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Welcome to the Bockbieranstich at Brauerei Sauer 2027 in Roßdorf am Forst
In Roßdorf am Forst, a small village that belongs to Strullendorf just a few kilometers south of Bamberg, the family run Brauerei Sauer holds its annual Bockbieranstich, the ceremonial tapping of its bock beer, every autumn. The brewery has been in business since 1784 and sits right in the heart of the Fränkische Toskana, part of the region with the highest density of breweries in the world. The exact date for 2027 has not yet been confirmed, in recent years the tapping has taken place on a Friday in the middle of October.
Highlights and Attractions at the Bockbieranstich in Roßdorf am Forst
- The ceremonial tapping of the first barrel of freshly brewed Rossdorfer Bockbier
- A cozy beer garden plus the brewery's separate Gambrinusstube hall
- Franconian food classics such as pork chops, Schäuferla and Flammkuchen
- An intimate, small town atmosphere set apart from the region's larger beer festivals
- Part of the wider Bockbier season across the Fränkische Toskana and Fränkische Schweiz, when many local breweries tap their bocks one after another in the fall
Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Roßdorf am Forst
The Bockbieranstich at Brauerei Sauer traditionally runs as an all day event in and around the brewery's inn, centered on warm Franconian food and the freshly tapped Rossdorfer Bockbier. In previous years the brewery opened in the late morning and the celebration continued into the late evening. No official program details for 2027 have been released yet, the brewery typically announces these shortly before the event.
Tickets and Admission for the 2027 Bockbieranstich
As with comparable Bockbieranstiche in the region, no admission fee is typically charged for this event. Guests only pay for food and drinks on site. Official confirmation of the exact conditions for 2027 has not yet been published.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation near Roßdorf am Forst
- Roßdorf am Forst lies about 8 kilometers south of Bamberg, with the nearest train station in nearby Strullendorf
- Since this is a popular yet fairly small village event, arriving early is a good idea to secure a seat in the beer garden or inn
- Evenings can already turn cool in mid October, so a warm jacket is worth packing
- The visit pairs well with a day trip to nearby Bamberg
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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