No big company, no student – just me: your brewmaster & beer sommelier. With humor, knowledge, and Kölsch, I’ll show you Cologne’s breweries and the city’s “liquid gold” up close.

PRICE: $22
per person

 

Experience Cologne’s brewery culture as authentically as never before – with me, a real brewmaster and beer sommelier. On this two-hour tour, you won’t get a mass tour by students with a script, but real expertise, Cologne humor, and first-hand stories.

We’ll start either at Cologne Cathedral or in the old town (Heumarkt) and from there, we’ll embark on a journey through traditional breweries. A piece of Cologne culture awaits you in every brewery: sometimes rustic, sometimes lively, but always with a freshly tapped Kölsch in the glass. You’ll learn why the Köbes is the way it is, why Kölsch is only served in bars, and why the breweries in Cologne are so much more than just restaurants.

As a master brewer, I’ll explain the special features of Kölsch, how it’s brewed, and what makes it so unique. As a beer sommelier, I’ll give you tips on how to better perceive aromas and nuances. And as a Cologne native, I’ll tell you anecdotes and stories that, with a wink, reveal more about the mentality of this city than any travel guide.

The tour lasts about two hours – entertaining, fun, and sociable. We’ll visit several breweries, discover differences in atmosphere and Kölsch, and in the end you’ll not only have tasted a few beers, but also experienced a good bit of the Kölsch lifestyle.

With me, it’s personal and real: no big company, no 08/15 program, but a guide who lives and loves his city and his beer. If you want to understand Cologne and experience Kölsch, you’ve come to the right place.

Guided brewery tour with a brewmaster & beer sommelier
Kölsch tasting (optional) & exciting stories from Cologne
Insider insights into the art of brewing & brewery culture
Funny anecdotes and real Kölsch tradition

Guided brewery tour (about 2 hours) with a master brewer and beer sommelier
Visit several traditional Cologne breweries
Customize the brewery selection to your liking
Exciting stories, expertise, and anecdotes about Cologne’s brewery culture
Authentic insights into the Kölsch tradition and brewing
Drinks (Kölsch and other orders are to be paid directly at the brewery) (of course, it’s optional; you don’t have to order any drinks).
Food in the breweries (also optional, no food needs to be consumed)
Personal expenses
Tips for Köbes or guide (optional)

 

This is just one of the many unforgettable experiences that Germany has to offer. Discover more tours, hidden gems, and must-see spots in Berlin or on our complete Germany guide.