House of the Seven Lazy Brothers

The House of the Seven Lazy Brothers, located in Bremen's historic Böttcherstraße, is a fascinating building completed in 1927, inspired by a local legend. Originally designed by architects Eduard Scotland and Alfred Runge for coffee merchant Ludwig Roselius, it served as a hub for his coffee company's advertising and the Deutscher Werkbund association. The building features traditional North German architectural elements and was rebuilt in 1954 after war damage, retaining its original charm. A notable fountain nearby depicts the seven brothers from the legend, symbolizing their transformation from perceived laziness to industriousness. Today, the house houses a tea shop, a toy shop, and a gift shop, making it a delightful stop for tourists and researchers alike.