6 great pubs

Peters Brauhaus

The whole of the Old Town is really one big brewery. This pub, however, is one of the most popular with locals.

Rathaus Line 5

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Lommerzheim

A legend on the “Schäl Sick” or “other side of the river” (Deutz). Come where the Päffgen-Kölsch is flowing and the fattest chops in the city are served.

Bahnhof Deutz Line 1 / 3 / 4  / 9

Malzm Hle

A popular pub in the historical center with traditional and modern interior. You can take a guided tour through the companies brewery - one of the oldest in town - on the other side of the rhine river.

Heumarkt Line 1 / 5 / 7 / 9

Fr H Em Veedel

“Join us for a drink” is a common invitation, and there is nowhere better to take someone up on it than in this venerable institution in Chlodwigplatz. Chlodwigplatz Line 15 / 16

Braustelle

In this modern definition of the traditional pub and brewery, you can taste your way through the selection of home-brewed craft beers. Try whatever you want – even the infamous “Ehrenfelder Alt” is on offer. Leyendeckerstraße Line 3 / 4

Brauhaus P Ffgen

An image of cosiness straight from the pages of a picture book. Find your own comfortable corner and settle in with the house Kölsch, which is produced in small batches in the attached brewery. Friesenplatz Line 3 / 4 / 5 / 12 / 15