Vegesacker Pappbootregatta
Self-built paper boats race at the Museumshaven
About Pappbootregatta
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Those who can swim may start
The Vegesacker Pappbootregatta is one of the most original folk festivals in the north of Bremen: self-built boats – exclusively from paper and newspaper – compete against each other in races at the Vegesack Museumshaven. The organizers' motto says it all: Those who can swim may start. It's less about high-tech and more about ingenuity, team spirit, and a healthy dose of courage, as not every boat survives the run dry.
Starts are in two categories: creativity and speed. Companies, youth groups, circles of friends, and individual starters build their paper boats in a few weeks and send them onto the water of the historic Museumshaven. Maritime flair, music, and culinary offerings create a convivial family festival.
Maritime Mile on the following day
The regatta is embedded in a larger maritime weekend. On the following day, the Maritime Mile along the Weser promenade invites you to a maritime breakfast, guided tours of the city garden, art exhibitions, and a wide range of culinary offerings – from classic bratwurst to fish to cake. Thus, the sporting fun of the regatta is combined with a relaxed stroll through maritime Vegesack.
Experience Vegesack maritimately
The Vegesack Museumshaven with its historic ships is the perfect backdrop for this unusual race. Anyone who wants to get to know the north of Bremen from its maritime, hands-on side will find it here.
Pappbootregatta — edition 2026
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, starting at 12 PM, self-built boats made of paper and newspaper will compete in races for the 13th time at the Vegesack Museumshaven. The motto for this edition is 'Phenomenal'. Starts will be in the categories of creativity and speed, with only about 20 starting places available. Maritime flair, music, and culinary offerings accompany the race. On Sunday, May 17, the Maritime Mile invites you from 11 AM for a maritime breakfast on the Weser promenade, guided tours of the city garden, art exhibitions, and a wide range of culinary offerings.
Programme Pappbootregatta 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Pappbootregatta at Vegesack Museumshaven
Motto of the 13th edition: "Phenomenal". Self-built boats made of paper and newspaper compete in the categories of creativity and speed. Only about 20 starting places – registration required.
- from 12:00 PM — Interactive stations, exhibitions, and open ship tours at the Museumshaven
- 2:00 PM — Official opening ceremony
- 3:00 PM — Start of the first paper boat race
- 5:30 PM — Award ceremony for the creativity and speed categories
- 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM — DJ music with Locki & Hannes at the harbor
Sunday, May 17, 2026 – Maritime Mile
- from 11:00 AM — Maritime breakfast on the Weser promenade
- Presentation of sailing teams and harbor tours
- Guided tours of the city garden, art exhibitions
- 12:30 PM — Cutter pulling (competition)
- Wide range of culinary offerings along the Maritime Mile
Registration & Helpers
Team registration via Microsoft Forms; team profiles by email to Birgit Benke. Sponsor deadline: February 4, 2026. Helper meeting: April 10, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the Nautilus House. Contact: [email protected], Tel. 0160-842 9956.
Note 2026: MTV Nautilus must plan infrastructure, music, and catering stands independently this year – a special challenge for the volunteer-run festival.
Highlights Pappbootregatta 2026
- 13th edition under the motto "Phenomenal"
- First race at 3 PM, opening at 2 PM, award ceremony at 5:30 PM
- Creativity and speed categories – only about 20 starting places
- DJ party with Locki & Hannes from 6:30 PM
- Maritime Mile on Sunday with breakfast, guided tours, art, and cutter pulling at 12:30 PM
Prices Pappbootregatta 2026
Practical information — Pappbootregatta
Getting there
Vegesack is easily accessible by Regio-S-Bahn (Bremen-Vegesack station) and bus. The Museumshaven is within walking distance of the train station and the Weser promenade.
Admission
Entry to the festival is free.
Participation
Only about 20 starting places available. Written registration of teams usually required by mid-January. Contact: [email protected], Phone 0160 8429956.
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Where it takes place Pappbootregatta
Museumshaven Vegesack
Museumshaven Vegesack, 28757 Bremen