Brauerei-Museum Dortmund — Attraction in Dortmund

Although I'm not the craziest beer lover, I enjoyed the museum. Everything was in German, which I don't understand. So, I used Google Translator to understand labels and other written texts.

There are guides in other days and beer tasting is available. So, definitely check their website and make a reservation in advance. Without a reservation the entrance is free and there is no tasting, although you can buy souvenirs and/or beer from their shop at the reception.

The museum contains the history of beer industry in Westphalian region in the 19th and 20th century, including individual producers, production processes, consumer habits, technological advancements and much more.

Spent 1.5 hours inside and...

The people here are so nice and warm. The museum tour is free. Though everything is mentioned in German, the lady at the counter would give you a three page English booklet which guides you through the museum. You can ofcourse Google translate a lot of the descriptions. There is a short movie available with English subtitles which draws a good precise of the history of Breweries in Dortmund. After an hour long tour, don't miss the beer for ein Euro at the exit. This place should be in the top 10 list...

I feel as if this is an overlooked gem in Dortmund. I went with two friends and we were the only three in the museum the entire time. The museum is free and the history and memorabilia in it is really fascinating. When I was there, there was a man who worked for the brewery when it was still producing beer and he told us all about the museum and answered any questions we had. If you have a free gap of time and are looking for something to do, take a quick u-Bahn to this museum and...