My Bremen – outdoor life on Ulrichsplatz square
Tourism
One of my favourite places in Bremen is Ulrichsplatz square. I’m thinking of it now that it’s cold and wet outside, with snow forecast over the next few days. At times like these I yearn for those warm days in the Ostertor quarter.
It’s such a great place to sit outside, enjoy a coffee and watch all the interesting people. There’s a colourful mix of teachers, students, liberals, artists, affluent mothers and people popping over from the slightly rougher Steintor quarter. Everyone seems to get on with each other. I particularly like hearing all the different languages spoken by the young people, who might be on holiday here or work or study in Bremen – it almost feels like I’m on holiday myself. Then it’s time for a quick visit to the organic market to check out the healthy treats and the unusual herbs. After that there’s just enough time for a quick detour into one of the small clothes shops. A walk around the pretty side streets with their lovely houses is also worth your while. As evening approaches, the shade descends on Ulrichsplatz. If, like me, you feel the cold easily, you should start out early – or simply switch to the sunny side of the square, for example to Bistro Brazil.
If you want to see the Viertel district from above, head to Möbelhaus Flamme on Ulrichsplatz, from where you get a great panoramic view of the area. Just take the lift to the fifth floor.
All I want to know now is: when is spring coming back to Ostertor!?

Success Stories
Science plays a leading role in Bremen: in the laboratories of the university, at one of the more than 50 research institutes or in the green botanika. There are many opportunities for visitors to experience science at first hand.
Learn moreAccording to recent statistics, the Hanseatic city of Bremen is Germany's greenest big city, with 60 square metres of green space per inhabitant. The many parks and green spaces in the city include world-class spaces, such as the Bürgerpark and the Rhododendron park, both of which are of German and even world renown. By its own account, Bremen is home to the world's largest collection of rhododendrons. Let's take a walk.
Learn moreThe greenest major city in Germany is Bremen - with an average of 60 square metres of sports, leisure and recreation space per person. Parks, sports facilities, but also water areas invite you to relax from the hustle and bustle of the city every day.
Learn more