Langenstraße

Langenstraße is a street running westward from Bremen's market square toward Geeren alongside the Weser river. Buildings of various periods line both sides, with shops, offices, and banks on the ground level and apartments above.

The street formed around 1100 on the northern bank of the Balge as a merchant route and was central to Bremen's growth. Over centuries it developed further, with many reconstructions and changes that shaped its appearance to this day.

The buildings display Renaissance and Baroque forms that remain visible today. Walking slowly through reveals old doorways and windows that tell of skilled craftsmanship from centuries past.

The street is easy to explore on foot and runs flat through the city center, making it accessible for visitors of all abilities. Parking and public transport are available nearby if you want to reach other parts of the city.

One building along the street preserves an old Renaissance doorway from 1618 within its modern walls, originally from a vinegar house. This blend of old and new shows how the street did not completely lose its history during reconstructions.

Location: Mitte

Inception: 1100

Address: Langenstraße

GPS coordinates: 53.07640,8.80500

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22