NORDENHAM FERRY FIELD GUIDE
Einzelfahrt: From Nordenham’s Unionpier to Bremen’s Martinianleger — a single scheduled ferry crossing
This verified guide covers the single crossing that departs Nordenham (Unionpier) and calls at a string of piers before arriving at Bremen’s Martinianleger, summarizing schedules, fares, and booking details.
Einzelfahrt: From Nordenham’s Unionpier to Bremen’s Martinianleger — a single scheduled ferry crossing.
The Einzelfahrt runs from Nordenham’s Unionpier to Bremen’s Martinianleger as a single scheduled ferry service operated by Hal Över; the crossing calls at several intermediate piers on a published timetable and is offered as a point-to-point transport option between Nordenham and Bremen.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A single scheduled crossing with multiple calls
The service departs Nordenham (Unionpier) and makes scheduled calls including Brake, Farge, Blumenthal, Vegesack (Signalstation), Mittelsbüren (Moorlosen Kirche), Lankenauer Höft and finally Bremen, Martinianleger (Pier2/Waterfront), following the published timetable.
Afternoon departure with staggered arrivals
The advertised departure from Nordenham (Unionpier) is at 15:40 with arrival times at the listed stops spanning the late afternoon to early evening, with the latest listed arrival at 19:00.
Simple, tiered fares plus small extras for bikes and dogs
Fares are tiered by passenger category and include separate, modest charges for bicycles and dogs; online bookings incur an additional 6% fee.
What the day feels like
What the crossing feels like
This is a straightforward point-to-point ferry journey: you board at Nordenham’s Unionpier at the appointed time, stay aboard as the vessel calls at a sequence of piers, and disembark at Bremen’s Martinianleger (Pier2/Waterfront) according to the published timetable.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this crossing suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Departure is listed from Nordenham, Unionpier at 15:40 with the timetable showing successive arrivals and a final listed arrival at Bremen, Martinianleger at 19:00. Confirm current departure and arrival times with the operator before traveling.
If bringing a bicycle or dog, purchase the respective ticket: Fahrradkarte €4.00, Hundkarte €4.00. Bring any documentation needed for reduced fares (students, seniors, severe disability). Online bookings incur an additional 6% fee.
Standard fares apply; for groups of 10 or more the operator recommends direct booking via email ([email protected]). Expect the 6% online booking surcharge on web purchases.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the ferry depart?
The departure point is Nordenham, Unionpier.
What time does the ferry leave Nordenham?
The listed departure time from Nordenham (Unionpier) is 15:40.
What are the fare categories and prices?
Adult (from 15 years) €28.00; child (4–14 years) €14.00; reduced fares for students, severely disabled, and seniors (with proof) €25.20; group participants (10+) €25.20. Bicycle and dog tickets are €4.00 each. Online bookings carry a 6% fee.
Is there a charge for bicycles and dogs?
Yes. A Fahrradkarte (bicycle ticket) costs €4.00 and a Hundkarte (dog ticket) costs €4.00.
How should groups of ten or more book?
For groups of ten or more the operator recommends booking directly by email at [email protected].
What is the final arrival on the timetable?
The timetable lists an arrival at Bremen, Martinianleger (Pier2/Waterfront) with the latest listed time of 19:00.