Hertz car rental in Bremen

Rent a car in Bremen to see one of Germany’s oldest and best loved cities. The second largest port town in Germany, Bremen has become a major hub for cultural and economic development.

Choose from six locations across the city, including Bremen Airport. Explore the city’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, made up of Bremen Town Hall and the Roland statue in the historic Market Square. Then take a drive out to the Kunsthalle Bremen art museum or shop your favourite brands at the Waterfront Promenade. Bremen is also around a 90-minute drive from Hamburg and Hanover if you fancy exploring further afield.

With Hertz, you can pick the car most suited for your trip, whether it’s a sporty little cabriolet, a saloon car to take you from meeting to meeting or a family-friendly hatchback.

Reserve your rental car with Hertz today to start your Bremen adventure.

Driving in and around Bremen

Parking in Bremen

• BREPARK Bürgerweide (28215) has around 2,800 spaces within walking distance of the Overseas Museum, Bürgerpark and the ÖVB-Arena.
• Sparkasse Campus (28359) has more than 200 parking spaces in the University of Bremen, close to Am Stadtwaldsee Nature Reserve and the Universum Bremen science museum.
• CONTIPARK Hilmannplatz (28195) is a multi-story parking garage with more than 500 spaces. From here, you can easily reach the Blumen Feld and Bremen Market Square.

Key roads in Bremen

• Bundesautobahn 27 (A27) runs northwest off the A7 in Walsrode, passing through Bremen and Bremerhaven before heading to Cuxhaven.
• Road of Weser Renaissance is a popular tourist route in North Germany, which links famous monuments of the Weser Renaissance period in Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, Lower Saxony and Bremen.
• Bundesstraße 75 (B75) is a 129-mile long federal highway that runs from Travemünde to Delmonhorst just outside Bremen.

How to get from Bremen to Hamburg

It takes around one hour and 30 minutes to drive the 108 miles from Bremen to Hamburg.

1. Leave the Hertz car rental parking lot at Hansator 5 and head northeast on Hans-Böckler-Straße to join the B6.
2. Take the exit on to the A27.
3. At Junction 22, keep right to merge on to the A1 and continue for 60 miles.
4. Bear left to join the A255 and B4, following signs into Hamburg.

How to get from Bremen to Bremerhaven

Bremen is around a 45-minute drive from Bremerhaven. Follow the B6 out of the city, then use the left two lanes to join the A27. Head north on the A27 for 34 miles, before taking Exit 7 toward Bremerhaven.

A quick guide to Bremen

Best hotels in Bremen

Courtyard by Marriott Bremen

Theodor-Heuss-Allee 2, 28215, Bremen

Set in the historic Lloyd building next to the station, the Courtyard offers a convenient yet comfortable base for your trip to Bremen. Guest rooms are spacious and stylish, with plush beds, large workspaces and flat-screen TVsThere is parking on-site, as well as an exercise room, restaurant and meeting event space for business trips.

Atlantic Grand Hotel Bremen

Bredenstr. 2, 28195, Bremen

Located moments from Bremen Market Square, this trendy hotel is ideally placed for a tour of the city’s top landmarks. And the hotel amenities are first-class too, with on-site parking, the upscale Alto Restaurant and Mediterranean-inspired courtyard. Contemporary rooms make you feel right at home, while the relaxing hotel spa is the perfect way to wind down after a busy day of exploring.

H+ Hotel Bremen

Wachtstrasse 27-29, 28195 Bremen

Wander through the medieval Schnoor neighborhood and check into this ultramodern hotel for a few nights. Simple, classically designed rooms have your comfort in mind, with Queen and King-size beds, coffeemakers, air conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Best restaurants in Bremen

Edel Weiss

Bahnhofsplatz 8, 28195 Bremen

Set opposite the train station, this charming hotel restaurant matches traditional decor and dress with authentic German and Austrian dishes. Try the warm Bavarian pretzels, homemade pork schnitzel or flatbread pizzas, followed by apple strudel and ice cream.

Fisherman’s Seafood Bremen

Am Wall 201, 28195 Bremen

A laidback seafood restaurant that serves a delicious menu of freshly caught fish dishes and local delicacies. Think North Sea crab with crispy fried potatoes, fried scallops and Fines de Claire oysters. The restaurant is perfect for those who want to grab a bite to eat after a day shopping in the local mall.

Aioli Im Schnoor Restaurant & Tapas Bar

Schnoor 3-4, 28195 Bremen

Set in the middle of the Bremen’s old town, this tapas restaurant has a small seating area on the cobbled street outside for an al fresco dining experience. Share a few dishes with friends or family, such as the potato croquettes, fried calamari and bread with creamy aioli.

Best things to do in Bremen

Schnoor Viertel

Altstadt

Spend time wandering through Bremen’s iconic ‘old town’, with its historic landmarks, medieval buildings and quaint atmosphere. Discover hidden alleyways that lead to secret boutiques, and pick up a gift or souvenir for those back home.

Burgerpark

Beim Schweizerhaus, Bürgerpark, 28209 Bremen

A spectacular park that stretches for six miles through the city, from the station to the university. Explore the different walking or cycling trails, or take your kids to the playground and petting zoo. The lake also makes an ideal spot to sit and have a picnic.

Overseas Museum

Bahnhofsplatz 13, 28195 Bremen

Step through the front doors of this natural history museum and be transported to other continents, without catching a plane. Wander through interactive exhibits showcasing the very best of Asia, Africa and the Americas. From encountering indigenous animals in the savannas to exploring Oceania’s colorful coral reef, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained.