🍻 Plzeň: The Holy Land of Lager Beer!

Even as a non-beer enthusiast, I couldn’t resist visiting the birthplace of Pilsner lager – and what a fun solo adventure it turned out to be! 🚂 Why Plzeň? ✔ Only 1.5h by train from Prague ✔ €10 tour includes brewery visit + unfiltered beer tasting ✔ Perfect for curious travelers (not just beer nerds!) 🎟️ Tour Tips • Book early! English/German tours sell out fast • Arrive 30min early (tour lasts 80min, not 60!) • Go to the bathroom first – no breaks during the tour! 🏭 Inside the Pilsner Urquell Brewery 1️⃣ The Story of Lager Discover how golden beer was invented here in 1842 Taste fresh hops (warning: bitter for 15min!) 😖 2️⃣ Modern Factory Walkthrough Watch high-speed bottling lines (30,000 bottles/hour!) Cool historical videos (way more fun than expected!) 3️⃣ The Magical Cellar Oak barrel tasting: Cloudy, bitter, but smoother than pub beer Friendly staff: The guide even offered to take my solo pics! 📸 😅 Solo Traveler Realities • Group vibe: Mostly couples/families • The one cute guy: 17 y/o with his parents (RIP holiday romance dreams 💔) 🍺 Other Brewery Options • Kozel (known for dark beer) • Gambrinus (cheaper, local favorite) #PilsnerUrquell #BirthplaceOfLager #CzechBeer #SoloTravel #Plzen #BeerTour #HiddenGems