BV 2 Vegesack
Set sail on a voyage through history
Did you know?
Originally launched as a herring logger in 1895, the Vegesack has since transformed into a mobile monument protected as a cultural heritage site since 2018.
Quick Facts
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Guided Story
Can you hear the gentle creaking of ropes and the soft lapping of waves against the hull? That's the sound of history. The BV 2 Vegesack isn't just a ship, it's a living relic from an era when herring luggers roamed the North Sea. Imagine the sailors working on this deck, feeling the salty breeze on their faces. Look up at the towering masts that once held mighty sails. Built in 1895 at the renowned Bremer Vulkan shipyard, this iron beauty has stories to tell. Behind you, the Old Packhouse also speaks of the city's rich maritime heritage. Walking along the Weser here is like stepping back into a time long gone.
