Bremen

As of June 2026, Bremen, Bremerhaven, Oldenburg have 1,014 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bremen generates €18K per year. High-performing properties earn €39K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. Declining supply paired with growing revenue suggests improving unit economics, though the 42% occupancy rate and wide performance gap indicate significant differentiation between properties—some are capturing disproportionate demand while others struggle for bookings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bremen. Average annual revenue is €18K with 42% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €39K/year. Declining supply paired with revenue growth suggests tightening market conditions, though the doubling of revenue between average and high performers indicates significant performance variability despite relatively stable overall market dynamics.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bremen is 42%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €115, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €34 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bremen, with annual revenue of €36K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bremen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bremen area. Bremen: Moderate. Registration required, no commercial STR in residential zones without permit. Moderate enforcement with some illegal listings. Bremerhaven: Lenient. General commercial registration needed, minimal specific STR rules. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Oldenburg: Moderate. Registration and permit required for frequent rentals, residential use priority enforced. Moderate enforcement, some illegal operations exist. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bremen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply. The significant gap between high ($39,104) and average ($18,368) revenue suggests a bifurcated market where top-performing properties command premium economics, while the 42% occupancy rate indicates substantial untapped capacity for well-positioned listings.

Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -20% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (July-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bremen listings include: Kitchen (94%), Tv (85%), Heating (80%), Washing Machine (63%), Parking (51%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Tv, Washing Machine, Internet, with Tv properties earning approximately 21% more (€25K/year vs €21K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bremen over the last 12 months: May: €928, June: €902, July: €917, August: €1K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €1K, December: €1K, January: €728, February: €752, March: €931, April: €1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Bremen is €115, up 38% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €97/night, 2-bedroom properties average €130/night, 3-bedroom properties average €152/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €231/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Bremen book an average of 29 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 32 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bremen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing increased 11%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 38%, and lead time decreased 27%. The combination of shrinking supply with falling occupancy suggests demand is contracting faster than hosts are exiting, intensifying competition despite rate increases. The wide gap between average ($18,368) and top-performing listings ($39,104) indicates significant performance stratification in the market.

In Bremen, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 15% higher occupancy than weekdays.