontakte knüpfen" on the bulletin board you can search and find people for common leisure activities. 

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Seasons in Bremen

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Excursions

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