Podcast Tour Bremen The Gambit of the Merchants

1 hr 27 minGerman, EnglishBremen, Germany

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Dive into the proud, independent heart of the Hanseatic League. On this captivating tour, you will discover the true price of bourgeois freedom in a city built by ambitious merchants, a rebellious working class, and legendary outsiders. From the stone displays of power in the marketplace to the dark, winding alleys of the oldest districts, you will learn how Bremen took its destiny into its own hands against princes and archbishops – and why its famous fairy tales are actually clever survival strategies.

- 1.6 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 87 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in power, protest & public spaces and power, protest & public space Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
Point-to-point navigation between stops

What you'll do

A stone statue over 10 meters high from the 15th century, which symbolizes the c
ivic freedom and independence of Bremen from the church.
10 min
A breathtaking building of the Weser Renaissance, which served as the seat of th
e commercial government and the bourgeois power.
10 min
A popular bronze statue depicting the famous fairy-tale animals and symbolizing hope and freedom for the outcasts
10 min
The historic guild house of the Bremen merchants, which represents the organized economic cartel of the Hanseatic League
10 min
A breathtaking expressionist street from the 1920s, built by a coffee magnate, t
hat combines Hanseatic nostalgia with dark political undertones.
10 min
The historic harbor promenade along the Weser, where the physical labor of Hanseatic trade took place
10 min
Bremen's oldest district, a labyrinth of narrow alleys that was once home to the
working class, fishermen, and craftsmen of the city.
10 min

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

From Bremen Central Station with local public transport towards Bremer Roland. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Bremer Roland, Bremen, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Podcast Tour Bremen The Gambit of the Merchants

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What you'll do

A stone statue over 10 meters high from the 15th century, which symbolizes the c

A breathtaking building of the Weser Renaissance, which served as the seat of th

A popular bronze statue depicting the famous fairy-tale animals and symbolizing hope and freedom for the outcasts

The historic guild house of the Bremen merchants, which represents the organized economic cartel of the Hanseatic League

A breathtaking expressionist street from the 1920s, built by a coffee magnate, t

The historic harbor promenade along the Weser, where the physical labor of Hanseatic trade took place

Bremen's oldest district, a labyrinth of narrow alleys that was once home to the

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