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It’s almost the messiest time of the year folks – the Munich Starkbierfest season is back and we are already stocking up on headache tablets…and creating the ultimate guide to share!
Starting at the end of February, breweries around the city will be celebrating the wonders of face-melting Starkbier through their respective Starkbierfest celebrations.
What is Starkbierfest?
During the springtime between Karnaval and Easter, Munich hosts the Starkbierfest (Strong Beer Festival).
Beer lovers in the local beer halls and breweries consume heavy quantities of strong beer during this time period -some even begin in February!
It is still probably the least known of Munich’s beer festivals despite being historically (and socially) a pretty big part of the city’s annual events calendar.
So, where can you celebrate Starkbierfest in the city? Here’s a quick guide.
Paulaner am Nockherberg Starkbierfest
Well let’s start with the obvious shall we? The most famous Starkbierfest in Munich takes place at the Paulaner am Nockherberg, where plenty of bench-dancing and Sweet Caroline await.
They’ve been celebrating Starkbierfest every year here since 1870, so they definitely know what they’re doing… the Paulaner monks did pioneer the whole Starkbier thing, after all!
Festivities kick off here after the famous Starkbierantisch on March 3, 2023 – so if musical/political roasts are your thing, keep an eye out for that!
When: March 10, 2023 – April 2, 2023
Where: Paulaner am Nockherberg, Hochstr. 77
Tickets: €14,90 ( €2 entry plus € 12,90 beer voucher). More info here
Löwenbräukeller Starkbierfest
Triumphator fans, unite! The Löwenbräukeller will once again be decked out for Starkbierfest shenanigans.
With the initial tapping event planned for March 10, 2023 and then plenty of beer a flowin’ every weekend until the end of the month.
When: March 10,2023 – March 25,2023
Where: Löwenbräukeller, Nymphenburger Str. 2
Tickets: €5 for ticket, €11,50 for a maß of Starkbier Click here for more info.
Augustiner Keller Starkbierfest
Looking to slurp on some sweet, sweet Maximator? Starkbierfest at Augustiner-Keller (Munich’s oldest brewery) has you covered!
Live music and drunken debauchery await from the end of February all the way until April!
When: February 24, 2023 – April 1, 2023
Where: Augustiner-Keller, Arnulfstr. 52
Tickets: €9,80 for a ticket, €9,30 for a mass of Starkbier Click here for more info
Donisl Starkbierfest
For three great weeks in March you can pop by this central Munich spot for a nice dark beer for a nice low price.
And if you are looking to enjoy Bavarian music and a good atmosphere, you should stop by on Fridays and Saturdays in the evening.
When: March 3, 2023 – March 25, 2023
Where: Weinstraße 1
Tickets: Free Admission, €4,90 for a ,5 liter Starkbier Click here for more details
Ayinger Bräustüberl Starkbierfest
For those of you outside of Munich, Ayinger Starkbierfest is a great option.
Here you can enjoy the special Ayinger Celebrator Starkbier and all the great live music, wirtshaus vibes. Just make sure you email them directly for table reservations as you cannot book online. Just send your request over to [email protected] !
When: March 10, 2023 – April 2, 2023
Where: Münchner Straße 2, 85653 Aying
Tickets: €12 for a ticket, Click here for more details
Perlacher Bräustüberl Starkbierfest
The Perlacher Bräustüberl Starkbierfest will happen every Friday and Saturday from 6p.m to 10p.m from February to April. They will also be offering not just one but two different starkbier variations; Jakobator and Valentinator!
Have a peek of their website here for the full details.
When: February 24, 2023 – April 1, 2023
Where: Unterhachinger Str. 78
Tickets: Free Admission, €10,60 for a mass of Starkbier
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