BREMEN FERRY FIELD GUIDE
Tide, Signalstation, Unionpier: A two-way ferry across the lower Weser from Vegesack to Nordenham
A scheduled Hin- und Rückfahrt operated by Hal Över that runs from Vegesack (Signalstation) to Nordenham (Unionpier) with intermediate calls — this guide distills the schedule, fares, and what to know before you board.
Tide, Signalstation, Unionpier: A two-way ferry across the lower Weser from Vegesack to Nordenham.
The short ferry run from Vegesack’s Signalstation to Nordenham’s Unionpier slices across the lower Weser, linking urban Bremen with a string of riverside hamlets and ports. Operated as a round trip, the service offers a mapped morning run out and an afternoon return that make a day there-and-back straightforward for locals and visitors alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Direct cross‑Weser link with multiple landfalls
The service departs Vegesack (Signalstation) and calls at Blumenthal, Farge and Brake before reaching Nordenham (Unionpier), then returns the same way — a simple, scheduled connection along the lower Weser.
A clear morning outbound and afternoon return
The outward run leaves Vegesack at 09:30 with staged arrivals en route; the return departs Nordenham at 15:45 and arrives back in Vegesack in the early evening — a predictable pattern suited to a daytrip.
Ticketed fares including bikes and dogs
Fares are tiered (adult, child, concession, group) and there are separate tickets for bicycles and dogs; online bookings incur an additional 6% fee.
What the day feels like
What the crossing feels like
The trip is a straightforward scheduled ferry crossing: morning departure from Vegesack followed by scheduled landings at Blumenthal, Farge and Brake before the terminal at Nordenham, with a mid‑afternoon southbound return. Timed arrivals and departures take the guesswork out of planning a same‑day outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this crossing suits — practical fit based on fare rules and ticketing.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring proof for any concession fare (students, seniors, disabled); if you travel with a bicycle or dog, purchase the respective bicycle or dog ticket.
Adult fare and child/concession tiers are published; bicycle and dog tickets are available as separate items. Note that online bookings incur an additional 6% fee.
Groups of 10 or more have a group fare and are advised to book directly via the operator’s email ([email protected]).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the ferry depart from in Vegesack?
The ferry departs from Vegesack, Signalstation.
What time does the outbound sailing leave Vegesack?
The outbound departure from Vegesack (Signalstation) is scheduled at 09:30.
When does the vessel arrive in Nordenham?
The scheduled arrival at Nordenham (Unionpier) for the outbound sailing is 11:35.
Are bicycles and dogs allowed?
Yes. There are separate tickets for bicycles and dogs (each listed at 8,00€).
How much does an adult fare cost?
The published adult fare (ab 15 Jahre) is 33,00€; online bookings are subject to an additional 6% fee.
How do I book for a group of 10 or more?
For groups of 10 or more the operator recommends direct booking by email at [email protected]; a group fare is indicated.