Take a quick, scenic boat ride across Bremen’s Weser River with Hal Över, connecting the bustling Pier2/Waterfront to the peaceful Lankenauer Höft peninsula. Perfect for families and groups, this five-minute ferry highlights the city’s unique waterfront character.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels; no exertion required
Wildlife
History
Bremen’s waterfront has long served as a key hub for trade and shipbuilding, adapting over the centuries from industrial docks to today’s mixed-use urban harbor.
Conservation
Efforts to maintain water quality and protect native plants along the Weser riverbanks support sustainable boating and urban wildlife habitats.
Hal Över
Take a quick, scenic boat ride across Bremen’s Weser River with Hal Över, connecting the bustling Pier2/Waterfront to the peaceful Lankenauer Höft peninsula. Perfect for families and groups, this five-minute ferry highlights the city’s unique waterfront character.
Hal Över is a Bremerhaven-based boat operator offering scheduled ferry services, scenic river cruises and themed event sailings across the Weser and regional coastal routes in Bremen and Bremerhaven. Hal Över operates single (Einzelfahrt) and return (Hin- und Rückfahrt) trips connecting ports such as Pier2/Waterfront, Martinianleger (Vegesack), Lankenauer Höft, Mittelsbüren/Moorlosen Kirche, Blumenthal, Farge, Nordenham, Brake, Oldenburg and Elsfleth.
The company provides special events including the Kohlparty auf der Weser, a five-hour cruise with traditional Grünkohl and Hochzeitssuppe plus drinks and DJ entertainment, and a Silvester auf der Weser New Year’s Eve cruise featuring a buffet, drinks and a live DJ. Breakfast options include Sonntagsfrühstück im Café Sand and dedicated Frühstücksfahrt departures that offer buffet-style morning meals with views of the Weser.
Hal Över also runs themed and scenic services such as Panorama-Lichterfahrt, Abendliche Lichterfahrt with winter buffet, Rundfahrt Containerterminal & Seehundbänke, After Work Panoramafahrt, and stadium connections to the Weser-Stadion including trips tied to WUSEUM and stadium tours. Selected round trips note practical details like the option to bring a bike or dog on some sailings.
All descriptions reflect published trip names, schedules and on-board amenities provided for each listed experience. Hal Över focuses on connecting communities, serving tourists and hosting celebration cruises from Bremerhaven and Bremen ports across the Weser.
Routes Covered
164 trips
Extensive local and regional routes
Signature Kohlparty
5 hours
Five-hour cruise with food and drinks
Departure Piers
Pier2, Martinianleger, Lankenauer Höft
Multiple boarding points across the Weser
Special Events
Silvester & Kohlparty
Themed cruises with buffets and DJs
Choose scheduled ferries, breakfast cruises or themed events from Bremerhaven and Bremen — view routes and reserve seats now.
Arrive Early for the Departure
The ferry leaves promptly at 8:50 AM; arrive at least 10 minutes beforehand to secure your spot.
Bring a Light Jacket
Even a short ride on the water can be breezy, so layers help keep you comfortable.
Tickets Available Online and Onboard
Purchase tickets in advance online to avoid lines, especially for groups over ten people.
Space for Bikes and Dogs
Bicycles and dogs are welcome for a small additional fee, making the ferry a convenient link for active travelers.
Windbreaker or Light Jacket
Protects against cool breezes on the water, especially in mornings.
spring
Sunscreen
Necessary for skin protection during sunny daytime rides.
summer
Camera or Smartphone
To capture changing waterfront views and urban landscapes.
Comfortable Footwear
Helps with boarding and disembarking the ferry easily.