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Plzen, Czechia
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Food and drink · Czechia · West Bohemia
Pilsner Urquell Brewery
The brewery that first produced pilsner lager, with a tour and a tasting.
about 2 h
For storytellers
Why Pilsner Urquell Brewery matters
This is the birthplace of the golden lager style. The tour covers the brewing process, historic buildings and cool cellars, ending with a fresh unfiltered beer straight from the barrel. It is a must for beer lovers.
Talking points
- Pilsner-style lager takes its name from Plzen.
- The tour ends with a tasting from the cask.
- The brewery has a famous monumental gateway.
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