Daily Chiming Resumes on Bremen's Sögestraße, Deep in its Streets Once More
Restored Carillon in Sögestraße Celebrates "Herdsman with Pigs" 50th Birthday
Bremen, Germany - A significant moment in the city's history took place on September 13th, 20XX, as the carillon in Sögestraße 70 was activated once again after a 30-year hiatus. This musical instrument, a testament to Bremen's rich tradition of public bell music, now joins the carillon in Böttcherstraße as a symbol of the city's cultural heritage.
The carillon in Sögestraße, installed in a tower or at a significant building near address 70, has been a part of the city's urban landscape for many years. Its bells, played via a mechanical or manual keyboard, contribute to the city's rich tradition of musical automata and public bell music, often playing at certain times of day to mark the hours or special events.
The "Herdsman with Pigs" sculpture, located in Sögestraße, has been a popular photo opportunity for tourists for generations. This bronze statue, representing the historical practice of driving pigs to market in the Middle Ages, symbolises the area's rich history and adds to its appeal as a tourist destination.
The restoration process, which took approximately one year and cost around 10,000 euros, was supported by various parties, including KSM Immobilien GmbH, the owner of Sögestraße 70, Mrs. Keunecke, Hoefert Elektro, the local office (Beirat Mitte), the trade supervision, the state office for monument protection, and the Senator for Building, Mobility and Urban Development.
The activation of the carillon was a celebratory event, marking the 50th birthday of the "Herdsman with Pigs" sculpture. Real estate entrepreneur Marco Bremermann spoke opening words about the historical significance of the occasion. Oliver Rau, director of marketing and tourism at WFB, highlighted the sculpture's importance as a tourist attraction, drawing visitors from around the world to Sögestraße.
The carillon in Sögestraße 70 will ring daily from 12:00 noon every half hour until 8:00 PM, adding a musical touch to the city's pedestrian area known for shopping, street life, and historical architecture.
Bremen's carillons, including those in Sögestraße and Böttcherstraße, serve both cultural and decorative purposes, preserving the city's musical heritage and enhancing the urban experience. If you're visiting Bremen, checking local event guides or tourist information can provide the exact times these carillons play.
For more information about the carillon in Sögestraße, please see the provided link. The restoration of the carillon was mainly carried out by the Herford Electric Motor Works and Glockenläute- und Turmuhren-Systeme Gravermann. The revival of the carillon was made possible by the Initiative CS City-Service GmbH, BID Sögestraße, Senator for Economy, Harbors and Transformation, among others.
The restoration of the carillon in Sögestraße, a significant part of Bremen's urban landscape, was completed, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the "Herdsman with Pigs" bronze sculpture located nearby. This enhancement of the home-and-garden area around Sögestraße 70, where the carillon is installed, aims to elevate the lifestyle experience for both locals and tourists visiting Bremen.
