State Archives of Bremen

The State Archives of Bremen is an archive and cultural heritage monument in the Mitte district that holds extensive collections of government records, manuscripts, maps, and photographs. The facility provides access to these materials and digitized collections for research and documentation purposes.

Founded in 1221, the archives represent one of Germany's earliest institutional efforts to preserve government and historical documents. Since then they have served as a continuous collection documenting Bremen's development across the centuries.

The building reflects regional construction styles typical of Bremen and houses documents that shaped the city over centuries. The spaces tell the story of the city's development and its people through their collections.

Visitors and researchers can access materials in the research rooms or view digitized collections online. Before visiting, it helps to check opening hours and confirm whether specific documents can be requested in advance.

The archives preserve medieval documents alongside modern records using advanced conservation techniques. This blend of very old and contemporary materials creates an unbroken documentary record of Bremen's past.

Location: Mitte

Inception: 1221

Address: Am Staatsarchiv 1, 28203 Bremen

Website: http://staatsarchiv-bremen.de

GPS coordinates: 53.07700,8.81611

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22