Bremen Population 2026
Bremen has a population of 546,501, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇩🇪 Germany, located in Bremen. Roughly 0.7% of Germany's population lives here. It is about 6.3× smaller than Berlin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
546,501
Rank in Germany
#11
Coordinates
53.08°N, 8.81°E
~17 m elevation · Europe/Berlin
Distance to capital (Berlin)
315 km
196 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bremen
| City | Population | Rank in Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerhaven | 118,610 | #68 |
Cities near Bremen
- Delmenhorst75,893 people · ~12 km away
- Oldenburg159,218 people · ~40 km away
- Bremerhaven118,610 people · ~55 km away
- Wilhelmshaven84,393 people · ~70 km away
- Wedel34,912 people · ~82 km away
- Minden82,879 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bremen?
Bremen has a population of 546,501 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Germany.
What region is Bremen in?
Bremen is located in Bremen, Germany.
Is Bremen the capital of Germany?
No, the capital of Germany is Berlin, about 315 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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