Lively town on the Weser:
Cigar maker's parlor, windmill, Clüverhaus, the Weser - Achim is multifaceted. Tradition and progress, culture and modernity merge here. Achim near Bremen in the district of Verden is a town that invites you to linger and explore.
The town of Achim is located in the heart of Lower Saxony and belongs to the district of Verden. The Weser town with the zip code 28832 offers its approximately 32,000 inhabitants a perfect blend of rural charm and urban infrastructure.
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Bordering directly on Bremen, Achim benefits from its proximity to the Hanseatic city. The landscape is characterized by the Weser, which flows along the southern city limits.
The town of Achim is divided into the following districts:
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The St. Laurentius church, which according to current knowledge dates back to the 11th century, bears witness to the long Christian tradition.
The town of Achim looks back on a vibrant history. The Weser has shaped the Life the people in the municipality for centuries. The first settlements here date back to the Neolithic Age. The present-day district of Baden was mentioned in documents as early as 1013, Bierden in 1059 and Achim as Acheim or Arahem (Old High German for "settlement by the water") for the first time in 1091. Over the centuries, Achim developed into an important trading center on the Weser at the gates of the Hanseatic city of Bremen.
Achim developed from a rural settlement into a modern small town. The economic boom in the post-war period and the granting of the town charter are considered important milestones in the town's history.
Today, the town of Achim presents itself as an attractive residential and business location with a high quality of life. The wide range of cultural and leisure activities, the good transport links and the proximity to Bremen make Achim a popular place to live for young and old.
The cultural heritage of the region is reflected in a number of well-preserved historical buildings. The St. Laurentius church, which according to current knowledge dates back to the 11th century, bears witness to the long Christian tradition. The Clüverhaus, a typical Lower Saxon two-storey half-timbered farmhouse, was built in 1824, as the beam above the "Grootdöör" indicates. The house provides space for the art association and the town library. The downstairs rooms house the inclusive café of the Waldheim Werkstätten, a charitable institution for people with disabilities.
Tradition is cultivated in Achim. The annual shooting festival and the winter Christmas market attract many guests every year. This keeps the history of the town of Achim alive and passes it on to future generations.
The municipal library in Achim is a lively meeting place for inquisitive minds and reading enthusiasts. An extensive collection offers reading material for every taste. Informative non-fiction books and exciting novels can be found together on the shelves, so that no reading wish remains unfulfilled.
Digital media are also available here. Magazines, audio books and e-books can be conveniently borrowed. Over 60,000 media items can also be accessed online.
Regular events are organized for all interested parties, including
The Achim City Library is barrier-free and offers free WLAN. An ideal place to study or work in peace. With its commitment to education and culture, the library enriches Life in the town of Achim.
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Thanks to its proximity and well-developed transport links to major cities such as Bremen and Hamburg, Achim offers ideal conditions for economic settlement and innovation. Several international companies have settled in Achim, including Amazon, Coca-Cola and Vitakraft, but the town is also home to numerous medium-sized companies. The companies are located in the Achim-Ost industrial estate as well as in Bierdener Mehren, Baden, Uesen, Uphuser Mehren, An der Eisenbahn, Bremer Kreuz, Bremer Straße and the Desma Technology Park.
Unternehmergemeinschaft Achim e.V. is a network of more than 100 companies in the region from all sectors. They stand for and promote an attractive town center in competition with markets in the surrounding area.
The town of Achim is planning further investment in infrastructure in the coming years. The focus will be on expanding the broadband network and modernizing commercial areas. These measures are intended to further increase the attractiveness of Achim as a business location.
Achim has good and varied transport connections. Locals and guests have a choice of different ways to get around: Citizens' buses and regular bus services operate within the town, and there are rail connections to the north and south of Germany at the local train station. The convenient location to the A 27 and A 1 highway junctions and the B 6 federal highway makes Achim a desirable place to live.
Achim has several historical and cultural sights. The St. Laurentius Church, whose origins date back to the 11th century, bears witness to the town's long Christian tradition. The Clüverhaus, a Lower Saxon two-storey half-timbered farmhouse built in 1824, is now home to the art association and the town library. The Weser also shapes the townscape and invites you to take a stroll along the banks.
Achim offers a wide range of leisure activities. There is an outdoor and indoor swimming pool for swimming enthusiasts. The Weser invites you to take a boat trip, for example with the passenger ships of the "Flotte Weser". There are also well-developed cycling and hiking trails, such as the Weser Cycle Path or the tour "In the footsteps of the Town Musicians". The Generation Park at the old town hall is a popular meeting place for sports, games and relaxing walks.
Achim hosts numerous events that Life cultural Life . These include the Maypole Festival, the Summertime events in July, the Achim Children's Festival, the City Festival, the Garden Culture Music Festival, the Wine and Winegrowers' Festival, the Boxenstopp, and the Christmas Market. Current event information can be found in the Achim City Event Calendar.
Achim has excellent transport connections. Its proximity to the Hanseatic city of Bremen means that it can be reached quickly both by car and by public transport. Achim is also located directly on the Weser, which offers additional opportunities for water transportation.
With 124 beds, six specialist departments and around 20,000 patients a year, the hospital is an important part of healthcare provision for Achim and the surrounding area. Around 800 employees provide professional care and ensure the well-being of the patients.
The culinary side of Achim has a lot to offer: Discover the best restaurants in Achim with us and enjoy regional specialties and local, Mediterranean and Oriental cuisine in a special ambience. We have put together a selection.
Achim invites you to store and stroll around. The range is extensive and offers everything for daily needs or special requirements: From bridal fashion to equestrian sports and oriental supermarkets to bookshops - you can find something in almost every area here.
The town of Achim has a wide range of options to enable young people to successfully complete their education. From elementary school and special schools to modern grammar schools, there is a suitable institution for everyone.
Achim offers a varied calendar of events throughout the year. Whether it's lectures at the KASCH, wine tasting at the Winzerfest, a round of 18-hole golf on the golf course or soccer against the neighboring club. The town's sights and cafés also invite you to discover them on longer walks.
