A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Bremen’s Old Town
Bremen is a city of enduring stories, medieval charm, and remarkable architecture, making it a must-see destination in northern Germany. This self-guided walking tour invites you to dive into its history, legends, and iconic sites in an unforgettable journey through the heart of the city.
The tour starts on Brücke Herdentor (literally “herd gate bridge”), part of Bremen’s former city walls, where I’ll tell you about the city’s past fortifications. You’ll make your way to the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that’s stood proudly for centuries.
You’ll also be guided on a scenic walk along the Weser River, where you’ll get a sense of Bremen’s maritime and trade heritage.
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A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Bremen’s Old Town
What's included in A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Bremen’s Old Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Spitting StonePass-by Only
You'll pass by the Spitting Stone, a unique landmark tied to Bremen's medieval history
Town Musicians of BremenPass-by Only
You'll see the Town Musicians of Bremen statue, a beloved symbol of the city inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairy tale.
Glockenspiel HousePass-by Only
You'll catch a glimpse of the Glockenspiel House, renowned for its charming chime performances and historic architecture. Please note that entry to the building is not included in this tour.
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This tour starts at Brücke Herdentor. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
End Points
- The tour ends in the Schnoor District, close to the Beck's in'n Snoor restaurant
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
