franziskaner brewery tour munich

Spaten is one of Munich's six major beer brands. Its beer brewing history dates back to 1397 when a brewer named Hans Welser set up a small brewery in central Munich, originally named Welser Prew.

The ownership of the brewery changed hands many times until 1807 when the royal Hofbräu brewmaster, Gabriel Sedlmayr, took over the brewery which had by then changed name to Spatenbräu. At this time it was Munich's smallest brewery. The still today used logo with a spade symbolising a malt shovel bears Gabriel Sedlmayr's initials. Sedlmayr's sons continued to run the business and in 1867 Spaten became the largest brewery in Munich, as then measured by malt use.

In 1872, Spaten made history by introducing an amber coloured Vienna style beer at Munich's Oktoberfest, named Märzenbier. The Märzenbier became an instant success when it was first sold in the Schottenhamel Festzelt as the usual beer had sold out. The popular Märzenbier became known as Oktoberfestbier and eventually changed to the pale golden and slightly stronger Helles (lager) which is still today sold during the Oktoberfest.

In 1922, Spaten and Franziskaner unified into one company, named Spaten-Franziskaner-Leistbräu AG. In 1972, the company issued public stock for the first time. In 1997 Spaten-Franziskaner-Leistbräu and Löwenbräu merged. In 2004 the group became part of Interbrew, the German subsidiary of the Belgian-Brazilian brewery InBev which by volume is the world's largest beer producer.

Spaten brands include Spaten Münchner Hell, Spaten Oktoberfestbier and Spaten Pils.

Spaten beer is available in the following beer gardens:

• Franziskaner Garten
• Gasthof Feringasee
• Landgasthof Langwied
• Sankt Emmeramsmühle
• See-Biergarten Lerchenau
• Viktualienmarkt
• Waldwirtschaft Großhesselohe
• Wirtshaus Zamdorfer

At the Oktoberfest, Spaten is sold in Schottenhamel , Ochsenbraterei , Hippodrom and Glöcke Wirt .

The original Spaten brewery in Munich Germany offers pre-arranged tours of its beer making facilities including beer tasting, catering and a documentary film. For bookings, contact Ms Sabine Basmann via +49-(0)89 / 52 00-22 45 or email [email protected] . Further information at www.abinbev-regional.de/BRAUEREIBESICHTIGUNG/spaten (in German language).

Alternatively, a tour can be arranged via the Munich beer tour company Sightseeing Biertour München . Phone +49-(0)89 / 55 07 9000 or email [email protected] . Further information at www.beertour-munich.com .

Contact information

Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu GmbH Marsstrasse 46-48 80335 Munich Germany

Tel: +49 (0)89 52 00-22 45 Website: http://www.abinbev-regional.de/SPATEN / spatenbrau.com

Additional information

• Spaten Brewery history
• http://www.steincollectors.org/library/articles/Hupp/Spaten.html
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/InBev_brands
• http://www.bierspot.de/bierlexikon/biersorten/maerzen_maerzenbier_20.html
• http://www.kleine-wiesnzelte.de/kleine-wiesnzelte/bayerische-spezialitaeten-haxn-wuerstl/gloeckle-wirt.html
• https://www.facebook.com/DrinkSpaten

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Munich’s Best Breweries, Beer, and Beer Culture: Ultimate Guide for Beer Lovers

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With nearly 1,000 years of brewing tradition in Bavaria, the brewers in and around Munich have fine-tuned their craft and growing a global reputation. In fact, 6 million people come from 40 countries around the world just to attend Oktoberfest. Alongside Munich’s major breweries and despite Germany’s strict purity laws, craft breweries are starting to emerge in Munich, bringing fresh flavors to the beer scene here in Munich. We’ll begin by exploring some of the history, culture, and traditions of Bavaria’s relationship with beer, including some facts and prices. Then I’ll profile the six biggest breweries in Munich – known as the “The Big 6”, help you plan the best brewery tours, day trips, and beer-related activities, and finally uncover emerging craft beers.

A Brief History of Beer in Munich

The Munich area is home to the world’s oldest brewery still in action, dating back to 700 AD. So, it is safe to say that Munich’s beer history is long and embedded in their culture. But, to make a long story short-ish, most breweries in Munich have religious roots. Monks living in monasteries were the first brew masters. Churches would use beer as incentives to encourage people to attend church, with many German receiving free beer on Sunday and other religious events. Religious roots still exist today, and Starbierfest is an event during lent to drink strong Doppel beer during the fasting period.

It wasn’t long before the royalty got involved in the profitable beer industry, and beer was soon taxed to provide income for the royal families and government. Production quickly spread to prominent families that owned restaurants, and the brewing industry boomed.

The Purity Law

Along with it, many laws and regulations began to govern brewing. In 1516 a law was passed that beer must be made with only barley, hops, water (yeast was later added), or it could not be called beer. This law still exists today here in Germany. If any additional ingredients are used in the brewing process, such as orange, sugar, or chocolate, it can not legally be called beer. If you’re thinking about some of those German craft beers you’ve tried and are confused, brewers can use the official name for the brew, such as IPA, Stout, etc., but it can’t be called beer.This ensures the highest quality of beer is being produced in Munich.

Beer Gardens

In the 1500s, a law was passed that beer could not be brewed in the summer months as lack of refrigeration reduced the quality of beer made in the summer. Legally beer was only brewed from the end of September to the end of April using a bottom-fermenting technique with yeast capable of fermenting in cold temperatures. This practice was called lagern, which is why bottom-fermented beers are called lagers.

Brewers needed a place to store their beer in a cool area during the summer months, so they dug out cellars and planted chestnut trees above the area to keep the beer below cool. They used this outdoor space to sell beer, and thus the beer garden was born! Many restaurants complained the breweries were putting them out of business, so a law was passed that people were able to bring their own food to beer gardens, which is still encouraged today.

World War II

Munich’s beer history even plays a prominent role in WWII history. Hitler’s famous Beer Hall Putsch happened in Munich, as he attempted to take over the Bavarian government and occupied a local beer hall the Bürgerbräukeller. Hilter also often met with his closest Nazi allies in the historic Hofbräuhaus, which still stands today. However, after the war, Munich’s booming beer industry crashed, with many breweries closing their doors causing international exports to decline as the economy struggled.

Munich’s beer scene was able to recover and now generates billions of Euros to the Munich and German economy. Oktoberfest alone generates around 1.2 billion in two weeks. Many of Munich’s elite families developed their status thanks for their involvement in the beer industry from owning Oktoberfest tents, operating breweries, or owning a Keller serving beer from one of Munich’s six most famous breweries.

Beer Etiquette & Traditions

Say “prost”.

When cheersing in Munich, you must tap beer glasses with everyone individually at your table – and while making eye contact, say, “Prost!” (Pro sst). Germans rarely make eye contact, but this is a crucial part of drinking beer. No one really knows why you make eye contact, but everyone will tell you that if you don’t, you will have 7 years of bad sex. Typically you should wait for everyone to have a beer before clinking glasses and saying prost.

Stay Friendly

A lot of cultures associate drinking with violence, however here in Munich, drinking and beer culture are associated with comradery. So, make sure you stay in control, make friends, and keep those firsts down.

If you’re attending any of Munich’s beer festivals or events such as Frülingsfest, Oktoberfest, Starkbierfest, or traditional Volksfests dress up! It is common for people in Munich to wear their Tract, also known as Dirndls for women, and Lederhosen for men. You can even get away with wearing Tract to beer gardens, or beer halls any time of the year. You will be the odd one out if you don’t dress up at a larger event, so budget some time for shopping after you arrive in Munich for an event.

Pfand & Cost of Beer

Most beer gardens charge a high price or pfand. At any of the beer gardens in Munich where you take the glass away from the ordering counter the pfand can be between 2-5 Euro. Don’t panic, you get it money back as long as you hang onto the coin and return it along with the beer stein at a kiosk. At a kiosk, beer costs about 1.50-2.50. At restaurants, beer costs about 4-5 Euro. At beer gardens with the pfand, it can be between 8 – 10 Euro. Oktoberfest beers cost a whopping 13 Euro and there is no pfand, on top of that it is customary to tip your server at the event. 

The Right Pour

Pouring beer is an art that was perfected in Germany. Beers should have the perfect amount of head on top and be served in the proper glassware. In a traditional German glass liter, the top line and above should be beer head, and the rest should be beer. The breweries in Munich can get fined for abusing their beer portions, especially at Oktoberfest, so if your beer is mostly head and not enough beer, or too much beer and not enough head, it is not worthy.

Popular Types of Beer in Munich

Helles translates to light. So, Helles beer is a light in color bottom-fermenting lager beer. The beer is low in bitterness, lightly sweet, low in carbonation, and full-bodied – compared to most light lagers. It is a smooth beer, perfect for hot summer days, and adds a refreshing finish to lighter dishes. This is one of the most popular beers to drink in Munich. If you order a beer without specifying, it will probably be Helles.

Weißbier

This translates to white beer and is traditionally a white top-fermenting beer made with at least 50% malted wheat. It is typically unfiltered beer with low hop bitterness and highly carbonated. Weißbier is usually consumed from a glass with a thin bottom and wider top with an ample portion of head. You should swirl the beer between pours because it is not fermented.

Doppelbock (Starkbier)

Doppelbock was first created by the Paulaner monks in Munich. It is a double fermented dark copper beer and is described as liquid bread because it is a meal replacement during lent. It is a rich malty beer with toasted notes and little detectable hops. The alcohol content ranges from 7-14% with traditional Bavarian doppelbocks on the higher side.

Festbier & Märzen

Traditionally brewed for Oktoberfest, each brewery brews a fest beer to tap around Oktoberfest, but it is no longer served at the event. Gasp – isn’t Märzen served at Oktoberfest? Contrary to popular belief in the U.S., Märzen is NOT currently served at Oktoberfest. Märzen was the drink of choice at Oktoberfest until the event grew in popularity and many people complained it was too thick. I mean it is hard to drink several liters of Märzen. So, brewers created the Festbier, also known as Oktoberfestbier or Wiesenbier, which is now what you’ll find at Oktoberfest. This is probably a good thing because Festbier is easy drinking and to reduce hangovers! It is a light beer in both color and flavor, with a light hoppy finish. It won’t fill you up too much, but it will get you drunk.

Märzen, on the other hand, is a dark lager, with a full-bodied smoky flavor. Most brewers serve this around Oktoberfest, but you’ll need to go to the Keller to get it. 

A Radler is a half lager beer and half lemonade drink. It was created just outside of Munich in Deisenhofen. During the cycling boom in the 20s, an innkeeper Franz Kugler created a bicycle trail from Munich to his pub. On a sunny day in June in 1922, more than 10,000 cyclists showed up at the pub, and as he ran out of beer, he mixed it with lemon soda. The Radler was born and named after Rad – or bike in German. The drink is a bit sugary, but the balance of lemon and beer is a refreshing drink for summer.

“The Big 6” Munich’s Main Breweries & Beers

With roots back to 1634 Paulaner Monastery is home to the traditional Starkbier, their signature doppelbock “Salvator,” named after the father of their order.  On the day they were allowed to serve to the public, the monastery, shared this brew with local politicians. To this day, the tradition carries on at the start of Starkbier Fest when the first liter of beer is given to the Bavarian Minister President to kick off the festival.

Don’t Miss: “Salvator” Doppelbock, is a bottom-fermenting strong beer first created by the Paulaner monks.

Best Locations:

• Paulaner am Nockherberg: Original brewery with a large beer hall, outdoor garden. Hochstraße 77
• Paulaner Bräuhaus:  Indoor and outdoor dining in a quiet, cozy, and traditional location. – my fav! Kapuzinerpl. 5

Events: Starkbier Fest: End of March – Start of April  @ Paulaner am Nockherberg.

Munich’s oldest independent brewery, dating back to 1328. Their rich history in Munich has generated a cult-like following among locals and foreigners alike, making it Munich’s “cool” and possibly favorite beer among locals. With vintage horse drawn beer wagons seen at Oktoberfest, they pride themselves on tradition.

Don’t Miss: “ Augustiner Edelstoff,” a traditional beer, brewed with noble raw ingredients.

• Augustiner Keller: Augustiners best restaurant, beer garden, and basement cellar. Order Edelstoff from the wooden keg! Arnulfstraße 52.
• Augustiner Bräustuben: Original brewery and restaurant located in an old brick building. Landsberger Str. 31-35

Events: May Day: May 1st, for a traditional May Pole raising celebration at the Augustiner Kellner.

Hofbräu

Munich’s most famous brewery exporting and attracting beer-enthusiasts from around the world. The highlight of the Hofbräu is their historic beer hall, which is nearly 500 years old and the most famous beer tavern in the world. Here you get a real feel for what Oktoberfest might feel like and is on many beer bucket-lists. They stick to tradition, only brewing a few beers they pride on being flawless. The upstairs of the beer hall is a place seeped in WWII history where Hitler drank beer with members of his party.

Don’t Miss: “ Hofbräu Original,” a classic bitter, but refreshing beer that is known around the world.

• Hofbräuhaus: Historic beer hall and restaurant in the the old town with live German music. Platzl 9.
• Chinese Tower Beer Garden: Lovely outdoor beer garden serving HB beer in the middle of the Englischer Garten. Englischer Garten 3.

Events: Film Fest Munich, don’t miss Munich’s Film Festival in June/July with HB beer being served at all major events.

Spaten beer is known for bringing the famous helles beer to Munich. At the peak of the brewing industry in Munich, just before the war, Spaten was the largest brewery in the area. However, after the war, they were never able to make a full come back and Spaten beer is often somewhat of an afterthought in the Munich scene. However, Franziskaner Weißebier owned by the same brewery is quite popular and definitely worth having!

Don’t Miss: “ Spaten Helles,” Munich’s original Helles beer, or try the Franziskaner Weißebier

• Spatenhaus an der Opera: German fine dining in a ritzy part of Munich, near the opera house. Residenzstraße 12.

Events: Don’t miss Spaten at the Schottenhammel tent, which is surprisingly one of my favorite tents.

Hacker-Pschorr

I have a soft spot for Hacker because A: they are one of the only brewiers that had female leadership from Thersia Hacker along with her husband Pschorr (her name is even first) and B: they have been operating a sustainable business with an environmental mindset since 1417 – might they be the OG sustainable business? All their beers have traditional swing tops as well, so they are 2x as fun to drink!

Don’t Miss: “ Kellerbier” with fruity notes and tastes of honey and caramel. It’s less carbonated and easy to drink.

• Altes Hackerhaus: The OG location of the Hacker-Pschorr brewery. Now a cozy restaurant in the heart of the old town. Sendlinger Str. 14
• Der Pschorr: A restaurant and outdoor beer garden near the Viktualienmarkt. Beer is served in wood barells and kept on ice. Viktualienmarkt 15

Events: Don’t miss Munich ice hockey! Hacker beer is served at events like EHC Red Bulls ice hockey games or the Bad Tölz ice hockey team.

Löwenbräu

Löwenbräu meaning Lions brew, has a foggy history in Munich. Not much seems to be known about the founding date. It is noted that a lion fresco was hanging above the brewery at one point and that is where it seems to have gotten its name. They specialize in pils beer. The Löwenbräu tent is always fun to walk past with the roaring lion, you can’t miss it.

Don’t Miss: “ URTYP” which is a traditional pils beer brewed just like they did hundreds of years ago.

• Löwenbräukeller: A historic restaurnt, beer cellar, and event venue – come here for live music, great food, and good beer. Nymphenburger Straße 2

Events: Nacht der Tracht is an annual event held at Löwenbräukeller. Dress in your best dirndl and lederhosen and dance all night. They also host an Oktoberfest after party.

Munich Beer Festivals and Events

Oktoberfest.

The world’s largest beer event, Oktoberfest attracts millions of people from around the world for two weeks starting at the end of September. Dozens of tents full of traditional music and lively people serve Munich’s best beer. Outside the tents are beer gardens, carnival rides, restaurants, and fair games. This is a bucket list must for any beer lover visiting Germany. If you’re an introvert looking to avoid the crowds in Munich, then don’t miss my introverts guide to Oktoberfest.

Frühlingsfest

Is an early spring festival that takes place in the same location as Oktoberfest, but it’s half the size. A popular event among a younger local crowd, the three tents and handful of rides, is a great way to enjoy the warming weather in Munich. This event typically takes place at the end of April of Begining of May.

Starkbierfest

This festival takes place during lent and celebrates the dark Doppelbock lager known as Starkbier. Located at the original Paulaner Brewery be prepared to black out as this beer is strong. Located indoors it has a similar vibe to an Oktoberfest tent with a live band, dancing, and plenty of drinking. The event usually starts in the middle of March.

During the autumn close to Oktoberfest many of the small towns near Munich, such as Dachau, Regensburg, and Augsburg have small folk festivals with local beer, carnival rides and games, and reason to dress up in traditional Tracht. Keep an eye peeled for local folks fest events and find more details on the Bavarian website.

Munich Day Trips for Beer Drinkers

Andechs monastery brewery.

My favorite beer-focused day trip from Munich involves a light hike through the woods, ending in a fantastic hillside monastery that brews delicious beer. This beer trip from Munich is just an S-Bahn ride away to the charming town of Herrsching. You can walk down to Lake Ammersee before taking a 45-minute walk through the quiet forest, emerging at the monastery. If it is summer, eat outside on their beautiful deck. Read the full scoop on getting to  Andechs Monastery from Munich  so you can drink their fantastic beer.

Weihenstephen: Tour The World’s Oldest Brewery

The brewery at Weihenstephen is the oldest in the world! How freakin’ cool is that? Dating back to 750 AD, Weihenstephen started as a monastery brewery. Today, the state of Bavaria now owns it and runs a program with the TUM university for food science and a master’s program in brewing. For 11 Euro, you get a 2-hour experience, including a tour, tasting, pretzel, and a gift voucher. The tours are run by local university students, and you get to sample all their core beers. The brewery located in Freising, so you will need to hop on the FRONT end of the S1 headed to Freising. Get off at Freising and walk up to the brewery to start your tour. You should book your  beer tour at Weihenstephen ahead of time,  and you can do so online.

Tegernsee Brewery Near Lake Tegernsee

The adorable town of Bad Wiessen. Photo Cred: Wandering Chocobo

Tegernsee beer is what the cool kids in Munich drink. There’s just something about the Tegernsee Special brew that offers something just different enough from Munich’s 6 leading breweries. For this trip, you’ll need to hop on a BOB train headed to  Tegernsee from the Munich Central Station . Make sure you grab a group ticket if you’re traveling with 2-5 people after 9 am. You can spend the day hiking, swimming in the lake, sledding or skiing, just make sure you stop by the Tegernsee Brewery on the lake for a fresh local beer.

Nuremberg Beer Cellars

Nuremberg is just north of Munich in the Franconia region of Bavaria. They have great beer, and you can spend the day exploring their red beer cellars and tasting Nuremberg brewery. Hop on a Deutsche Bahn train headed to Nuremberg and book your  Nurember beer cellar tour ahead of time  to make sure you save your spot.

Ayinger Brewery

Hop on the S7 headed to Aying to tour their brewery, eat at their restaurant, and explore the charming town of Aying. There is even a little farm where you can take a walk with llamas.  Book your brewery tour with Ayinger brewery ahead of time.

Erdinger Brewery

You’ll often find Erdinger beers in Munich, so taking the S2 to Erding to visit their brewery for a behind the scenes tour. The town Erding is a charming city break as well, so you can explore historic architecture.  Book your tour of the Erdinger brewery  or just enjoy a local beer at their restaurant. Afterward, you can even visit their fan shop after to pick up your favorite beers and swag.

Bamberg for Rauchbier

If you are in for a more extended day trip, then hop on a train to Bamberg to their smoked märzen dark lager. This beer is unlike anything you’ve tasted and originated in Bamberg. It smells like smoked meats and had dark wood flavor notes. The town of Bamberg is well worth walking around the charming alleyways and old timber houses. Budget a full 8 hours to drink all the beer and explore the town.

Brewery and Beer Tours in Munich

Paulaner brewery tour in munich.

The Paulaner Brewery is one of my favorite beer halls and gardens in Munich. It has all the rich Bavarian history you’re looking for without the tourist hype of the Hofbräuhaus. If you book a  brewery tour with Munich Walk Tours  you’ll visit the Paulaner brewery with an expert beer guide, plus you’ll even visit a few more of Munich’s main breweries such as Hofbräu. You may also try contacting Paulaner at Kapuzinerstrasse to see if they have brewery tours available for your group.

Hofbräuhaus Brewery Tour in Munich

Hofbräu is one of the world’s most famous breweries and brands, so visiting where all the magic happens is a dream come true for beer lovers. The tour takes you through the brewing, and fermenting process starts to finish, a beer tasting, and an optional meal (meat) included. Tours run Monday-Thursday every day of the year, EXCEPT holidays, and the week before, the weeks during, and the week after Oktoberfest. Tours start at 10 am with an optional additional meal or 1 pm with no additional meal. The cost of the trip is 10 Euro with no meal, 15 with meal. You must be 16 or older and register for the  Hofbräu brewery tour  in advance.

Spaten Brewery Tour in Munich

The Spaten Brewery tour includes Spaten, Löwenbräu, and Franziskaner brewing production lines. However, these tours only TAKE PLACE IN GERMAN, despite their website being in English. This tour is not ideal for my English reader, as you can see by reading my friend Ashley’s post about her  mishap with the Spaten tour . You can book your  Spaten Brewery Tour  through Munich walking tours – if you speak German.

Microbreweries and Craft Beer in Munich

I used to give Munich a hard time for having lacking diversity in their beer. Cool, there are 6 major breweries in Munich that all make a similar tasting Helles. Where is the creativity and fun in the brewing industry? My prayers have been heard and slowly but surely new creative craft brews have been popping up in nooks and corners around the city.

Crew Republic

I’m not the only one that thinks the beer scene in Munich is boring. Mario and Timm behind, Crew Republic agree with me. Which is why they quit their corporate jobs and began homebrewing in their back yard. Crew Republic has grown to be a favorite among the young hip crowd in Munich, brewing edge stouts, several types of pale ales from German, Indian, and West Coast USA, and barley wine all following Germany’s purity law. Look for their beers at supermarkets and beer kiosks across Munich, of if you’re in town on a Friday, stop by their taproom from 4 pm – 10 pm for light snacks and fresh craft beer on tap.

Giesinger Brew

Giesinger Brew is like one of the big six breweries that had a baby with a hip craft brew. They take their beer very seriously, but always strive to push the brewing limits in the craft beer scene here in Munich. Instead of a typical Helles, try their Lemondrop Triple, for a strong beer with light, refreshing citrus notes or their Doppel-Alt for a dark lager, that won’t put you on your ass like many of the Starkbiers. Stop by their brewery and restaurant at the Giesinger braüstüberl for a cozy, but traditional German restaurant serving up great beers.

Haderner Bräu

I came across these beers at a recent festival in Munich, and after I carried boxes of beer home with me to try, I fell in love. They are now one of my favorite craft breweries because they are Munich’s first certified organic brewery. This small family-owned brewery still bottles and brews everything by hand. You can buy a traditional Helles or Weißbier – made with all-natural ingredients. Or check and see what seasonal brew they have on tap like the Fest Märzen for winter. You can visit their taproom on Friday afternoon if you want to try the beer on tap. They also offer home brewing classes (in German) and a brewery tour.

Hopfen Häcker

Hopfen Häcker is a blen o cultures and countries as the duo behind this craft beer are from the United States and Germany. So, they bring together the innovation of U.S. craft beer and Germany tradition and expertise in the craft, as they hack hops to make new beers. Try their “Kill Bill” with fermented yeast from Belgium and hints of bitter orange and coriander. Or try their Wuiderer, a red ale – I know, I can’t believe I found a red ale in Munich either!! Each and every label is a work of art, so make sure you try them all. You can visit their brewery on Friday or Saturday early afternoon to drink beer on tap.

Tilmans Bier

This is an underrated and unsung hero in the Munich craft beer scene. Started by Tilman Ludwig, who did a master’s in brewing from the world’s oldest brewery, Weihenstephen, just outside of Munich. After graduation, he decided to branch off and try something different. Tilmans brews 9 beers, including everything from Helles, Pils, and even stouts and traditional English style ale. One of my favorite things about this brewery is the social impact aspect. They partner with locals such as Munich’s best coffee roastery for a caffeinated stout, and Munich’s “Kulturator” philanthropy. All profits from the Kulturator brew go right back to charity – so you can drink for world peace.

AirBraü

The world’s first and only airport brewery AirBrü is worth flying into Munich just to try their craft beer. While most of their beers are quite traditional, the small-batch beers are created at the airport brewery and have fun travel-themed names. Dine-in their outdoor beer garden in the summer, hole away inside at their cozy modern dining area, or sit in a hot air balloon basket (on the ground) as you pretend to drink around the world in 80 days.

Best Beer Halls & Beer Gardens in Munich

My favorite beer hall and brewery, the Paulaner on Kapuzinerstrasse is a local favorite that is chic and cozy. With large spacious indoor area that is warm and inviting in the winter and a beautiful outdoor beer garden for the hot summer days. This is the one local beer hall and garden I take all my friends and family to eat at.

Chinese Tower

The Chinese Tower is located in the heart of the Englischer Garten. The walk through the gardens is enjoyable and the natural setting is refreshing.  In the winter they have a wonderful Christmas Market, and in the summer they often have live bands. This is a touristy spot, but it’s worth the visit for the experience.

Also located in the Englischer Garten, Hirshau is a lively hoot and a half frequented by locals. With a stage for folk dancing and a live band playing music, this is one of the best outdoor beer gardens in Munich.

Maybe one of the most gorgeous outdoor beer gardens resting along a lakeside also in the Englischer Garten. You can sit on the water’s edge and watch boats and swans sail by during the hot summer days.

Biergarten am Wiener Platz

This outdoor beer garden is located in vienna platz in a charming neighborhood south of the Isar. Enjoy sitting outdoors in a bustling square with plenty of unique shops and restaurants around. There’s even a large May Pole at the center of the square so you are immersed in Bavarian culture.

I’m including this place as it is a global cultural icon known around the world. While it is touristy, there is a lot of historical and cultural significance, so it is a really interesting place to visit. Bavarians dressed in their traditional Sunday best drink from ancient beer steins while a live German plays oompa music.

Pubs & Bars for Beer in Munich

Tap Room is large American style tap room, featuring dozens of beerson tap and plenty of bottled beer cold and ready in the fridge. Frisches Beer  is a small watering hole with plenty of craft beer on tap and in the bottle. True Brew  is a new hip pub in town with a 60s retro vibe with live music and plenty of craft and local beer. The Crow Bar is a simple bar with not a lot happening other than great beer and chill people. Scholars  is a classy Irish pub with U.K. beer, and hidden nooks to cozy up in front of the fire place with a cool one.

Beer for Those with Dietary Needs

If you are gluten intolderant or don’t consume alcohol for any reason, don’t dispair! You are in luck G asthaus Obermeier,  which is outside Munich city center serves a full gluten free menu including gluten free beer!  Alcohol Free  beer can be found literally anywhere at all supermarkets, and just about every restarurant. The big breweries in Munich do a great job ensuring they always have a alcohol free beer because there are a lot of pregnant women in Munich and people who choose not to drink for cultural or religious reasions.

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Been going to Octoberfest since 1967. What a great time. Lived in Bremenhaven Germany when in the military. Purchased my first dog in Munich area when camping with my wife 1968, when I was poor. Plan on going this year to Octoberfest, since it was cancelled last year due to Virus. Thank you for the recap on all the types of beer’s in Germany.

I hope we can have Oktoberfest this year, but we will see what happens. I hope you’re able to drink some German beer soon!

Oktoberfest, 2022- Can’t go but i’m stocked up with some of my favorites. Augustiner Brau Edelstoff, Paulaner Salvador Doppel Bock, Hacker-Pschorr Munichener Gold, Welhenstephaner Original, and Welhenstephaner Hefe Weisbier. Love to celebrate this wonderful event!!

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Taking a Spaten Brewery Tour in Munich: Everything NOT to Do

Last Updated: August 14, 2022 //  by  Ashley Smith 34 Comments

Taking a Spaten brewery tour in Munich, Germany made me realize something. Sometimes, especially if you’re a natural blonde like myself, you find yourself making dumb mistake after dumb mistake.

I say dumb mistake because some mistakes are justified: thinking you can pull off bangs (Zooey Deschanel can; why can’t you!?); going over your credit card limit because JetBlue was having a two-for-one sale (robot voice: “I. am. powerless. to. resist. beep boop beep.”); or burning dinner because someone just got away with murder on How To Get Away With Murder. GASP! I never saw it coming!

On the other hand, for some mistakes there are just no excuse. You just weren’t thinking and there’s no one to blame but yourself.

You don’t even try to place blame, you just stare blankly into the abyss that is your own idiocy trying to figure out at what point it all went wrong. I could’ve blamed it on my cat, Fatty. He likes to lay across the computer a lot. There’s a chance he had something to do with this…

This post was originally published in October of 2016 but has been updated for 2020.

Spaten brewery tour

And that’s how my husband and I ended up trapped on a Spaten Brewery tour in Munich, Germany . And don’t look at me like I’m some scoundrel who doesn’t appreciate a good escape game–it was just a lot more miserable than it sounds. Trust me.

My history with the Spaten brewery tour

Touring breweries is a hobby of mine. Thanks in large part to my parents who started me down this path at a young age–despite the fact that they themselves don’t drink beer. It’s like they knew I was destined for greatness in the matter and took the proper steps to prepare me. They’re like the anti-Dursleys.

I like to think I’ve made good on my upbringing by continuing this tradition well into pseudo-adulthood. I’ve visited and toured breweries all over after all. So on my first visit to Munich back in 2012 I made it my mission to get inside the mothership–the Spaten brewery.

Oktoberfest tips ─ If, like me, you’re looking to take a Spaten brewery tour while you’re in Munich for Oktoberfest, be sure to check out my post on all my top Oktoberfest tips . (I am an Oktoberfest tour guide after all.)

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Spaten brewery tour: attempt 2012

My husband, a big fan of the Spaten beers, and I stumbled upon the Spaten brewery while wandering around downtown Munich , mere hours after arriving. But if I know my husband at all it was probably just like that time I “stumbled” upon the Hello Kitty department store in Taipei. I’m not even sorry.

We had hoped to get in for a tour but… nothing. No information. No people. Nothing going on. No crazy man in a purple velvet suit and orange hat beckoning us into his magical factory. It’s like they’re just not as eager as we Americans are to invite strangers into our homes for drinks. What gives, Germany?

And what happens when someone says you can’t do something? You want it even more, right Veruca? Or, you trespass. Lucky for me my husband is vaguely adult-ish or I may have more than one breaking and entering charge on my record.

Spaten brewery tour: attempt 2014

What is that thing people say all the time? That insanity is defined as doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results? Well, I like to think of it not as insanity but as ambition. Hope, even. Also, up theirs.

At least this time we found a door… that led to an office… that looked somewhat beer related… where again there was no one . No employees. No brochures. Not even any tiny, busy orange people. We began to wonder if this place was even functional. We left before we set off any alarms.

Clearly, getting onto a Spaten brewery tour is challenging. It’s like remembering to floss… or getting gum out of your hair. But for your liver.

FYI: It took three attempts but we finally found the entrance to the Spaten Brewery and it’s shown below for your future reference. I promise the only reason we found this door was because of my husband’s aptitude for video games. 

Spaten brewery tour: attempt 2016

While preparing for our upcoming trip to Munich for Oktoberfest , I decided to do a little more digging and see what I could find on taking a Spaten brewery tour. I know, I know… I must be insane !

Well, punks, one page led to another, that led to another, that led to the YouTube page for the Finnish metal band Hevisaurus that produces heavy metal for children. That eventually led to the booking page for Munich’s Spaten brewery tour!

Tours are available only on Saturdays and the first Friday of each month –and we’d be there on a Saturday. But , was it as simple as filling out the form and booking ourselves on a Spaten brewery tour? Oooof course not.

They had to change their website

For starters, I had to get them to change their website . Spaten–a company that has successfully run itself since the year 1397. Thirteen freaking ninety seven! Leave it to me.

When I tried filling out the straightforward-looking Spaten brewery tour booking form, I discovered the only options under Title were “Lord” and “Miss.” (red flag #1🚩) Umm, huh? Is this actually 1397?

It didn’t really matter that I was neither of those options really. I could pass for a Lord if I really wanted to. The real problem I incurred was the fact that the United States of America wasn’t listed as an option for Country. (red flag #2🚩) How is the USofA not an option?  I should have seen this not just as a complete lack of geographical understanding, but for the red flag that it was. 

A few days after emailing Spaten’s fearless leader, the booking form was updated to the more 21st century-appropriate “Mr” and “Ms” and to include the United States as a country. It’s been so for over 240 years guys.

Fatty, clear my schedule! We’re going on a Spaten brewery tour!

Well, technically, yes. 

There are some things in life you can only learn the hard way–like why dating the “bad boy” or getting any sort of cosmetic procedure at a discount are bad ideas. This is one of those things.

I let my excitement for finally booking a Spaten brewery tour overshadow some fundamental facts about traveling internationally.

How NOT to take a Spaten brewery tour

There are a handful of things that went wrong on this day but they all revolved around one central mistake…

Mistake #1: Assuming the tour would be in English.

I booked this tour in May but it wasn’t until September when we were seated in the waiting area–that was quickly filling up with Germans–that it occurred to me. I leaned over to my husband and whispered, “Holy shit. This tour is in fucking German.”

Important note: I don’t speak fucking German.

When planning trips I like to err on the side of hilarious. If shit’s gonna go wrong, it’s gonna go hilariously awry.

How did I miss this?

How had the possibility of this not occurred to me sooner? Was it because the booking site was in English ? Was it because I was one of those ethnocentric Americans that thinks the global community, and therefore brewery tours, revolves around her?

To be honest, language consideration never crossed my mind. I feel like something must have led me to believe the tour was in English. Right? Or was this just like [insert dumb mistake here] all over again?

Trying to learn organic chemistry solely through osmosis, trying to climb a mountain while hungover, working at Hooters–take your pick, I’ve got an endless number of options!

I’m just going with brain fart — a condition that affects the best of us. Ugh I just wanna punch myself in the throat sometimes.

Even the confirmation email I received was 100% in German.🚩 (…except for the subject?)

The confirmation email

Here are some things they noted in the confirmation email other than the fact that the tour is in German:

• You must remain within sight and reach of the tour guide.
• “The consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises is not permitted, as is the taking of animals.” We’re at a brewery right, not a zoo?
• “Please follow the information and instructions given by the visitor guide. The visitors’ guides are aware of the special dangers that are not always apparent to other people.” Well if that isn’t the understatement of the year …
• “Persons with infectious diseases must not enter the brewery.” (There was no health questionnaire; they should really up their application process if they mean to enforce this.)
• “We thank you for your understanding and we wish you an interesting stay.” Informative? No. Interesting? Definitely.
• It also says that photography is prohibited so maybe just pretend you don’t see any of the pictures in this article. In my defense, our guide gave me permission. Actually, the conversation went like this:

Me: “Do you speak English?” Him: “Only a little.” Me: “Am I allowed to take pictures?” Him: “Yes, photography is allowed, it doesn’t matter if you use a flash or not. The only place photography is prohibited is in the bottling plant on account of the request of the manufacturer. But everywhere else it’s totally fine.” Me: “Umm, you speak way more than ‘a little’ English…”

In conclusion, he knew I didn’t speak German and failed to encourage me to jump ship so now I hate him. Even though he was really nice.

Not even pretending to care anymore. Ooh look, a doorknob. Well you’re more interesting than this Spaten brewery tour, now aren’t you?

Mistake #2: Believing the tour was only 1.5 hours

It also implies that my booking is a binding contract. 🚩

Now I know you’re not supposed to believe everything you read on the internet but sometimes… nope, there’s no excuse. This was one of those times. We were trapped on that Spaten brewery tour for over three hours .

Here are some other things I could have done in Munich with three extra hours:

• I could have zip-lined Olympic Stadium .
• We could have learned to surf on the Eisbach. From scratch.
• We could have test-driven a few BMWs on the autobahn.
• I could have finished one liter at the Hofbräuhaus. (I drink slow as hell, okay?)

Familiar torture

Much of my college career was spent in similar situations: three-hour blocks of staring blankly into space while someone spoke endlessly in a language I didn’t understand. Waiting for beer. So I should’ve been used to this.

Actually, most of the day bordered on this metaphor. There was a lot of eye-rolling and checking out the status of my fingernails every other minute. A lot of huffing, puffing, and whisper-yelling to my husband, “When. The hell. Is this. Gonna. Be. OVER!”

What began as a pretty hilarious screw-up quickly turned into two lost forms of medieval torture: boredom and time-wasting–my arch nemeses. (Doesn’t that make me sound like I’m just a stuffy Disney protagonist… with ADHD?)

So for three long hours we followed our guide (and about 20 other tour-takers) through the innards of the brewery from which we could not escape, without a clue of what our guide was saying. And he had a lot to say.

Where on Earth did they get the idea that this tour was only 90 minutes? Were we even on the right tour? We just literally put on a vest and joined in.

Mistake #3: Not leaving when we had the chance.

Not booking it the hell out of there when we had the chance may have been our biggest mistake. Had we known we’d be trapped on this tour for three long hours with no exit strategy, we would’ve just acted like we were going to the restroom and never returned. It’s kinda my move.

Regardless of the fact that the confirmation email directly states “do not remove yourself from the group,” 🚩 we were all over this brewery and wouldn’t have been able to find our way out anyway. We were in an underground beer cellar at some point with actual dirt floors, presumably the original dirt from 1397. There was probably something interesting said about this place. We’ll never know.

Our day on the Spaten brewery tour was… bad. No, Maroon 5’s Super Bowl performance was bad. This was a disaster .

I think what kept us there was “knowing” the tour was only 90 minutes, part of that being beer, and the fact that we had prepaid. 🚩 Plus, it had taken us almost nearly half a decade to get this far–there was no turning back now.

There were good parts to the Spaten brewery tour

As miserable of a day as we had wandering cluelessly around on our Spaten brewery tour, there were a couple of high points. It was like in college when mono was a credible threat but nobody really cared on account of the weight loss.

Spaten brewery tour: beer and food

Trapped as we were, there was at least a light lager at the end of the tunnel. So what if we’ve been here for three hours… maybe they’ll let us drink as much as we want.

“DAAAAAMN, they’re letting us drink as much as we want!”

Two and half hours after we’d found ourselves at a crossroads–any of which we should’ve taken–we finally arrived at the Spaten brewery penthouse for a “beer tasting.” Unlike any other beer tasting I’ve sat through, our tour guide told us (in English, the bastard) we could order as many of the 24 full-sized, half-liter beers from the catalog as we wanted.

All the beer we could drink? What, were we rushing a fraternity? Actually, we could have been and not even known–Beta Sigma Sigma Gamma (ΒΣΣΓ). Finally, something good had come of our wasted day ! Like when you’re stuck at home with the flu but there’s a Saved By The Bell marathon on. Man, I really rock at finding the upside to contracting debilitating viruses.

They also served pretzels and my new love, leberkäse, which my husband refers to as “hot dog steak.”

Also check out ─ If you don’t want to wait for your trip to Germany, check out my awesome recipe for Bavarian soft pretzels now and get to baking! They’re pretty easy to make and sooo delicious.

Amazing views from the top of the brewery

The tasting took place at the top of the Spaten brewery and you know I love an aerial view. Escaping to the balcony for fresh air and a chance to call out for help was greatly appreciated. Remind me to send the balcony a Christmas card this year.

And while we’re at it, I owe our waitress a flaming bag of poo as well for all the ways she made our day even more infuriating. Fatty, send me a reminder.

Spaten brewery tour: horses!

Because we’d been at the brewery all damn day, we were still there when they brought the horses back from Oktoberfest. We watched as they unharnessed the horses and just left them standing there–the most interesting thing we saw all day .

And, in accordance with the Spaten brewery tour confirmation email, I DID NOT TAKE ANY HORSES.

If anything good came out of this experience it’s this:

Almost a quarter of two decades after this journey began, I can finally cross this off my list and stop worrying about getting onto a Spaten Brewery tour. Whether they turn out the way you hope or not, it’s always good to accomplish your goals .

Also, because of my epic screw-up, I have single-handedly managed to get the Spaten brewery tour website changed again . Returning to the website for information to write this article, I noticed this:

Spaten brewery tour: 2020 update

So you wanna take a Spaten brewery tour? All of the proper dropdown options and German language warning are still there. Also, the booking site still lists the tour as being “about 90 minutes” so just beware that more than just beer facts got lost in translation. Consider yourself warned! 

Munich beer tours

So unless you speak German, I can’t imagine you’re planning a Spaten brewery tour of your own? But you still want to learn about and taste some local Munich beers in a tour kinda atmosphere? In that case, check out these other Munich beer tour options that all include an English-speaking guide!

Bavarian Beer and Food Evening Tour in Munich

This incredibly popular, 4.5-star tour is a great way to get acquainted with Munich’s food and beer scene. On this 3.5-hour tour you’ll get to visit:

• the world famous Hofbräuhaus and some other beer halls
• a traditional beer garden
• the Beer and Oktoberfest Museum (of course that’s a real thing!)

You’ll get to experience Munich’s nightlife with a local guide, learn about Munich’s brewing history, and get to sample local beers and delicious food items. This tour is quite reasonably priced and is marked “likely to sell out.” Click here for booking information .

Munich’s Beer Halls and Breweries: 3-Hour Guided Tour

On this tour you’ll get to visit Munich beer halls and one of Munich’s oldest breweries. You’ll sample greta beers and learn about all the differences and brewing processes. You’ll also get to sample some delicious Bavarian dishes.

This tour includes all food and drink, entrance fees, a knowledgeable guide, and transportation. Click here for booking information .

Small Group Munich’s Ultimate Beer & Street Food Tour

Reviewers really love this 3-hour, small group beer tour around Munich. This tour includes:

• all beer samples
• visits to some cool beer halls and taverns
• and some extra sightseeing thrown in.

This tour is great for beer-ginners and groups are always kept small. Click here for booking information .

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Visiting Munich? Find great places to stay here . But where do I recommend? Definitely the H2 München Messe or the NH München Messe . What else have I covered in the area?  Check out these posts . What other breweries have I toured? Find out here . Like this post? Have questions? Hit me up on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Pinterest

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Ashley is a historian and Oktoberfest expert & tour guide. She has traveled to 33 countries and specializes in quick trips throughout Europe and the Americas that prioritize hiking adventures, museums of all kinds, cultural experiences, and jam-packed itineraries. She hails from Memphis, TN and currently lives in Boston with her husband and two feline sidekicks.

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The Ultimate Guide to Munich Breweries & Oktoberfest Beer

Sometimes less is more. The world-famous quality of German beer is a testament to this. Since 1516, the Purity Law (German Reinheitsgebot ) has required that all German beers be brewed with nothing more than barley, hops, and water. More than 500 years later, this royal decree remains the law of the land. The constraints it has imposed have led German breweries to perfect the classic beers, many of which have come to be adored worldwide.

The German love for beer is so enthusiastic that the Bavarian capital Munich hosts a two-week long festival every fall to celebrate it. More than 6.2 million visitors attended the Oktoberfest celebrations in Munich in 2017 to partake in the world’s largest folk festival, don Lederhosen and Dirndl , and consume endless bratwurst, pretzels, and beer.

But what is Oktoberfest beer? And what’s so special about it that it deserves its own two-week-long celebration? Which Munich breweries actually produce Oktoberfest beer? Where can you get a taste of these beers? We answer these questions in more in our Ultimate Guide to Munich Breweries and Oktoberfest Beer.

What is Oktoberfest beer?

Oktoberfest beer falls into two categories: official Oktoberfest beer, and Oktoberfest-style beer.

Official Oktoberfest beers are those that are brewed within Munich city limits and conform to the Purity Law. Only six Munich breweries are official participants in the festival, and no other breweries are permitted to serve their beers as part of the festival. However official Oktoberfest beer does not need to be made a particular style to qualify, so a very wide range of beers is available under the umbrella of “official Oktoberfest beer.”

Oktoberfest-style beers are those inspired by the history and tradition of Munich’s Oktoberfest. This style can be classified as a Bavarian Märzen . It’s name from the German word for the month of March, the time in which monks would traditionally lay the beginnings of the beer down in caves so that it would ferment over the course of the summer and be ready for drinking come fall.  Märzen is an amber lager. It typically has a coppery color, a full-bodied maltiness, and hints of spice and dryness. Oktoberfest-style beers are brewed all over the world, including in the USA.

Oktoberfest-style beers do overlap with official Oktoberfest beers. Each of the big six Munich breweries brew a  Märzen  specifically for the festival under the name of Oktoberfestbier or Oktoberfest Märzen . If you want to get a taste of the real deal at Oktoberfest in Munich, these are the beers you need to order.

Which Munich breweries make Oktoberfest beer?

There are six Munich breweries that are official participants in Oktoberfest:

• *Augustiner
• *Hacker-Pschorr

Each of these “Big Six” Munich Breweries has a beer tent on the Wiesn, the Oktoberfest festival grounds. In addition, they will typically host parties in their own biergartens, beer halls, and breweries during the festival.

First opened in Munich in 1690, Löwenbräu is one of the most iconic names in German beer. Furthermore, they have been participating in the Oktoberfest celebrations since the very beginning. Since the festival started in 1810, Löwenbräu has always been on the menu. During the festivities, Löwenbräu sponsors two beer tents:  Löwenbräu-Festhalle and the Schützenfestzelt. Their annual Oktoberfest beer has an ABV of 6.1%.

Löwenbräu means “lion brew” in German, and this brewery features a lion in its logo. If you are looking for the Löwenbräu tent at Oktoberfest, keep your eyes peeled for the gigantic, roaring mechanical lion perched on top of the tent. You can’t miss it!

Among the oldest Germany breweries still in operation today, Spaten has been brewing beer in the Munich area since 1397. Although originally run by monks, over  the past two centuries Spaten has been managed by the Sedlmyer family. The letters GS on its crest stand for Gabriel Sedlmyer, the first in the family to take over the company. Franziskaner also belongs to the Spaten brand.

Having first introduced their own Märzen  in 1841, Spaten knows a thing or two about brewing a delicious Oktoberfest beer. Theirs in particular has an ABV of 5.9%. Visit one of their four Oktoberfest tents to try it: Schottenhammel, the Marstall, the Ochsenbraterei, or the Spaten-Zelt.

Founded in 1589 by Wilhelm V, Duke of Bavaria, Hofbräu remains to this day a brewery run by the Bavarian government. The beers they have brewed in their more than 400-year tenure have very much been subject to royal whims. For instance, Maximilian I, son and heir of Wilhelm V, simply didn’t like dark beers. Thus he decided to forbid every other brewery in the area from producing wheat beers so that Hofbräu could monopolize its production and perfect the recipe.

The Hofbräu Festzelt is among the largest of all the tents at the whole of Oktoberfest. If you are looking for the most booze for your buck, their Oktoberfest beer is the strongest of the bunch with an ABV of 6.3%.

Founded in the old Augustiner Monastery in 1328, Augustiner is the oldest of the Munich breweries still in operation today. A lot has changed over the last 700 years, but the craftsmanship has not. Augustiner is the only Munich brewery left that still stores beer using wooden barrels. This fact makes Augustiner one of the favorites at Oktoberfest as this is the only brewery who will poor you a beer directly from a wooden barrel.

Augustiner Oktoberfest beer can be found in both the Augustiner-Festzelt and Fischer Vroni. Their Oktoberfest brew has an ABV of 6%.

Hacker-Pschorr

The Hacker beer tradition dates back to 1417, but Hacker-Pschorr is the result of a merger in the 1970s of two Munich breweries. The two names were intertwined since the late 18th century, exchanging hands between the Hackers and the Pschorrs several times. Despite the complex history, it was Jospeh Pschorr who was specially commissioned by the Crown Prince of Bavaria in 1810 to create an original beer for his wedding. It was out of this celebration and this brew that the Oktoberfest tradition was born.

Hacker-Pschorr beers can be recognized by theirs classic flip-top bottles. With an ABV of 5.8%, their Oktoberfest beer is the lightest of the bunch. You can taste it at the Hacker-Zelt and the Pschorr-Bräurosl.

Though technically the youngest of the Munich breweries represented at Oktoberfest, dating back to 1634, Paulaner is hardly a new-comer. Its beers are brewed in the tradition of the Paulaner Monks, whose creative loophole for fasting during lent is responsible for tradition of Starkbier , or strong beer.

Paulaner’s Oktoberfest beer has an ABV of 6% and can be found in the Winzerer Fähndl, the Armbrustschützen-Zelt, the Käferzelt, and the Wine Tents.

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Spaten beer: your stepping stone into germany’s rich beer heritage.

Guten Tag, beer enthusiasts! Grab a stein and take a seat on a beer bench. Today, we’re diving deep into the heart of Germany, unearthing the tantalizing secrets of Munich's cherished brew: Spaten Beer. But why Spaten, you ask? Let me put it this way – trying to capture German culture without discussing their beer is like trying to describe the sky without mentioning the color blue. And when it comes to beer in Germany, Spaten holds a place of reverence.

A frothy journey through time

Spaten was founded in 1397, this legendary brewery has been serving up liquid gold for over six centuries. That's right, Spaten has seen it all: from the fall of empires to the rise of nations, from the plague to the age of the internet. And yet, through all these seismic shifts, Spaten's commitment to brewing excellence has remained as steadfast as a sturdy German oak.

The brewery's emblem - a spade with the initials of Gabriel Sedlmayr - represents the heart and soul of Spaten. Sedlmayr, the original "beer whisperer," pioneered brewing techniques that enhanced both the beer's flavor and shelf-life. The spade symbolizes the craftsmanship, while the initials are a nod to the legacy of quality Sedlmayr bestowed upon Spaten.

The symphony of flavors in Spaten

If you've ever had the pleasure of sampling Spaten Beer, you'll understand why it enjoys such a storied reputation. With each sip, you're treated to a mesmerizing dance of flavors. The malt sweetness takes the lead, twirling onto your palate with the grace of a ballerina. Just when you think you've got the routine figured out, the hops join in with a flirtatious bitterness that provides a perfect counterpoint to the malt.

To say that a sip of Spaten is a multisensory experience is an understatement. The rich, amber hue tantalizes your eyes, while the frothy head tickles your nose with the promise of the flavors waiting patiently in the glass. As the liquid touches your lips, you're suddenly immersed in the magic of Munich, with each swallow painting a vivid picture of bustling beer gardens, lederhosen-clad revelers, and the joyful strains of traditional Bavarian music.

The rich palette of Spaten: Exploring its varied brews

It's essential to recognize that Spaten is not just a single brew but a symphony of diverse styles, each more enchanting than the last. Let's have a lookt at some of Spaten's most beloved variants:

Spaten Münchner Hell

The 'Münchner Hell' is Spaten's flagship lager, its charm lying in its simplicity. Known as 'Helles' or 'Pale' outside of Bavaria, this beer is light, clean, and crisp with a delicate balance of malt sweetness and hop bitterness. As the most popular beer style in Southern Germany, Münchner Hell is often the gateway for beer novices looking to dive into the rich world of German brewing. The beer shines a bright golden color with a creamy, white head, resembling a Munich summer in a glass. It is typically served in a traditional beer mug, often a Maß during Oktoberfest, and pairs perfectly with traditional German fare such as pretzels and sausages.

Spaten Oktoberfestbier

Dubbed the world's first Oktoberfest beer, the Spaten Oktoberfestbier is a symbol of Bavaria's most beloved festival. With its vibrant amber color and rich, malty taste, this Märzen-style lager is a fall favorite. A Märzen traditionally has a full-bodied profile and a higher alcohol content than your average lager – perfect for keeping those Oktoberfest spirits high! The Spaten Oktoberfestbier is best served in a dimpled Maßkrug (one-liter beer mug) and accompanied by hearty Bavarian dishes like Schweinshaxe (pork knuckle) or a Bretzel (pretzel).

Spaten Optimator

For those with a taste for the robust, Spaten Optimator is your brew. This Doppelbock, or "double bock," is characterized by its deep, dark color and a heavy malt presence. With its higher alcohol content, Optimator is rich, sweet, and intense, carrying notes of caramel and dark fruit, along with a hint of hoppy bitterness for balance. Despite its heft, it's incredibly smooth, making it a favorite among those who prefer strong beers. Optimator is best enjoyed in a tall, slender pilsner glass to appreciate its deep color and rich aroma, and it pairs well with hearty meat dishes or strong cheeses.

Spaten Pils

Light, crisp, and refreshing, the Spaten Pils is a testament to Germany's love for the Pilsner style. With its clear, golden hue and white, foamy head, this beer is a picture of purity and simplicity. The aroma and taste are marked by a pronounced hop bitterness, balanced by a subtle malt backbone. Crisp and quenching, Spaten Pils is the perfect accompaniment to a warm day in a Munich beer garden. It's typically served in a flute-like Pilsner glass to accentuate its sparkling clarity and effervescence, and it pairs beautifully with fish, poultry, and mild cheeses.

So there you have it – a glimpse into the delicious diversity of Spaten Beer. Whether you prefer the light, refreshing notes of a Helles, the autumnal richness of an Oktoberfestbier, the robust intensity of a Doppelbock, or the balanced bitterness of a Pils, Spaten has a beer for you. Each variant carries a unique facet of German culture, tradition, and, of course, that famous love for beer. It's no wonder that with Spaten, every sip feels like a trip to Munich.

Spaten and Oktoberfest: A match made in Munich

When it comes to Oktoberfest, Spaten is a star of the show. As one of the six Munich breweries permitted to serve beer at this colossal event, Spaten is a testament to the Bavarian tradition of Gemütlichkeit - a unique blend of comfort, conviviality, and a sense of belonging.

To sample Spaten during Oktoberfest is to join a community that transcends geographical borders, uniting people from all corners of the globe in their shared love for beer. Whether you're raising a Maß (a litre beer mug) in the shadow of Munich's iconic Frauenkirche or toasting from the comfort of your own home, Spaten connects you with the heart and soul of Germany.

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What is Spaten beer?

Spaten beer is a renowned German beer brand that has its roots in Munich. It is a well-known and respected name in the brewing industry, recognized for its adherence to traditional brewing methods and the use of high-quality ingredients. Spaten offers a range of beer styles, each with its own unique characteristics and flavors.

Is Spaten a Pilsner?

No, Spaten is not classified as a Pilsner. Instead, it falls under the category of Munich Helles Lager. This style of beer is known for its pale golden color, mild malt sweetness, and a clean, crisp finish. Spaten's Munich Helles Lager offers a delightful balance of flavors and is appreciated by beer enthusiasts around the world.

Which breweries are part of Spaten?

Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu GmbH encompasses several renowned breweries, including Spaten Brewery, Franziskaner Brewery, Löwenbräu Brewery, and Hacker-Pschorr Brewery. These breweries collectively contribute to the diverse range of beers offered by the Spaten brand, with each brewery bringing its own unique brewing traditions and expertise.

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Find yourself a nice, cosy spot in our Brewhouse and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere around the copper-coloured brew kettle. On brewing days, a breath-taking fragrance fills the rooms – and you are right in the midst of the process of hand-crafted beer production. Anyone who wants to know more can then take a glimpse behind the scenes for a bird’s eye view of how and where our home-brewed beer is created. Our master brewer only uses the best ingredients. The malt comes from a first-class malting plant in Schierling and the hops are from Hallertau. Alongside our ever-popular Zwickl and Bräuhaus Weisse beers, you can also enjoy our changing seasonal beers. Our Beer Calendar provides a full list of these, or else you can check out our brewing secret

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Seasonal highlights.

Flirtation in May

Bockiger Beppo

unfiltered, original gravity: 16,4%, alcohol content: 6,3% Our home-brewed charm offensive! A bright shining bock beer, copper-colored with flavour of sweet fruits, mango and apricots. Restistance is useless!

Always on hand

This beer is a declaration of love to Munich

Bräuhaus Zwickl

unfiltered, original gravity: 12.3%, alcohol content: 5.4% Barley malt from Schierling, bottom-fermented yeast, stored for 40 days, Hallertau hops harmonious and sparkling, amber-coloured, full-bodied, a touch of home

A beer that’s as refreshing as Munich's River Isar

Bräuhaus Weiße

naturally cloudy, original gravity: 12.5%, alcohol content: 5.4% Hallertau hops, wheat malt from Schierling and barley malt, top-fermented yeast, stored for about 4 weeks cool, refreshing and always welcome, slightly sweet, lively, with subtle bitter notes

To make the soul dance!

Vladimir – The False Russian

Original gravity 13.0%, alcohol content 6.0% A summer weissbier to fall in love with. Top-fermented, cold-hopped, with citrus and Tradition hops giving a refreshing citrus note. Tastes of summer, sun and more.

As strong and golden as the September sun!

Resi – our golden Oktoberfest beer

Original gravity 14.5%, alcohol content 6.3% Hallertauer Tradition hops, brewed using the traditional three-mash process, matured for 6 weeks, elegantly dry, full-bodied, wonderfully drinkable

Home-brwed heartilled wormth

"Balthasar" Dark bock

naturally cloudy, original gravity 16.5 %, alcohol content 7,1% Top-fermented, strong and malty. The mixture of caramel malt, dark munich malt and Pilsener malt is, what creates it’s strong character and the chestnut-brown color. The addition of Monroe hops is turning out in an elegant fruity flavor of black currant. The perfect pleasure for cold winter days. It warm up your heart and give you the comfortable feeling of home. This is how winter tastes. Cheers!

The keen British man!

"Archibald" Imperial Stout

naturally cloudy, original gravity 16.5 %, alcohol content 6,7 % Top-fermented, strong and malty. The mixture of Caraaroma malt and roasted malt is, what creates it’s strong character and the deep black-brown color. The addition of Galaxy hops is turning out in an exotic bittersweet flavour and the taste of dark chocolate and cacao. Resistance useless!

A beer that’s exotic and yet so familiar!

"Pauline" Dunkles Weißbier

naturally cloudy, original gravity 13.5 %, alcohol content 6.0% Chestnut-coloured, top-fermented weissbier with a fruity, banana-like aroma and pleasantly gentle toasted malt notes, mildly hopped. Enticingly light fruity notes, an invitation to daydream

Homebrewed transfer of culture

Susan - Pale Ale

unfiltered, original gravity: 14,0%, alcohol content: 6,0 %, amber colored The Hallertauer Comet hops give rise to aromas of bluberries and mellow figs. Five weeks storage in the cellar develops the full character. Our Bavarian answer to Brexit neogiations.

A home-grown springtime treat

Vroni - the Hop Queen

unfiltered, original gravity: 13.0%, alcohol content: 5.4% A Pilsner brewed using the Saazer hops, subtle bitter notes and intense hop aroma, refreshingly flowery, elegantly dry. It enjoys your mind and takes your peppily through the sping time

British charme and charism

Wilma - Pale Ale

unfiltered, original gravity: 14,8 %, alcohol content: 5,1 % The mixture of Cara Red and Caramünch malt develops an unexpected malty aroma and radiant colours of autumn leaves. The Cascade hops give rise to aromas of grapefruit, lychee and red berries.

The Bavarian art of seduction!

unfiltered, original gravity: 18,5%, alcohol content: 7,6% Our home-brewed charm offensive! Dedicated and bursting with vigour. A dark double bock mashed three times with an distinctive flavour of hops, blueberries and citrus fruits. Restistance is useless!

A rarity from the Slyrs oak barrel

Whiskey Bock

Original gravity: 20.7%, alcohol content: 9.3% matured for 6 months in a wooden barrel, powerful body, pleasant sweetness, subtle whisky aromas and a touch of vanilla. Pleasantly foaming on the tongue

A flirtation in May

Thomass-Bock

Copper-coloured, glowing with an intense expressiveness. Aromas of sweet fruits, mango and apricot mean that resistance is futile. A powerful body, maltily sweet notes and a balanced hop bitterness. As beguiling as the spring air, with a fine, long-lasting foam crown, guaranteed to give long moments of pure, bright pleasure.

Home-brewed migration

Ceres – four grains, one beer

Original gravity 12.7%, alcohol content 5.2% The fresh hop notes from the Hersbrucker hops and the aromas of spelt and rye produce a soft mouthfeel and an incomparably varied flavour experience. Variety is the spice of life!

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Private Munich Beer Tour

Approximately 3.5 hours

From  €285

Drink Up Bavaria

Have you felt intimidated walking into a German beer hall and not knowing where to start?  Allow our local Munich guides to do all of the organization so that you can sit back and just sip.

This private tour includes the very best beers of Munich, which is located in Bavaria, or Southern Germany.  And beer is central to the city’s identity; so much so that there are only six official beers of Munich.  Throughout the tour, you will learn about each brewery, taste their most famous beers, and experience a private walking tour of the city.  All the way from the Celts, the monks, through kings, beer barons, Oktoberfest & up to today, you will leave the tour more knowledgable about the history of Munich beer, and also more in tune with your favorite brews.

We like to kick off from our office which is centrally located and allows us to have a short walk to our first beer hall.  From here, we will wind through the city of Munich, always going at your pace, to explore the hidden gems of the city.  This tour is perfect for those wanting to immerse themselves in Munich brewery culture and learn plenty about the city.

As we say in Munich: “Servus! Be our guest!”

Tour Details

What’s included.

• Private Guide
• Welcome beer or beverage
• Four beerhall stops with complimentary Munich beer or equivalent beverage
• Final beerhall stop (beverages not included)

Good to Know

• This private tour is perfect for exploring Munich’s beer culture, as well as being a nice introduction to the city’s old town also.
• While alcohol is offered throughout the tour, each beverage can be replaced by a non-alcoholic option when desired.
• This tour ends just before dinner time, so consider this tour a terrific way to find out where best to eat.
• Your private tour guide is always happy to answer any question and help with anything at all, just ask!

• 1 A welcome beer at the meeting point
• 2 The Augustiner Restaurant
• 3 The Hacker-Pschorr House
• 4 The Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu House
• 5 The Paulaner House
• 6 Traditional German snacks
• 7 Authentic German beer halls
• 8 The famous Hofbräuhaus
• 9 A private walking tour of Munich

Meeting Point

Your tour meets at our shop which is just off Karlsplatz 4 (Stachus), the bustling square between the Main Train Station (Hauptbahnhof) and Marienplatz. At the Karlsplatz fountain with your back to Karlstor and the pedestrian shopping street, turn right along Sonnenstrasse. After 50 meters, you will see our shop in the courtyard of Karlsplatz 4, on the right-hand side. The closest metro station is Karlsplatz (Stachus).

Who can join our Six Best Beers of Munich Walking Tour?

Is there an age limit for joining this tour.

Guests should note that the legal drinking age applying to beer in Germany is 16. While guests younger than sixteen can in principle join us on this tour, it’s not something that we would encourage. Any guest below the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legally responsible adult.

Are "Stag/Bucks Groups" welcome on the tour?

Even on a private tour, the answer is unfortunately no. Due to the strictness of the unwritten rules surrounding beerhall culture in Munich, bucks/stag groups are not welcome in many establishments and we cannot there for invite such groups on our tour. Guests arriving in costume or displaying any other outwardly obvious sign of being part of a bachelor or spinsters party will be uninvited from the tour without refund.

If you’re visiting Munich for a special occasion and want to organize a private beer tour for your group, we would love to host you!  But we unfortunately cannot be part of organizing a ‘traditional’ stag/bachelor party where the goal is intoxication.

What happens if someone in our party arrives for the tour visibly under the influence of alcohol?

This private beer tour is an activity centered on Munich culture and the civilized appreciation of excellent beer. Unfortunately guests arriving in a state where earlier beer consumption is obvious will be uninvited from the tour without refund, even on a privately organized tour.

What if I have mobility issues?

This tour typically covers a distance of around 5km walking.   If this sounds like a bit much for you, thank you for contacting us in advance at [email protected] and we help organize transportation between beer halls.

Are there any "house rules" during the tour?

If the frequency or volume of alcoholic beverages don't agree with me….

You tour guide and Fat Tire Tours reserves the right to reduce or cut off entirely alcoholic beverages from anyone on the tour who is visibly or severely suffering under the influence of alcohol, at any time. Replacement non-alcoholic beverages will be offered when possible. This is to protect our relationship with the city’s various beerhalls and allow us to continue to provide this tour to others in future.

What should I expect from the Six Best Beers of Munich Walking Tour?

What's included in the tour.

We have a wonderful route through the old town ready for you, showing you some of the best beerhalls in Munich and offering you the opportunity to try the city’s very best local beers. Your first five beers are included in the tour price, the last tour stop in the last beerhall drinks are not included, but your private tour guide will offer you every recommendation and the rest will be up to you.

If you would like to customize any other aspect of this tour, please reach out to us in advance at [email protected] or leave us a note when reserving.

Are gratuities included in the tour price?

At each of the stops where drinks are included, we will cover your waiter’s gratuity. At the final beerhall where drinks are not included, that will be your time to shine.

Please note that gratuities for your guide are not included in the tour price but will be very appreciated by your hostess or host.

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Beer & Brewery Tour

Learn the secrets of barley juice as well as many interesting facts about the old art of brewing during a convivial beer and brewery tour in the world capital of beer.

Beer tasting & brewery tour in Munich

Included in the price:

• 3,5-hour guided tour on Friday and Saturday at 5.30 p.m.
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• entrance fee for the brewery
• two beers (half liter each)
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Paulaner Bräuhaus and Brewery tour

This tour is all about the history of beer and its importance for social life. The tour starts at Marienplatz and continues via Viktualienmarkt in the direction of Paulaner Bräuhaus.

This is followed by a brewery tour of the historic Munich Thomasbräu, where the brewery of the eponymous Thomas brothers merged with the Paulaner Brewery in 1928. Home-made beers are still brewed in the Paulaner Bräuhaus today - a craftsmanship that you can take a closer look at on site and of course taste the noble drops.

Beer tasting in a beer garden or restaurant

At the end of the tour - depending on the weather - you will visit a beer garden or a traditional restaurant together - you will also have the opportunity to eat here. The tour ends at the Hofbräuhaus . To get you in the mood, you can read our interview with two female brewers and understand why this drink is so rooted in Bavarian history and what innovations time brings with it.

Important information

Meeting point: Please arrive in front of the Tourist Information at the New Town Hall 10 minutes before the start of your tour.

Duration: approx. 3,5 hours

Information about your booked Beer & Brewery Tour: Please show your booking confirmation printed out or on your mobile phone to your tour guide.

You will receive the free City Map and the 50% discount on the official City Guide "simply Munich" upon presentation of your booking confirmation at the Tourist Information at Marienplatz or at main station (please note the current opening hours). There you can also buy tickets.

Children under 12 years of age are free when accompanied by an adult.

During the tour there is the possibility to eat.

Drunken persons are not allowed to enter the brewery for safety reasons.

Accessibility: This tour has limited accessibility - please feel free to contact [email protected] for more information.

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Taste of Bavaria: 5 Beer Stops you must visit in Munich

On the beer lovers’ bucket list tour of the world, Munich ranks high. The city is packed with beer gardens and halls that not only offer something tasty to quench your thirst, but an amazing cultural experience. There is no better way to guide yourself through the many sights of Munich than with a beer garden/hall crawl.

Here are five watering holes we recommend drinking.

Zum Augustiner

Neuhauser Str. 27, 80331

The perfect spot to start any day in Munich, Zum Augustiner is located in the pedestrian precinct of Munich, not far from St. Michael’s Church , Frauenkirche and Neues Rathaus . The foundation to the building it resides was laid in 1294, but at the turn of the 20th century the building was revived and to this day offers the art nouveau style this part of the world is known. The Augustiner Brewery dates back to the 14th century and was crucial to the economy of monks who started brewing it.

Fräulein Grüneis

Lerchenfeldstraße 1a, 80538

This hidden gem is the kind of place a damsel in distress would retreat to in Grimm’s Fairy Tale. Located a few hundred yards into the English Garden from the entrance near Munich’s famous surf spot on the Eisbach , this cottage offers small bites, big beers and more. To think – it was once a toilet block, current owners started dreaming up the drink spot in 2008 and finally opened in 2011.

Restaurant und Biergarten am Chinesischen Turm

Englischer Garten 3, 80538

Once a hunting area, the English Garden is now Munich’s largest and most beloved parks. When Great Elector Karl Theodor started his initaiative to convert this area into a public park in 1789, the Chinesischer Turm or Chinese Tower, which was built in 1790 was a staple of the change. The original tower was destroyed in WWII and resurrected in 1952. The beer garden that surround it is the second in Munich with about 7,500 seats. You can expect cold Hofbrau beer, live music and lederhosens galore!

Seehaus im Englischen Garten

Kleinhesselohe 3, 80802

The views don’t get much prettier than this! Seehaus is located on Kleinhesseloher See, an artificial lake that was added the the Gardens in 1803. The outdoor gardens are ideal for casual drinking and exceptional food. The restaurant offers something a bit more high end. It’s a popular spot among the younger crowd and definitely a place to be seen. For all our wine lovers, never fear, you can have your very own mug of wine here.

Hofbrauhaus

Platzl 9, 80331

The most frequented by tourist, any beer lover can’t leave Munich without a trip to the city’s most well-known beer gardens. Founded in 1589 by the Duke of Bavaria, Wilhelm V, Hofbrauhaus manages to keep its genuine character and history present without becoming cheesy. This beer hall is a must when in Munich and is the place to be during Oktoberfest.

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Oktoberfest beer: Only from Munich breweries

Only beer from Munich breweries may be served on the Oktoberfest, as custom dictates. Already weeks before the starting signal for Oktoberfest, the breweries present their newly brewed Oktoberfest beer and increase the anticipation of the highlight of the year. We introduce the six breweries of the state capital allowed to fill the beer mugs of the Oktoberfest: Augustiner, Hacker-Pschorr, Hofbräu, Löwenbräu, Paulaner und Spaten.

Augustiner: Munich’s oldest brewery

The monks of the Augustinian Order founded a brewery in 1328 that still exists today, and is the oldest brewery still existing within the Munich city limits. After privatization, Augustiner settled in Neuhauser Straße in 1817, where the Augustiner restaurant, popular with locals and tourists, is still located today. At the end of the 19th century, the headquarters and brewing facilities were moved to Landsberger Straße, where brewing continues to this day. The Augustiner Hell enjoys cult status in the bulbous half-liter bottle, with the also quite bulbous monk on the label. Oktoberfest has the 6.2% (2023) Augustiner Oktoberfest beer in the  Augustiner Festzelt , in the  Fischer Vroni , and in the  Festzelt Tradition  on the Oide Wiesn. There are also three small tents for Augustiner: the chicken and duck grill Ammer, the Wildstuben, and the Zur Bratwurst tent. The brewery is the only one still using the traditional 200-liter wooden barrels, the so-called Hirschen, for storage.

Hacker-Pschorr: Reunited since 1972

The brewery was first mentioned in a document in 1417 and was located in Sendlinger Straße, where today the restaurant “Altes Hackerhaus” is located. In the 18th century, under the couple Joseph Pschorr and Maria Theresia Hacker, it developed into Munich's leading brewery. Hacker and Pschorr were later continued by their sons as separate breweries, and have only been a common brand again since 1972. Today the brewery is located in the same premises as the Paulaner Brewery. Since 2007, the Hacker-Pschorr beer is sold again in the traditional bottles with swing stopper and “Plopp.” The beer at Oktoberfest, at 6.0% (2023), is available in the  Hacker Festzelt , the  Pschorr Festzelt Bräurosl , and in the  Herzkasperl-Festzelt  on the Oide Wiesn. The  Fisch Bäda , the  Heimer Enten- und Hühnerbraterei , and  Poschner’s  also offer Hacker-Pschorr.

Gallery: The big tents at the Oktoberfest

Hofbräu: the beer from the world-famous hofbräuhaus.

There is a Hofbräuhaus in Munich... In 1589, Hofbräu was founded under Wilhelm V as a ducal brewery, and the company has been run as a state-owned enterprise since 1939. The brewery was originally located in the middle of the city, where today the Hofbräuhaus am Platzl is one of Munich’s main tourist attractions. In the 19th century, due to lack of space, the company moved to Innere Wiener Straße, where the Hofbräukeller with one of Munich’s most beautiful beer gardens is still located today. Since the late 1980s, brewing has been carried out in Munich-Riem. At 6.2% (2023), Hofbräu is t one of the strongest of the Oktoberfest beers and is served in the  Hofbräuzelt .

Löwenbräu: Beer from Nymphenburger Straße

The brewery probably began in the late 14th century, but the name Löwenbräu first appeared in the Munich beer brewing index in 1746. In the 19th century, the medium-sized company under the Brey family developed into the largest brewery in Munich and, due to its strong growth, moved to Nymphenburger Straße, where it is still located today. The Löwenbräukeller and its beer garden are famous for spectacular events such as Stout Beer Festivals or the Night of the Tracht. Since 2003, the Spaten-Franziskaner-Löwenbräu Group has belonged to the international brewing group InBev. The brand logo is of course a lion, which looks quite similar to the Bavarian heraldic animal. Every Oktoberfest visitor will also recognize the giant lion in front of the  Löwenbräu-Festzelt , roaring “Löööö-weeeen-brääääu” and drinking beer, calling the thirsty onlookers towards him. The Löwenbräu-Wiesntrunk, at 6.1% alcohol (2023), is also available in the  Schützen-Festzelt  and in the small  Haxnbraterei .

Paulaner: It all started with Brother Barnabas

The monks of the Paulaner Order served their first beer of their own in 1634, making Paulaner the youngest of the Munich breweries. At first, Paulaner beer was only served publicly during festivals; otherwise it was reserved for the monks. But soon the bock beer, based on a recipe by Brother Barnabas, enjoyed great popularity among all Munich beer drinkers. For a long time, the brewery’s head office was the Giesinger Nockherberg, in whose restaurant the annual Starkbierfest with the famous Politician Roast (teasing) takes place. Today, the breweries are located in Munich-Langwied. The Oktoberfest beer from Paulaner has 6.0% alcohol (2023) and is served in the  Paulaner Festzelt , the  Armbrustschützenzelt , the  Käferzelt , the  Kufflers Weinzelt  (as wheat beer until 9 p.m.), the  Heinz Wurst- und Hühnerbraterei , the  Metzger Stubn , the  Münchner Knödelei , and the  Münchner Stubn .

Spaten: Inventor of the “Münchner Hell”

The Spaten brewery was founded in 1397 and was located in Neuhauser Gasse for its first few centuries. The brewery moved to Marsstraße in the 19th century, where at least the administration is still located today. Spaten deserves the honor of being the first brewery to bring the “Münchner Hell” (Munich Pale) to market in 1894 — a true bestseller to this day. Since 2003, the Spaten-Franziskaner-Löwenbräu Group has belonged to Interbrew, today InBev. Spaten and Franziskaner beer is available at Oktoberfest in the  Schottenhamel-Zelt , where the mayor of Munich also celebrates the first tap every year. There’s also Spaten beer in the  Marstall , in the  Ochsenbraterei , at the  Glöckle Wirt , at the  Goldener Hahn , in the  Kalbsbraterei , and in the  Wirtshaus im Schichtl ; you can drink Franziskaner wheat beer in the  Feisinger’s Kas- und Weinstubn . The Oktoberfest beer has 5.9% alcohol (2023).

With letter and seal from the EU

Since 2022, Oktoberfest beer is holding the European Union’s “Protected Geographical Indication” seal of origin. This guarantees, that Oktoberfest beer is brewed exclusively in Munich according to its specification and is the beer that will be served at the Munich Oktoberfest. This confirms and protects across the EU what the Munich Breweries Association has always been committed to: Oktoberfest beer is the result of a unique interplay of local brewing and festival culture that can only exist in Munich. Wherever you enjoy your Oktoberfest beer – you can be sure that it is the original from the Oktoberfest.

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The Professional Tourist

Tour guiding is sometimes odd., brewery tour of spaten-franziskaner-löwenbräu.

Last weekend, Petra and I did a different tour than usual, we did a tour of one of the local breweries. The big 6 of Munich don’t offer regular tours, however, if you can come up with a group of more than 15 with I’d say at least a week advance notice, then it is possible.

Anyways, the tour wasn’t great (I’ve taken several brewery tours, so maybe I’m pickier than most), but it was cool to finally see and go through the brewery there. Also, the tour cost €10, which included leberkase, pretzels, and a few beers…which is worth €10+ alone.

SO, we were quite happy. Also, the tasting area is at the top of the brewery with a great view.

Here’s some pics of the Spaten / Franziskaner / Löwenbräu brewery complex:

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Through the heart of the brewery

The brewhouse, heart of the brewery.

The malt grist is mixed with the brewing water in the mash tun. The mash is then gradually heated. It is intensively mixed for almost three hours so that the malt components, which are otherwise difficult to dissolve, dissolve. The solid components (draff) are then separated from the wort in the lauter tun. This is then boiled for two hours with the addition of hops. Water evaporates until the desired original wort is reached. The more malt you add, the stronger the beer becomes. About 17 kg of malt are required for 100 liters of beer. A wort with 12.5% original wort results in a beer with around 5 vol.% Alc.

After boiling, the wort is clarified and cooled: To do this, it is pumped tangentially into the whirlpool at high speed. This causes the entire contents to rotate, forcing the coarse solids in the center of the spa to form a compact cone of lees. The wort is then cooled to 6°C using plate coolers, aerated and the yeast added. During cooling, hot water is produced in counterflow, which is stored for the next brew.

Yeast addition

Fermentation cellar.

After adding the yeast, fermentation begins. For 100 liters of beer, about 0.5 liters of thick yeast are added. This corresponds to about 15-20 billion yeast cells per liter!

With bottom-fermenting yeast, fermentation lasts one week at 10°C, top fermentation takes place at 22°C and lasts 3 days. After just 24 hours, a compact layer of foam, the so-called ruffles, has formed, into which base components are separated. The yeast breaks down the malt extract into alcohol and carbonic acid. This also generates heat and the young beer has to be cooled.

The taste of the beer is determined by the choice of yeast strain, the temperature profile, the oxygen content and the amount of yeast added.

The progress of the fermentation is checked daily. The colder the temperature, the slower the course. Towards the end of the main fermentation, the beer is cooled back down. The top-fermenting yeast rises to the surface of the beer, while the bottom-fermenting yeast settles at the bottom of the fermentation vessel. The yeast is harvested for the next brew. Now the young beer can be taken to the storage cellar.

Four fermentation tanks, each with 5,000 liters and two vats, each with 7,000 liters, are constantly occupied during the summer months.

Beer maturation

Storage cellar.

The fermentation is followed by the maturation of the beer. Optimum storage temperature is 0°C. The storage tanks are under pressure. This naturally enriches the beer with the resulting carbon dioxide. The greater the pressure, the more sparkling the beer. The master brewer says a review! Most of the yeast settles out through sedimentation. However, a small proportion remains in the beer and produces a fine yeast cloudiness. The beer has to mature for four to six weeks. The Christmas goat is even stored for a quarter of a year!

Until 1954 only snow and ice was used for cooling: For this purpose, the oak storage barrels were packed with snow and ice during the winter months. The snow stayed in the underground vaulted cellars until the late summer months. So cold beer could also be served on warm days.

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On average, 1000 hl of beer mature here in peace and quiet to taste perfection.

Directly from the storage tank

The filling.

Directly from the storage tank, without any further treatment, the beer goes to the filler under pressure. This overpressure is necessary so that the carbon dioxide in the beer is not released and the beer foams. In this way, the beer is gently poured into the kegs.

In front of the filler, the beer can be examined again at the inspection glass.

Belly barrels with Bavarian tapping (party barrels) are still being filled for private use.

Since 1998, KEG barrels have also been in use for the gastronomic and party sectors.

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Report: Arsenal 2-2 Bayern Munich

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Goals in each half from Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard ensure we will go to Germany level pegging for the second leg next week.

We made the perfect start to our first Champions League quarter-final since 2010, when Bukayo Saka delightfully curled inside the far post.

But the German champions for each of the past 11 years came roaring back, taking advantage of a defensive mix up to level through Serge Gnabry before grabbing a half-time lead thanks Harry Kane’s penalty.

Second-half substitutes Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard combined for the Belgian to strike our equaliser with 15 minutes remaining, and we had a huge penalty shout turned down in the final minute of injury-time, but it’s still all to play for in Munich in eight days’ time.

Sublime Saka

Our house was turned red for the occasion – no away fans were permitted in the stadium – and the Emirates faithful created a crackling atmosphere at kick off.

The opening few minutes were cagey, tense and quiet until Saka injected some verve, winning possession high in Bayern territory. The ball was passed along to the edge of the area to Gabriel Martinelli – back in the starting line up – who flashed a shot wide of Manuel Neuer’s left-hand post.

Saka was then crunched into by left back Alphonso Davies, who picked up the game’s first booking – a card that rules the Canadian out of the second leg.

It was from the right hand side that we worked the opener. Saka and Kai Havertz won the ball back again with persistent pressing, before Ben White returned it to Saka inside the area. The winger showed great composure to measure his low left-footed shot just inside the far post to send Emirates Stadium into raptures.

Bayern turn it round

Within five minutes of Saka’s strike we passed up a huge chance to double our advantage. Havertz’s quick pass found White all alone in the area, with just Neuer to beat, but the defender blasted his shot straight at the grateful veteran keeper.

The miss was punished instantly. An uncharacteristically sloppy piece of defending ended with Gabriel’s loose pass being picked off in midfield, when David Raya had come racing out his goal. Leon Goretzka then played in the advancing Gnabry to slide in the equaliser.

The winger, who played 18 times for us a decade ago, had come back to haunt us, and pull the Germans level.

It soon got worse for us. On the half hour Leroy Sane burst free on the right flank, and made a beeline for the penalty area. Jorginho almost made the vital intervention, getting a toe to the ball, but Sane carried on before being brought down by William Saliba. Harry Kane stepped up and converted the penalty low to Raya’s left.

Ben’s brilliant block

The game had certainly opened up, but as we chased the equaliser, we left gaps at the back. Sane again sprinted forward, finding himself all alone in our half. As he bore down on goal he looked certain to score, only for White to deny him with a magnificently-timed block.

Mikel Arteta introduced Alex Zinchenko at half-time, looking to wrestle back some attacking impetus.

This was the first time we had trailed in any home game this year, and we took a while to regroup. Trossard and Gabriel Jesus were also introduced, but we were largely forced into shots from distance, with the visitors getting back in numbers, ready to pounce on the counter when wining the ball back.

Subs combine

Neither side had managed a shot on target in the second period though, until Jesus and Trossard combined superbly for the equaliser. Declan Rice won a header and fed the ball to Jesus on the edge of the area. The Brazilian did brilliantly to control, hold the ball up the roll it into the path of Trossard, who made no mistake with a first-time finish.

The Emirates found its voice again, looking for a grandstand finish, but it was the Germans who nearly nicked it, Kingsley Coman struck the post from close range, through Raya’s legs.

In the final minute of injury-time we were denied what looked to be a penalty, when Neuer brought down Saka in the area, but the referee blew up for full-time. It was a controversial ending to a dramatic encounter.

FACTS AND STATS

We remain without a win in the first leg of each of their last eight two-legged knockout ties in the Champions League (D1 L7) since a 2-1 win over Barcelona in the 2010-11 last 16.

Bayern Munich have progressed from six of the eight previous occasions they have drawn an away first leg of a two-legged Champions League knockout tie, failing only against AC Milan in the 2006/07 quarter-final, and Liverpool in the 2018/19 last 16 – both of whom went on to win the competition in those seasons.

Bukayo Saka has been directly involved in eight goals in the Champions League this season (4 goals, 4 assists); only Thierry Henry (10 in 2002/03 & 11 in 2003/04) has had a hand in more in a single campaign for us in the competition.

Leandro Trossard has scored six goals as a substitute in all competitions this season; no player has more from the bench for clubs in Europe's big-five leagues in 2023/24. The Belgian also became only the fourth player in Champions League history to score in each of his first four home appearances in the competition, after Alessandro Del Piero, Frederic Kanoute, and Oscar.

Only Karim Benzema (11) has scored more away goals against English clubs in the  Champions League than Serge Gnabry, who has seven such goals for Bayern Munich (4 v Tottenham, 2 v Chelsea, 1 v Arsenal).

Harry Kane has scored six goals at the Emirates Stadium, the most of any visiting player in all competitions since the ground opened in 2006.

Eight of Kane's 15 goals against us in all competitions have been penalties; indeed, this is the most penalties any player has scored against a single Premier League club since the start of 2014/15.

What’s next

The second leg takes place in Munich next Wednesday, April 17 – and a reminder that the away goals rule is no longer in place. So if we are level on aggregate after 90 minutes in Germany, there will be extra-time, then if needed penalties to decide who goes through to the last four to face either Real Madrid or Manchester City. But before all that, it’s full focus back on the Premier League, and a home match against Aston Villa this Sunday.

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