MINDEN FERRY FIELD GUIDE
Late-afternoon ferry from Brake downriver to Martinianleger Bremen
A single-leg Hal Över ferry run from Brake to Bremen’s Martinianleger that links seven landings — this guide lays out the schedule, ticketing and practical details for the ride.
Late-afternoon ferry from Brake downriver to Martinianleger Bremen.
Einzelfahrt: a single ferry run operated by Hal Över that departs Brake and serves a sequence of landings en route to Bremen’s Martinianleger — a coastal, timetable-driven crossing that connects small harbors and waterfront points between Brake and Bremen.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seven stops between Brake and Bremen
The service links Brake with Farge, Blumenthal, Vegesack (Signalstation), Mittelsbüren (Moorlosen Kirche), Lankenauer Höft, Pier2/Waterfront and finishes at Bremen, Martinianleger, following a fixed sequence of landings.
A late-afternoon departure with staggered arrivals
The single departure from Brake is scheduled in the late afternoon, delivering staggered arrival times at intermediate landings before reaching Martinianleger in the evening.
Local operator with group booking advice
Operated by Hal Över, the fare structure includes concessions and a separate fee for bicycles and dogs; groups of ten or more are advised to book directly by email.
What the day feels like
What the crossing feels like
The trip unfolds as a steady, timetable-led ferry ride: a single departure from Brake that calls at a string of coastal piers and river landings in late afternoon and early evening, moving passengers and bicycles along the waterway toward Bremen’s Martinianleger.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ferry works best for — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you’re bringing a bicycle or a dog, you must purchase a separate bicycle ticket or dog ticket (each listed as an additional fare).
Fares vary by category (adult, child, concessions); note online bookings incur an additional 6% fee — groups of ten or more are recommended to book directly via the operator email.
The single scheduled departure from Brake leaves in the late afternoon and the service reaches Bremen’s Martinianleger in the evening; consult the timetable for the exact sequence of arrival times at each landing.
Hal Över operates the run; for group bookings or queries, contact [email protected] as recommended.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the ferry depart from Brake?
The scheduled departure from Brake is at 16:30.
What time does the ferry arrive at Martinianleger Bremen?
The service lists an arrival at Bremen, Martinianleger at 19:00.
Are bicycles allowed on the ferry?
Yes; a separate bicycle ticket (Fahrradkarte) is required and is listed as an additional fare.
Is there a fare for dogs?
Yes; dogs require a separate dog ticket, listed as an additional fare.
Are there concession fares or special pricing?
Concession fares exist for students, people with disabilities and seniors (proof required); child and group pricing are also specified.
How should I book for a group of ten or more?
For groups of ten or more the operator recommends direct booking by email ([email protected]).