Shops open on Sunday in Bremerhaven: Shopping for Climate Day!

Shops open on Sunday in Bremerhaven: Shopping for Climate Day!

A special event is just around the corner in Bremerhaven. The shops will be open next Sunday, September 14th, 2025 - this fits in perfectly with Energy and Climate City Day, which attracts with lots of promotions and information. It is one of four Sundays open for shopping that the city can offer in 2025, as Bremen allows a total of four such Sundays per year, with the only exceptions being public holidays such as Easter and Pentecost Sunday as well as the Sunday of the Dead and Remembrance Day. The weather on Sunday could be a bit changeable: light rain is forecast, but temperatures will rise to up to 18°C, which should enable visitors to enjoy the fresh air and shopping.

But that's not all! The next shopping Sundays that Bremerhaven residents can look forward to have already been determined. The wine festival will be celebrated in the city center on September 21st, followed by the autumn festival in Geestemünde on September 28th. On November 2nd, citizens can expect the farmers' market in the fishing port and on Bohmsinsel, while the lantern festival on November 9th brings the season to a fitting close. On these days, the Columbus Shopping Center and the My Outlet & Shopping Center will also be open from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., so shoppers can get their money's worth. The markets in particular create an atmospheric atmosphere and contribute to the revitalization of the city center.

The regulations for Sunday opening in Germany

The legal regulations regarding Sunday shopping in Germany are clearly defined. These regulations ensure that shops are generally closed on Sundays, but allow exceptions for special occasions such as markets or festivals. A law that declared Sunday a day off dates back to the Empire. Sunday work was restricted as early as the 19th century and the Shop Closing Act of 1900 established Sunday as a day of rest. It is also interesting to know that employees may be employed on a maximum of 22 Sundays and public holidays and that daily working hours on Sundays are limited to 8 hours. Stricter regulations also apply to young people who want to preserve original relaxation times.

The discussion about Sunday opening is by no means new. While some voices call for greater business flexibility to secure economic benefits, there are also strong arguments for preserving traditional leisure activities on Sundays and public holidays. A colorful picture emerges in Europe: countries like Poland are open on Sundays, while in Italy shops mostly remain closed, although exceptions apply during the run-up to Christmas.

In any case, an exciting weekend is coming up for Bremerhaven! Whether for a leisurely stroll through the city or to take advantage of special offers in the shops - the opportunity to go shopping on Sunday is appreciated by many and helps to stimulate trade. Further information about upcoming dates can be found on the website News.de, Offline Shopping and the legal framework on Fachanwalt.de.