The Knoops Park is a magnificent 19th-century garden in the north of Bremen. The park's is mostly famous for its sensory garden, which gives people with impaired vision the chance to enjoy the natural world in an approachable and accessible way. In summer, the Knoops Park hosts a series of classical concerts as part of the 'Summer in Lesmona' music festival.

Founded more than 150 years ago, the Bürgerpark has more than enough space for people to relax or take part in sport. There's any number of ways of keeping active here – running, cycling, rowing on the lakes or playing mini golf. Children can let off steam in the many playgrounds or visit their furry friends (goats, sheep and guinea pigs) in the open air animal enclosures. The grassy meadows are the perfect place to have a picnic. Alternatively, there's a great selection of refreshments available at any of the park's four restaurants. The municipal forest is located right next to the Bürgerpark. Its lake (also known as the Unisee (university lake)) is a wonderful place for swimming in summertime.

Art is a way of life in the village of Worpswede, which lies approximately 30 kilometres outside Bremen. This modest village in the region of Teufelsmoor, is home to art museums, and many of its inhabitants are involved in the creative arts. You can reach Worpswede by car, by train train or by boat from the Vegesack district.