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The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour: A Deep Dive into Cologne's Beer Culture
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58 Ratings
Köln
Immerse yourself in Cologne's beer culture with the Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour. Discover the secrets behind Kölsch beer and the vibrant city that created it.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Heumarkt - The meeting point of our tour where will conduct some brief introductions of Cologne in one of the main squares of our city!
- An der Malzmühle - We’ll begin our journey into beer tasting here with our first Kölsch of the evening, learning about the traditions of Cologne’s beers and the rules associated with drinking it. We’ll also learn about more about the famous brewery where the Mühlen Kölsch is brewed and which famous American became part of its story.
- Gross St. Martin - A brief look at one of the most important Churches on Cologne’s skyline.
- Peters Brauhaus - At Peters Brauhaus, you’ll discover our arch-rival in brewing tradition (and more), learn about those caretakers of our beer and their unique mindsets, and sample our second included Kölsch of the evening.
- Alter Markt - It would be a wasted trip to Cologne’s Old Town if we didn’t explore a little of its bizarre and interesting history. We’ll tell a few anecdotes about the past of Cologne to give you a better feel of how we are (and always have been) as a city.
- Bierhaus en d’r Salzgass - Our last stop of the evening, at this bierhaus, we will drink our last Kölsch of the night (or the first of many at our last brewery). Following a tasting of the Päffgen Kölsch, we’ll decide our favorites and learn about the folk hero of beer that oversees the bar.
- FRÜH am Dom, die FRÜH Lounge - Learning about where to drink and how much to pay is essential to understanding Kölsch. While experiencing the largest brewery in Cologne’s Altstadt, we’ll do just that and of course have the chance to sample a Kölsch.
- Brauhaus Sünner im Walfisch - On our second stop of the evening, you’ll have the chance to sample what by many is considered the oldest Kölsch in Cologne. Here we’ll learn about the strict brewing process that created our beer, the regulations it still must follow and follow the debate over who is allowed to even brew a Kölsch in the first place.
What's Included
- Kölsch tasting experience at three breweries
Additional Information
Join a unique journey into the heart of Cologne’s Kölsch culture with our engaging tour. Led by our passionate guides who themselves are Kölsch enthusiasts, you’ll explore not only the distinctive Kölsch beer but also uncover the essence of Cologne’s vibrant spirit, revealing the inseparable interplay between our beer and citizens.
Through the Legendary Kölsch Tour, you’ll savor the finest of our brews, relish our tales and meet the individuals who made it all happen.
- Not suitable for guests under 18 years old.
Location
Brauerei zur Malzmühle
Heumarkt
We are currently meeting directly outside our first brewery stop, Brauerei zue Malzmühle
Normally we meet at the Equestrian Statue of Friedrich Wilhelm III, the big horse statue in the square.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Philf1874
Jun 18, 2024
Fun tour - Fun tour finding out about the breweries & sampling the beers.
Katie our guide was very knowledgeable and her bubbly character made it a very fun way to spend a few hours
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Mary_m
Jun 5, 2024
Relaxing way to learn a little history and enjoy the afternoon with friends - Our family had a great time! We got to see different parts of the city and learn about the beer and history of it, and have some great drinks!
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Diane_m
Jun 2, 2024
Great guide; fun tour - Izzy was a great tour guide. It was fun to visit the brewhouses with a small group of other people and feel a part of Cologne culture.
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La
Jun 1, 2024
Unique experience - Andrea taught us very interesting facts about the city and the customs surrounding beer. Highly recommended for beer lovers
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Chris982
May 27, 2024
See Everything Kölsch - A great tour to see everything Kölsch. Marcel is a fantastic guide, fun and entertaining. It is a great way to see the best parts of Köln.
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Brian_s
May 25, 2024
Fun and interesting - We had a very small group comprised of just my wife and I and another couple from southern Germany (who happened to speak English). Mike our tour guide was very personable and very knowledgeable about the history of the beer etc.
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Thelma_w
May 12, 2024
Fun time - Izzy was a great tour guide very knowledgeable about the beers. The tour was very fun and the bars hosting were nice and accommodating
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S8029exdarrenb
May 6, 2024
5 stars - Amazing tour! Thank you Marcel, all locations were well worth visiting and we got a comprehensive story for each location. Well worth booking
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Richard_g
May 5, 2024
Excellent Kölsch tour - It was so great to learn about the Kölsch culture in Cologne, and Andrea was such a fun and informative tour guide! 10/10 - I would recommend this tour to any traveler or beer enthusiast!
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Bregtvn
Jun 1, 2024
Great tour - Great guide, nice atmosphere. Andrea showed us all the great spots for great kolsh! Also did she share some interesting historical facts which were really humorous.
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