Munich
Bavaria, Germany
8
Breweries
40
Beers
About Munich's Beer Scene
Munich is the capital of Bavaria and the heart of German beer culture. Home to the world-famous Oktoberfest and the Reinheitsgebot (beer purity law), the city boasts historic breweries dating back centuries. Six major breweries—Augustiner, Paulaner, Spaten, Hacker-Pschorr, Hofbräu, and Löwenbräu—dominate the scene, each with their own beer halls and gardens.
Beer Culture
Bavarians take their beer seriously. Traditional beer gardens serve liter mugs (Maß), and many locals have a favorite brewery they remain loyal to for life. Augustiner is often considered the locals' choice.