SV Werder Bremen Matchday Guide

Warmth, loyalty and a city fully behind its team. Werder’s support is deeply woven into Bremen — there are, as locals say, hardly any residents who don’t cheer the club on at the weekend — and the Ostkurve behind one goal drives an atmosphere that belies the ground’s modest size. Four striking floodlight masts frame the riverside setting, and the stands sit close to the pitch. This is a club with a glorious past — four German titles and the 2004 double among them — that has weathered harder times of late, which only seems to deepen the bond between team and terraces. Expect a passionate, community-rooted matchday in one of the Bundesliga’s most atmospheric and scenic grounds.

Getting there is a pleasure. The Weserstadion sits just 2km south of the centre on the bank of the Weser, and tram lines 1 and 8 stop right in front of the main entrance, about 15 minutes from Bremen Hauptbahnhof, with extra trams laid on after the final whistle. Better still, you can walk it — a short, beautiful stroll along the river from the city centre — or, most memorably of all, arrive by boat: the stadium has its own ferry terminal, with services running along the Weser on matchdays. Your match ticket includes free public transport. Note there’s no matchday parking at the ground itself (use the park-and-ride). Our getting around Bremen guide has the tram and ferry details.

Bremen is a gem of a Hanseatic city, and the pre-match rewards an early start. The Schlachte, the riverside promenade, is lined with bars and restaurants and makes a natural gathering point before the walk or tram to the ground. The medieval Schnoor quarter and the grand Markt square, with its UNESCO-listed Rathaus and the famous Bremen Town Musicians statue, are all worth seeing. Green and white fills every corner of the city on matchday. For something local, try a north-German beer and hearty fare before heading down the river. Our Bremen sports bars guide points you to the best spots along the Schlachte and in the old town.

Payment is cashless, and beer is served in the stands as at any German ground. The Weserstadion is modern and comfortable following its 2008–11 rebuild, but its defining feature is that solar skin — the entire exterior and roof are covered in photovoltaic panels, a striking statement of the club’s green identity in more ways than one. The riverside setting and four floodlight masts give it a distinctive character. The Ostkurve holds the loudest home support; away fans go in the upper tier of the West Stand. For atmosphere, aim for the east end; for the view, the long sides. There’s a Werder Museum and stadium tour for non-matchdays.

Werder’s devoted following means strong demand, though tickets for mid-table league games are often attainable, particularly for non-members once the priority phases pass. They’re sold through the official club website, which requires registration; there’s a four-ticket limit per buyer. The visits of Bayern and Dortmund draw the biggest crowds and sell fastest, so plan those ahead. The away allocation sits in the second tier of the West Stand. Entry is by digital ticket. Our Werder Bremen tickets guide walks through the official sale and registration.

The riverside location makes for a lovely end to the day — the walk back along the Weser into the centre, or the tram with its extra post-match services, clears the crowd easily, and there’s the ferry option too. Bremen then offers a relaxed, characterful evening: the Schlachte promenade, the Schnoor’s tiny alleys and the bars of the alternative Neustadt across the river all carry the night on. The city’s Hanseatic charm rewards a longer stay. If you’re staying over, a base near the old town or the river keeps you close to everything; our Bremen hotels guide covers the best-placed options.

Walk along the Weser — the riverside stroll from the centre to the ground is one of the nicest approaches in the Bundesliga.

Or arrive by ferry — the stadium has its own boat terminal, a memorable way to reach a game.

Start on the Schlachte — the riverside promenade is the natural pre-match gathering point.

Head for the Ostkurve — the east end behind the goal is the heart of the home support.

Register early online — the official ticket site needs registration, so set it up before tickets go on sale.

See the old town — the Markt, Rathaus and Schnoor quarter make Bremen well worth arriving early for.

Facts verified July 2026. Capacities and ticketing can change between seasons — confirm the latest details on the official SV Werder Bremen website before you travel.