Every Saturday morning in Pécs, the city’s living beer history opens its doors. The Pécs Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde), Hungary’s oldest brewery still in operation, runs guided factory tours with a pro-led tasting at the end—simple, unpretentious, and absolutely catnip for anyone curious about how good beer is made.
The brewery is at 7600 Pécs, Tavasz Street (Tavasz utca) 13, and the program runs Saturdays from 10:00 to 12:00. Groups are formed depending on the number of participants, so you’ll want to register ahead. Sign-ups close on Thursday at 20:00, and your spot is only confirmed once you receive a reply. The visit costs 4,000 HUF per person—about 11 USD—and that includes the guided tasting in the showroom at the end.
You’ll meet the brewery’s guides on site, and they’ll walk you through the brewing process step by step, from the mash and the boil to fermentation and bottling, including what sets different beer styles apart. It’s hands-on in spirit: see the equipment, learn about the ingredients, hear how water, malt, hops, and yeast are handled at scale, and then taste the results with a knowledgeable host who makes sense of aromas, bitterness, and balance.
Capacity is flexible and friendly for groups—if you’re bringing more than 15 people, they can arrange weekday tours too. To sign up, email the address provided in the listing with your planned group size, and keep an eye out for the confirmation, which locks in your place.
When To Go
The Saturday schedule runs like clockwork from December 2025 into summer 2026. Pick a weekend and you’ll find a tour waiting. Current dates on the calendar include:
– 2025.12.06 • 2025.12.13 • 2025.12.20 • 2025.12.27
– 2026.01.03 • 2026.01.10 • 2026.01.17 • 2026.01.24 • 2026.01.31
– 2026.02.07 • 2026.02.14 • 2026.02.21 • 2026.02.28
– 2026.03.07 • 2026.03.14 • 2026.03.21 • 2026.03.28
– 2026.04.04 • 2026.04.11 • 2026.04.18 • 2026.04.25
– 2026.05.02 • 2026.05.09 • 2026.05.16 • 2026.05.23 • 2026.05.30
– 2026.06.06 • 2026.06.13 • 2026.06.20 • 2026.06.27
– 2026.07.04 • 2026.07.11
All tours are in Pécs and run 10:00–12:00. Registration is required by Thursday at 20:00 of the same week.
What You’ll Experience
Expect a concise, craft-loving walk-through of:
– Brewing fundamentals—how malts are selected and milled, how mash schedules affect flavor and body, and what the boil does for bitterness and stability.
– Fermentation—how the yeast strains are chosen, temperature control, and how lagering or conditioning shapes the final profile.
– A tasting—guided by a brewery expert, featuring house beers and special releases, where you’ll learn to pinpoint malt sweetness, hop character, and how balance works across styles.
The vibe is down-to-earth, with plenty of time to ask questions and compare notes with other visitors.
How To Book
– Price: 4,000 HUF per person (about 11 USD), including guided tasting.
– Register by email with your planned headcount by Thursday at 20:00.
– Confirmation is essential—your booking is only accepted after the brewery replies.
– For groups of 15+ people, weekday slots are available on request.
If you need to speak to someone, the contact person listed is József Aradi, and phone numbers are provided in the event listing.
Where To Stay Nearby
Pécs makes it easy to turn the tour into a weekend. A few options close to the historic core and scenic hillsides:
– Adele Boutique Hotel: A 4-star stay inside a 19th-century, heritage-listed building in the historic downtown. Rooms and apartments mix period features with modern comfort in polished style.
– Bagolyvár: Perched above Pécs on Havihegy, known for clean air and calm. The standout detail is the characterful design—19 rooms decorated with motifs from Hungarian folk art, plus six suites inspired by traditional wine press houses, each channeling a famous Hungarian varietal. Guests get peace, sweeping views toward Zengő, and a Hungarian restaurant with classic and international dishes, plus a soft spot for old-school Hungarian desserts.
– Barbakán Hotel: A few steps from Pécs Cathedral, this three-star spot offers two-, three-, and four-bed rooms, a conference room, and garage parking—a simple landing pad near the old town.
– Family-run guesthouse in the Mecsek hills: In a quiet villa district above downtown, equally close to forest trails and the city. Within minutes, you can stroll woodland paths or head to the center; the Zoo and Da Vinci Private Clinic are nearby, and the Mandulás recreation area is a short walk with playgrounds and fire pits. Group stays get free guided hikes, and trails lead up toward the TV tower.
– Boutique Hotel Sopianae: Right in the city center, where a monument-style exterior meets a modern interior. Expect tailored, high-level service with a personal, discreet touch in a cozy atmosphere.
– Büdöskúti key house: A rustic, hikers’ favorite between Remete-rét and Orfű, about 800 m off the main road on the Blue Trail (KÉK) and Green Cross routes. Sleeps 12—ideal for outdoorsy groups linking a brewery visit with a Mecsek trek.
– Apartment hotel near the World Heritage early Christian sites: Minutes from the Cathedral and the city’s museum street, set in the villa quarter—handy for culture-hopping and quiet evenings.
– Former convent stay: Housed in the Canonesses of Our Lady’s former residence, a Baroque, heritage-listed building from around 1870 that’s been fully renovated—historic charm outside, refreshed interiors within.
Make A Day Of It
Pair the brewery morning with a stroll through Pécs’s historic core, the UNESCO-listed Early Christian Necropolis, and Museum Street, then head into the Mecsek for sunset views. Book your spot early, bring your curiosity, and let the country’s oldest working brewery pour you the backstory—one glass at a time.
