Marktplatz. Marktplatz has a reputation of one of the most beautiful squares in Europe. This statement is not groundless - the square is surrounded by marvellous historical buildings, the greatest of which is surely the City Hall. There is a 6-meter statue of Rolland (1404) in front of the City Hall. The knight is the symbol of freedom and independence of Bremen. The west side the square is the location of different old buildings. Don’t forget to visit Schütting that is on the south-west. The 16th century house was built in the Flemish style according to the project of Joachan den Buschener. Earlier the city served as a place for meetings of merchantmen. Marktplatz is also the location of majestic Bremen Cathedral and the Church of Our Lady. The latter is famous for its ancient frescos and stained-glass windows in iron frames made by Alfred Manessir.
Böttcherstrasse lies to the south from Marktplatz. The street is a great piece of art. Its architecture is an ideal combination of traditional and expressionistic styles. The idea of its creation was suggested by Bremen tradesman and the city’s patron Ludwig Roselius in 1904. It took almost 30 years to make that plan come to life thanks to the efforts of architects Scotland and Runge, as well as sculptor Bernard Hattery. Böttcherstrasse is famous for the Paula Bekker-Moderson Museum, in which a continuous exhibition of her best works takes place. Another place of interest that deserves your attention is the Roselius House, notable for its chimes and interesting collections.
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