Bremen’s refugee center gets a modern upgrade with long-term lease security
Bremen has completed a major renovation of its initial reception facility for refugees in Vegesack. The updated building now offers improved living conditions and modern infrastructure. At the same time, the city has extended its lease on the site for another decade.
The renovation work at the former volcanic administration building has transformed the facility from top to bottom. Originally, the ground floor was the only area in use, but upgrades now span up to the fourth floor. The rooms in wing A, previously open-top cabins, have been converted into fully enclosed spaces with ceiling-height walls. Most of these are now single or double rooms, though larger units for five to eight people are also available. Families can also combine multiple rooms if needed.
Bathroom areas were kept unchanged during the project. However, new electrical systems, ventilation technology, and an electronic locking system have been installed throughout the building. Despite the improvements, the total capacity has dropped from 750 to a maximum of 650 places due to a revised room layout and extra office spaces.
The city has also secured the building's future by extending its lease early, locking in the site until 2036. This comes as Bremen continues to support a growing number of refugees and asylum seekers. In 2023 alone, the city accommodated 5,600 people, including nearly 3,000 asylum seekers and 2,200 war refugees from Ukraine.
Wing A of the Vegesack facility is set to reopen in the coming weeks, ready to house refugees once again. The updated building provides more structured living spaces and modern amenities. With the lease now secured until 2036, Bremen ensures long-term stability for refugee accommodation in the city.
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