Bremerhaven Population 2026
Bremerhaven has a population of 118,610, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇩🇪 Germany, located in Bremen. Roughly 0.1% of Germany's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Berlin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,610
Rank in Germany
#68
Coordinates
53.55°N, 8.58°E
~2 m elevation · Europe/Berlin
Distance to capital (Berlin)
343 km
213 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bremen
| City | Population | Rank in Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Bremen | 546,501 | #11 |
Cities near Bremerhaven
- Wilhelmshaven84,393 people · ~31 km away
- Oldenburg159,218 people · ~52 km away
- Bremen546,501 people · ~55 km away
- Delmenhorst75,893 people · ~56 km away
- Wedel34,912 people · ~74 km away
- Itzehoe33,047 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bremerhaven?
Bremerhaven has a population of 118,610 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Germany.
What region is Bremerhaven in?
Bremerhaven is located in Bremen, Germany.
Is Bremerhaven the capital of Germany?
No, the capital of Germany is Berlin, about 343 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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