Tradition meets cosmopolitanism: Bremen and Bremerhaven
Bremen In 1358, an ancient Hanseatic city became an important trading center. In the 14th century, the citizens erected the stone Bremen Roland.


Published: 13.09.2026
The popular low mountain range region is characterized by dense forests, gentle hills, and lakes. Here runs the almost 170km long Rothaarsteig, which begins in the North Rhine-Westphalian Hanseatic city of Brilon. The Propsteikirche St. Petrus, dating back to the 12th century, possesses a Romanesque Pankratiuskreuz from the 1100s. Interesting is also the five-story West tower, which significantly shapes the skyline of the city.

The Bruchhauser Steine (Olsberg) are a rock formation with four main cliffs. They were formed 370 million years ago and primarily consist of quartz porphyry. The surrounding shale, rather a softer rock, was eroded away, contributing to this solitary position of the cliffs.

The land of a thousand mountains is a perfect retreat for relaxation, tranquility, hiking, but also for vibrant shooting festivals and biker meet-ups.
