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Our Cologne brewery tour is perfect for anyone looking to experience Cologne, Kölsch beer, and the Old Town in a fun and relaxed way. It's particularly popular with groups of friends, travelers, birthday parties, bachelor/bachelorette parties, companies, team events, clubs, and solo adventurers. The tour is ideal for first-time visitors to Cologne, as well as for those who want to rediscover the city and its unique brewery culture.

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The public brewery tour takes place daily and is ideal for individuals, couples, smaller groups, and spontaneous bookings. Three Kölsch are included, you don't need to worry about a thing, and you'll experience the tour together with other guests.

With the private brewery tour, you have your own guide exclusively for your group and are flexible regarding the time, starting point, ending point, and, if desired, also the route and the brewhouses.

Our brewery tour usually starts at Cologne Cathedral and lasts approximately two hours. During this time, you'll visit three to four brewhouses, sample various Kölsch brands, and get to know Cologne's brewery culture in a relaxed and entertaining way. Our guides will also share exciting, historical, and humorous stories from Cologne. Along the way, you'll also discover the highlights of the Old Town, such as Cologne Cathedral, Alter Markt, Tünnes and Schäl, Groß St. Martin, and Heumarkt.

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Our public brewery tours include everything you need for a relaxed Kölsch experience in Cologne's Old Town: a local guide and three Kölsch per person. You can order additional drinks at any time during the tour.

For private brewery tours, drinks are not included as standard; however, we design the tour to be particularly flexible and, upon request, are happy to arrange individual drink packages for your group.

Cologne's Old Town is home to nine traditional brewhouses, and you'll typically visit three to four of them on the tour. Which ones are visited can vary depending on the guide, daily schedule, and group dynamics. Well-known brewhouses include Früh, Sion, Gaffel, Peters, Pfaffen, Mühlen, Gilden, and Sünner. If you have a particular brewhouse you'd especially like to see, please let us know in advance or at the latest at the start of the tour.

The brewery tour lasts approximately two hours. Since the brewhouses in Cologne's Old Town are close to each other and there are several stops along the way, the walking distance is manageable. The Old Town can be crossed on foot in about 15 minutes, and our guides are happy to adjust the pace of the tour to your group.

Yes, our public brewery tours can be booked daily in German and English. We also offer private brewery tours flexibly in German or English. Other languages are available upon request, depending on guide availability.

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Our brewery tours usually start at the Kreuzblume, right next to Cologne Cathedral. They typically end in the Old Town around Heumarkt. For private brewery tours, the start and end points can be flexibly adjusted upon request. 

Last-minute bookings are no problem! You can book our public brewery tours up to one hour before the tour starts.

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Yes, you can cancel or rebook your booking free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour starts. You can flexibly adjust the date, time, or number of participants. This way, you remain flexible if your plans change.

A private brewery tour in Cologne is ideal for groups of friends, birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette parties, clubs, travel groups, companies, team events, client invitations, and larger groups. You'll be with your private group and have your own guide. The tour is suitable for many occasions where you want to experience Cologne, Kölsch beer, and the Old Town together.

A private brewery tour lasts approximately two hours and takes you through Cologne's Old Town to several traditional brewhouses. You'll have your own private guide who is exclusively dedicated to your group and customizes the tour to your preferences. Along the way, you'll hear exciting, historical, and amusing stories about Cologne, Kölsch beer, and the local brewery culture. The start, end, and itinerary can be flexibly planned to suit your wishes.

Yes, with private brewery tours, you are particularly flexible. The time, starting point, end point, and if desired, even the route can be individually tailored. If you'd like to start or end at a specific location, prefer certain brewhouses, or have special requests, please feel free to let us know in advance.

Private brewery tours are available for both small and large groups. For a more enjoyable experience, especially with larger groups of around 18 people or more, we recommend booking an additional guide. This ensures everyone can hear clearly and the tour flow at the brewhouses remains relaxed. Even very large groups can be accommodated with multiple guides, customized routes, and a well-organized itinerary.

Yes, we have extensive experience with large groups, corporate events, clubs, tour groups, and team events. We can also organize events for several hundred people with multiple guides, coordinated routes, and a suitable schedule. If you're planning an event for a larger group, simply send us an inquiry so we can propose a suitable concept.

The private brewery tour includes a local guide who is exclusively available for your group. You can order your drinks individually along the way, or if you prefer, we can arrange suitable drink packages with you in advance.

Cologne's Old Town is home to nine traditional brewhouses, and you typically visit three to four of them on the tour. We coordinate which specific brewhouses are visited based on the route, daily schedule, group size, and your preferences. If you have specific breweries you'd like to visit, please feel free to let us know in advance.

The standard duration for a private brewery tour in Cologne is approximately two hours. However, upon request, we can also plan the tour to be shorter or longer. A customized duration can be particularly beneficial for companies, clubs, birthdays, or larger groups.

Yes, private brewery tours are available in German and English. Other languages can also be requested, depending on guide availability.

If your number of participants changes or you wish to rebook the tour, this is usually straightforward. Many adjustments can be made flexibly up to 24 hours before the tour starts, such as changes to the date, time, or number of participants. Simply contact us as early as possible so we can plan the tour accordingly.

The public brewery tour in Cologne is ideal for small to medium-sized groups, couples, groups of friends, individuals, travelers, and anyone looking to experience Cologne and its brewery culture in a hassle-free way. The tour is especially suitable if you want to enjoy a brewery tour in Cologne spontaneously, stress-free, and without any prior planning.

You'll meet your guide at Cologne Cathedral, and from there, you'll be led on a two-hour tour through Cologne's Old Town. During the tour, you'll visit several traditional brewhouses and hear fascinating, historical, and amusing stories about Cologne, Kölsch beer, and the brewhouse culture. The tour is relaxed, entertaining, and your guide will tailor it to suit each group. At the end, your guide will gladly give you personal tips for your continued stay in the Old Town.

The public brewery tour includes three Kölsch beers per person and a knowledgeable local guide. So, you don't have to worry about your first drinks, and you'll also receive fascinating insights into the breweries, Cologne's Old Town, and the local brewery culture. You can order additional drinks at any time during the tour.

Yes, you can cancel or rebook your reservation free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour starts. The time, date, and number of participants can be adjusted. This way, you remain flexible if your plans change.

The public brewery tour starts at the Kreuzblume, right next to Cologne Cathedral. The meeting point is very central and only a few minutes from the main train station. The tour usually ends in the Old Town around Heumarkt, often at a brewhouse or very close by. From there, you can continue your evening, grab a bite to eat, or explore more brewhouses.

Please arrive at the meeting point about 5 to 10 minutes before the tour starts. You can recognize our guides by their black backpacks and red name tags. If your guide doesn't find you immediately, they can reach you using the phone number provided during booking.

If you're running late, please contact us as soon as possible using the provided contact number. We can then coordinate with the guide whether you can join us en route or meet the group at the first brewhouse.

Cologne's Old Town is home to nine traditional brewhouses, and you'll typically get to know three to four of them. Which brewhouses are visited depends on the guide, the day's schedule, the weather, and the group. If you have a particular brewery you'd especially like to see, feel free to mention it to your guide at the start of the tour.

Our public brewery tours can be booked daily in German and English. Group size may vary depending on the day, time, weather, and demand. We ensure the tour remains enjoyable, understandable, and well-organized so you can experience Cologne and its brewery culture in a relaxed way.

Our city scavenger hunt in Cologne is ideal for groups looking to explore the Old Town actively, playfully, and together. It's especially popular with school classes, companies, team events, clubs, birthday parties, groups of friends, and youth groups. The scavenger hunt is suitable for both small and large groups, as we will divide you into appropriate teams on-site.

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The scavenger hunt begins at the Kreuzblume, right next to Cologne Cathedral. After a brief introduction, each team receives a challenge sheet, a clipboard, and a pen. You then have approximately 1.5 hours to solve various tasks in Cologne's Old Town. Afterwards, you'll meet up with our team again for the evaluation and award ceremony.

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In small teams, you'll solve various tasks related to Cologne, its Old Town, and Cologne culture. For example, you'll need to find locations, take photos, understand Cologne dialect words, or solve small puzzles. In total, there are 15 tasks that will playfully guide you through Cologne's Old Town.

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The scavenger hunt lasts approximately two hours in total. You'll spend about 1.5 hours of that time independently exploring the old town to solve the tasks. Afterwards, there will be a joint evaluation with an awards ceremony and small Cologne goodies for the winning teams.

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The scavenger hunt usually starts at the Kreuzblume, right by Cologne Cathedral. The endpoint is typically in the heart of the Old Town, directly at Heumarkt. After the scavenger hunt, you can gather there, have a drink, and use the restrooms. You will receive the exact itinerary and meeting point before the scavenger hunt.

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Teams usually consist of about three to six people. For larger groups, we divide you into several smaller teams so that everyone can actively participate. Team sizes can also be adjusted upon request.

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Yes, large groups can easily participate in the scavenger hunt. We divide larger groups into several teams and use different routes to ensure not everyone is on the same path simultaneously. This keeps the scavenger hunt manageable, varied, and well-organized.

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To start, our team will give you a clear, in-person briefing. During the scavenger hunt, you'll then be in small groups, independently exploring the old town and solving tasks. At the end, everyone will meet up with our team again for the evaluation, award ceremony, and prize giving.

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Included are the organization of the scavenger hunt, the briefing, challenge sheets, clipboards, pens, the final scoring, and small Cologne goodies for the winning teams. The scavenger hunt actively guides you through Cologne's Old Town, combining puzzles, team challenges, and local Cologne knowledge.

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The scavenger hunt generally takes place outdoors in Cologne's Old Town. It can be conducted without issues in normal weather. If very bad weather is predicted, we'll consult with you to find a suitable solution together.

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No, the brewery tour is also suitable for guests who do not wish to drink alcohol. The focus is not only on Kölsch, but also on Cologne's Old Town, its brewery culture, and stories about Cologne. Non-alcoholic beverages can also be ordered in the brewhouses.

Children and teenagers can generally participate if accompanied by an adult. Alcoholic beverages will, of course, only be served to individuals who meet the legal minimum age. If you are planning to bring children or teenagers, please get in touch with us briefly before booking.

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Yes, Cologne's Old Town is generally easy to reach, but it has cobblestones in some areas, and some brewhouses have narrow entrances or limited space. Please contact us in advance so we can assess what is feasible for your group.

Yes, absolutely! Cologne is known for its diversity like few other cities. Our tours are open to all who wish to experience Cologne, Kölsch, and the brewery culture respectfully and together.

The brewery tour runs even in bad weather. In case of extreme weather or thunderstorms, we will assess the situation individually and coordinate with you.

Generally, you won't need cash. However, if you want to order additional drinks while out and about, some cash can still be handy.

Yes, we are a local operator and, thanks to many tours, we are familiar with Cologne's Old Town, its breweries, and the typical questions our guests have. This provides you with authentic insights and practical tips for your stay in Cologne.

After the tour, you'll usually find yourselves right in the heart of the Old Town, around Heumarkt. From there, you can visit more brewhouses, grab a meal, walk along the Rhine, or continue your evening in bars and pubs. Your guide will be happy to give you suitable tips for what to do after the tour.

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Yes, pregnant women can generally participate in the tour. The paths in the old town are manageable, and there are several stops.