Historic site · Germany · Bremen
Bremen Town Hall and Roland
A Gothic town hall with a Renaissance facade and a medieval statue of Roland, both World Heritage listed.
UNESCO World Heritage about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Bremen Town Hall and Roland matters
On Bremen's market square, a medieval town hall and a giant stone statue of the knight Roland stand together. Roland has guarded the square for centuries and symbolises the city's free status. Peek into the town hall's elaborate upper hall, and then find the Town Musicians statue round the corner.
Talking points
- Both are World Heritage listed
- Roland represents civic freedom
- The Town Musicians statue stands next door
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