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Bremen Ratskeller

History & ambience

  • The Bremer Ratskeller, which has been located under the Bremen Town Hall since 1405, is one of the oldest wine cellars in Germany with medieval vaults and historical flair.

  • More than 600 German wines, mainly from regions such as the Rhine, Moselle and Ahr, are stored on over 4,000 square metres.


Unique wines & highlights

  1. Rüdesheim apostle wine:

    • 12 large apostle barrels (1,000 litres each) from Rüdesheim vines, some of them decades old. According to legend, a 13th barrel ("Judas") has disappeared.

  2. Germany's oldest wine barrel:

    • The "Apostelküfer" barrel from 1653 still contains original wine from this period.

  3. Exclusive wines:

    • Rare vintages, including centuries-old wines, as well as our own wines such as Riesling, Pinot Noir and Silvaner under the Bremer Ratskeller Weine label.


Experience & Gastronomy

  • The restaurant serves North German specialities (e.g. Bremer Knipp, fish dishes) to go with the wines.

  • Guided tours and tastings offer insights into the history of the cellar.


Visitor information

  • Location: Bremen market square (under the town hall).

  • Opening hours: Open daily, guided tours possible.

The Ratskeller is a must for wine lovers and history buffs! 🍷