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Welcome to the Keesmann Brewery Bockbieranstich 2027 in Bamberg
Brauerei Keesmann in Bamberg's Wunderburg district traditionally hosts its bock beer tapping every autumn - a fixture on the Franconian beer calendar that in recent years has taken place around the first Friday of October. In the picturesque brewery courtyard, the freshly brewed Keesmann bock beer is ceremonially tapped. The exact date for 2027 had not yet been published by the brewery at the time of research.
Highlights: What Makes the Bamberg Bock Tapping Special
- Ceremonial tapping of the freshly brewed Keesmann bock beer in the historic brewery courtyard
- Typical Franconian food to match the strong bock beer
- Convivial atmosphere with locals and beer lovers from across the region
- A highlight of Bamberg's bock beer season, which shapes numerous breweries in the city every autumn
- The tapping takes place outdoors in the brewery courtyard
2027 Date
In recent years the Keesmann tapping has taken place in October, in 2026 on October 9. An official date for 2027 is not yet available. Details on date and time are usually published by the brewery a few weeks in advance on its website.
Tickets and Prices
Entry to the Bockbieranstich is traditionally free, no ticket is needed. Only beer and food ordered on site are paid for.
Visitor Tips: Getting There and Accommodation in Bamberg
- Brauerei Keesmann is located in the Wunderburg, a central Bamberg district near the old town, easily reachable on foot
- As the tapping tends to be busy, arriving early is recommended for a good spot in the courtyard
- Evenings in early October can already be cool, so a warm jacket is advisable
- Anyone planning to stay overnight in Bamberg should book early given the popularity of bock beer season
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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