Walk into the heart of Hungarian brewing at the Pécs Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde), the country’s oldest continuously operating brewery, and taste where heritage meets hops. Every Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00, the Pécs Beer Tour throws open the doors of the Pécs Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde) for a behind-the-scenes visit paired with a guided tasting of its specialty beers. It’s a compact, two-hour dive into craft, history, and flavor—finished with a proper clink of glasses in the brewery’s own showroom.
When, where, how
Tours run every Saturday, 10:00–12:00, at the Pécs Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde), 7600 Pécs, Tavasz utca 13. Registration is required and must be completed by Thursday at 20:00 before your chosen Saturday. Your spot is confirmed only after you receive a reply from the organizers. The visit is scheduled based on group size; if you’re coming with a group of more than 15 people, weekday time slots can also be arranged.
What you’ll see and taste
This is a living, breathing brewery tour. A professional guide from the brewery team walks you through the production flow—from the boil to fermentation—explaining the grains, hops, and yeasts that define the house style, and the steps that turn water and malt into beer with character. You’ll move through working spaces and equipment, then wrap up in the showroom with a guided tasting led by an expert. Expect a clear, hands-on introduction to how beer is made and why each ingredient matters, capped by a curated pour from the brewery’s lineup.
Tickets and booking
The tour fee is 4,000 HUF per person (about 11 USD), and it includes the guided beer tasting. You’ll need to register by email and include your planned headcount. Tours proceed once registration is confirmed by the organizers—keep an eye on your inbox for the go-ahead. If you’re coordinating a larger group (15+), reach out to arrange a weekday slot that fits your schedule.
Dates to mark
The tour runs every Saturday on the following dates: 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. Same time, same place, fresh batch each week.
Why Pécs, why this brewery
Pécs is a city that blends Roman layers with modern culture, and its brewery is part of that living fabric. The Pécs Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde) has been brewing for generations, making it a rare survivor among European beer landmarks. Stepping inside isn’t just about tasting—it’s about context: the machines humming, the scent of mash, the tradition carried by each glass. If you care about where your beer comes from, this is one for the list.
Contact and access
Find the brewery at Tavasz utca 13, 7600 Pécs. Contact details are available through the organizers, with a dedicated contact person listed as József Aradi (Aradi József). Phone lines are provided for inquiries, and images of the tour setup are available. Email is required for registration; make sure to include your expected number of participants so the team can plan group size and guide availability.
Make it a weekend in Pécs
If you’re traveling in for the tour, the city’s stay options come with character. The Adele Boutique Hotel delivers four-star comfort in a 19th-century protected building in the historic center, mixing period detail with modern design in rooms and apartments. For a hillside escape, Bagolyvár sits above Pécs on Havihegy, known for its fresh air and calm setting. It’s distinctive for its 19 rooms decorated with motifs from Hungarian folk art and six suites modeled after traditional wine press houses—each designed around the personality and mood of a different famous Hungarian wine. Add sweeping views toward the Zengő side of Pécs and a restaurant that leans into Hungarian classics (with a sweet tooth for old-school desserts), and you’ve got a quiet perch with a city panorama.
The Barbakán Hotel stands just behind Pécs Cathedral, close to the historic core, with 16 rooms across double, triple, and four-bed setups, backed by a conference room and garage parking. If you prefer the villa quarter above downtown, try the family-run pension on the Mecsek hillside: a pocket of green with forest trails five minutes away, yet just as close to the city. The local zoo and the Da Vinci Private Clinic are nearby, and the Mandulás recreation area—complete with playgrounds and fire pits—sits a few hundred meters away; it’s also a starting point for walks up toward the TV Tower. Groups can even book complimentary guided hikes.
For central convenience with a design twist, Boutique Hotel Sopianae pairs a heritage exterior with modern interiors and personalized service in the city center. If you’re hiking between Remete-rét and Orfű, the Büdöskút key house lies about 800 meters off the main road along the Blue Trail and Green Cross paths and can host up to 12 guests—a rustic base with trailheads at your door. Apartment hotels in the villa district sit just minutes from the UNESCO-listed Early Christian burial sites, the Cathedral, and Pécs’s famed museum street, combining privacy with a prime location.
You can even sleep inside history at a fully renovated Baroque property that once housed the Canonesses of Our Lady. Built around 1870 and protected as a monument, it now offers modern lodging behind an elegantly preserved façade, right in downtown Pécs. Pair any of these stays with a Saturday brewery date, and you’ve got a weekend that hits culture, nature, and beer—all within city limits.
