The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour

Explore Cologne's incredible brewing culture as we wander the historic Old Town, getting to know the stories and people that made our beloved beer, the Kölsch
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About this Tour

On our Legendary Kölsch Brewery tour, we take our guests deep into the Old Town of Cologne where the city began.  From Roman times until today, let's explore how Cologne became the home of one of Germany's most beloved (according to us!) beers.  Through the brewing process, to the laws that govern the name Kölsch, to the people that serve beer, we'll give you the legends and facts you need to understand why our beer culture is so fundamental to the city and its unique spirit!

Details to remember

2h30
Köln
German, English, Spanish

What to bring to the tour?

Make sure to wear comfortable shoes for walking the cobbled streets of and appropriate clothing for the season as we will be spending time outside occasionally.  We also suggest being well fed and hydrated!

What is included in this tour?

On our tour, we will cover the cost of one beer at each of the first three breweries.  From there, guests can decide if they would like to continue or sit out a few rounds.  

The guests will also leave with a complete list of recommendations on Cologne and further places to explore.

Team events and private groups

Yes! This tour is great for families, teams and events looking for a fun time exploring the local culture of a city while enjoying some beer along the way!

Steps of the tour

  • Get to know the beer that is only allowed to be brewed in Cologne like the back of your hand
  • Explore some of the most famous breweries in our city while tasting at least 5 different varieties of Cologne's Kölsch
  • Hear from insiders, guides, and locals alike as you explore the Old Town of Cologne

Our tours run for a total of 2.5 hours.

Our tours run year-round, outside of very particular dates (Karneval) and holidays (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve).

Who should take part in this tour?

Our tour is suitable for all! From the age of 18 you are able to join and drink along with us.  We can operate tours for individuals, couples, families, companies, and relaxed Bacherlor and Bacherlorette parties.  The tour is suitable for wheelchairs and can be walked at a relaxed pace with plenty of stops to relax.

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Helen R.
We had a very nice and exciting tour with our guide Michele. He impressed the whole group and the time flew by! :) I'd love to do it again.
March 27, 2026

Wolfgang M.
Super committed, with a lot of passion, motivation and dedication. Michele did a great job and it was a nice mix of history, facts and exciting stories. Highly recommended!
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March 27, 2026

Jason P.
Fun crawl! Good vibes, cool kiosks, and easy way to meet people.
October 17, 2025

Stefan K.
We had booked the legendary Cologne tour. It was very informative and a relaxed atmosphere. Tour guide Marcel gave us a good tour of the individual breweries and really knew a lot about the city and its culture. It was definitely worth it.
August 24, 2025
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