Self-guided podcast tour Bremen's radical heartbeat
Bremen, Germanyby Red Thread
- 1.4 hours
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- Up to 99 travelers
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Overview
Dive into 'Das Viertel', Bremen's liveliest, most contested, and most independent neighborhood. On this tour, you will discover the story of how a colorful group of students, artists, and working-class families resisted the urban planners in the 1970s to save their home. From Germany's first program cinema to legendary protest crossings and cultural strongholds of the grassroots movement – you will explore the fine, constant balancing act between radical, alternative roots and modern gentrification. Discover the hidden stories behind the facades of the Bremen houses and experience the raw, beating heart of Bremen street culture. - 2.2 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 86 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in society & everyday life and art, design & aesthetics Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's included
- 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
Itinerary
- 1
Cinema im Ostertor
10 min
Germany's first program cinema and a central place of cultural resistance in the neighborhood of the 1970s.
- 2
Stop 2
10 min
A picturesque square showing the iconic architecture of the Bremen houses that were preserved before demolition.
- 3
Stop 3
10 min
The busy intersection that serves as the epicenter of nightlife and the history of street protests in the neighborhood.
- 4
Stop 4
10 min
A huge former warehouse that has been converted into a cultural hub and embodies the collective spirit of the neighborhood.
- 5
Stop 5
10 min
A small, very local place that functions as the neighborhood's everyday 'living room' and shows the strong cohesion of the community.
- 6
Stop 6
10 min
The green banks of the Weser, which serve as a social relaxation zone for the neighborhood.
Meeting and pickup
From Bremen Central Station with local public transport towards the Cinema in Ostertor. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Cinema in Ostertor, Bremen, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
End point
From Osterdeich at Sielwall Ferry, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Bremen Central Station. The starting point is Osterdeich at Sielwall Ferry, Bremen, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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