Overview
This Christmas market special tour starts at Brauerei zur Malzmühle, the second oldest brewery in Cologne! There you will get an introduction to the local beer specialty Kölsch and the rich culture surrounding it. Of course, you have plenty of time to try the best beer in the world!
Afterwards we will start to explore Cologne's magnificent Christmas markets and enjoy some warming mulled wine or try more refreshing Kölsch beers.
To allow more flexibility, drinks are not included in this tour, but can be ordered for the original price.
Enjoy this tour with a small number of guests (not more than 10 guests per tour)!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Exclusive insights to our favorite brewhouses and the local beer Kölsch
Guided tour over Cologne's magical Christmas markets
Drinks (for purchase: Kölsch beers in the brewhouses, mulled wine or other drinks at Xmas market)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will meet you at Brauerei zur Malzmühle. Please ask at the door.
End point
We will finish the tour at Brauhaus Sion, where you have the opportunity to have dinner (if wanted).
Good to know
Please arrive 15 minutes before the booked time or inform us if you can't make it at least 15 minutes before. Otherwise, participation in the tour can no longer be guaranteed. Intoxicated guests may be refused participation.
What to expect
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30 min
We will start the tour with mixed local starters and the possibility to try the Kölsch beer specialty from Cologne's second oldest brewery.
Your guide will introduce you to Kölsch beer and the culture surrounding it. -
Heinzels Wintermarchen
1 hour
The Christmas markets on Heumarkt and Alter Markt are really magical. Enjoy some more refreshing Kölsch beer or warming mulled wine, while you discover these two Christmas Markets.
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30 min
This is one of Cologne's smallest Christmas markets, where often live music is played. Enjoy some fresh Kölsch beers, mulled wine or Feuerzangenbowle, a traditional German alcoholic drink for which a rum-soaked sugarloaf is set on fire and drips into mulled wine.
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The Cologne Christmas Market
30 min
Cologne's largest and most known Christmas market, right next to the impressive Cathedral.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Berlin).
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour
Can I cancel Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
We will meet you at Brauerei zur Malzmühle. Please ask at the door.
What's included?
- Exclusive insights to our favorite brewhouses and the local beer Kölsch
- Guided tour over Cologne's magical Christmas markets
What's not included?
- Drinks (for purchase: Kölsch beers in the brewhouses, mulled wine or other drinks at Xmas market)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Heinzels Wintermarchen, The Cologne Christmas Market.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by The Kölsch Crew
