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Why you're safe with the holiday experts

DERTOUR is part of the DERTOUR GmbH group of Frankfurt - one of the world's leading tour operators . We also hold our own ATOL and are members of ABTA.

We've been creating perfect tailor-made holidays to the heart of Europe for 50 years. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing that has always remained the same is our total focus on serving you in the very best way that we can. This includes ensuring your satisfaction and security. It's why DERTOUR is fully licenced with our own ATOL and is also adheres to all the rules and principles of ABTA.

ATOL is a financial protection scheme for holidaymakers travelling on an air inclusive holiday, which is managed by the Civil Aviation Authority. This protects you from losing your money or from being stranded overseas in the very unlikely event that DERTOUR should go out of business. Our Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL) number is ATOL 1839.

When you buy an ATOL protected air inclusive holiday* from us, you will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our ATOL.

* The air inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing either the person who pays for the booking is present in the UK when the booking is made or the first leg of any flight or flights we arrange for you commences in the UK. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk

ABTA was created in 1950 by 22 leading travel companies. It now represents over 5,000 travel agencies and more than 900 tour operators, right across the British Isles. ABTA helps to maintain the highest standards of trading practice for the travel industry and its customers. The ABTA logo is a sign that you can expect choice, value and high levels of service from DERTOUR.

DERTOUR is also fully committed to always try to provide an alternative holiday or route in times of disruption that is out of our control, such as in the event of volcanic ash, disruption to air travel due to heavy snowfall or an airline strike grounding aircraft.

If you have any questions about our ABTA membership or the financial protection provided under our ATOL, please don't hesitate to call us on 020 7290 1104.

Dertour gives you ATOL protection with every flight
Bremen’s 600 year old Town Hall is a UNESCO World Heritage site Enchanting lights and river boats along the River Weser in winter Visitors can interact with 250 innovative exhibits at the Science Museum Touch this famous statue and your wishes will come true… or so it’s said The Christmas market by the historic Town Hall boasts 160 stalls Bremen Freimarkt is Germany’s oldest fair, first held in 1035 Winter magic of the Schlachte-Zauber market by the historic Town Hall

Holidays » Beer Festivals » Freimarkt - Bremen Beer Festival

Freimarkt - Bremen Beer Festival

'Ischa Freimarkt' (It is Freimarkt say the Bremen inhabitants when their 'fifth season' starts in autumn. The Bremen beer festival is the oldest fair in Germany and the biggest festival in the north of the country. The Freimarkt is famous for its late night partying and for its state of the art fairground rides. There is no other fair in Germany that offers such a wide range of fun-rides like the riverside city. Thrill seekers will be delighted and partygoers will find a wide range of lively locations.

Thousands of visitors from all over the world sway in the beer tent, listen to rock and pop music in the Hanseatic tent or meet after 8pm in hall 7 to take part in Bremen's largest party.

Bremen Freimarkt

The Bremen Freimarkt may not be as popular as Munich's Oktoberfest but there is certainly no shortage of fun to be had. The two week fair and folk festival is considered one of Germany's finest beer festivals and one of the country's most historical events

If you are looking for a calmer experience, don't miss a visit to the Bremen market place in the historic city centre. Enjoy the delicious fried pastries, the famous aromatic gingerbread hearts or the bright red toffee apples.

Bremen Beer Festival Dates: 19th October - 4th November 2012

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19 October 2012 - 04 November 2012

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Bremen offers its guests fantastic shopping facilities. There are a plenty of boutiques, fashion shops and department stores in the city centre, which are within a short walking distance from each other. Some fantastic malls are easy to reach from the city centre.

Waterfront (Gröpelingen)

Shopping and leisure complex on the banks of the Weser.

Weserpark Bremen (Osterholz)

The city's largest shopping centre.

From regional cuisine to international delicacies - Bremen is a real paradise of gourmet food. Visitors could find a wide range of restaurants in the historic city centre as well as at the Schlachte waterfront.

Restaurant Alte Gilde

A centrally located cosy restaurant in the Gewerbehaus in the city centre, close to the Schlachte Embankment offering traditional cuisine.

Bremen's Ratskeller

Traditional local and national specialties served in a historic wine cellar in the historic city centre.

Luv Restaurant

This restaurants located at the Schlachte waterfront blends traditional cuisine with modern elements: guests will be served hearty maritime and exotic specialities from the famous German Currywurst to lobster.

Schnoor quarter

Hidden between the Dom and the river you will find Bremen's oldest district, which is a maze of lanes hosting little 15th and 16th century houses.

Bremen town hall and the Roland statue

Don't miss the impressing gothic brick building with its splendid Renaissance façade and Roland statue, which have been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Universum Bremen

The Science Centre near the Bremen University presents science as as thrilling adventure. Vistitors can explore more than 250 exhibits as well as a discovery zone (EntdeckerPark).

Becks and Haake-Beck visitors centre

Learn some interesting facts about Bremen's well known beer brands Beck's and Haake Beck in the museum, raw material store and brewing room, before trying some samples of the delicious beer. (Reservation necessary).

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