Fairy Tale Trail Hamelin Beyond

25 Aug 2026 – 31 Aug 2026 · by gandara

Destinations

Hamelin, Germany

Famous as the town of the Pied Piper legend, Hamelin's charming old town features stunning Weser Renaissance architecture along Osterstraße. Don't miss the Rattenfängerhaus (Rat Catcher's House) and try local Rattenkuchen pastries. The open-air Pied Piper show runs every Sunday from May to September in front of the Wedding House.
Hanover, Germany

Just 45 minutes from Hamelin, Hanover is a lively city with the stunning Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen and a beautifully reconstructed old town. Stroll through the Linden neighbourhood for great cafes and local restaurants. The city also boasts excellent museums including the Sprengel Museum of modern art.
Bremen, Germany

Another Brothers Grimm fairy tale city, Bremen is home to the famous Town Musicians statue and a beautifully preserved medieval market square. Explore the atmospheric Böttcherstraße and the quirky Schnoor quarter for independent shops and cafes. Try a local Knipp (a traditional Bremen meat dish) at one of the historic taverns.