Step into Pécs’s living beer history with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Pécsi Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde), Hungary’s oldest continuously operating brewery, and cap it with a guided tasting of house beers. On select summer Saturdays, the brewhouse at 7600 Pécs, Tavasz Street (Tavasz utca) 13 opens its doors for a close-up look at how malt, hops, water, and yeast become the city’s favorite pints—then invites you to taste the results in its showroom with a beer expert leading the way.
When to Go and How It Works
Tours run every Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00, with start times adjusted to the number of participants. Registration is required and closes by Thursday at 20:00 before the visit. Your booking is only confirmed once you receive a reply from the organizers. The visit costs about $11 per person and includes the guided beer tasting at the end of the tour.
If you’re organizing a larger outing, there’s good news: groups of more than 15 can request weekday slots as well. To join, email the contact provided and include your planned group size. The organizers reserve the right to change the date and program.
What You’ll See and Taste
Guides take you across the full brewing journey, from the heat of the brewhouse to the calm precision of fermentation. Along the way, you’ll meet the raw ingredients up close and learn how recipe choices shape aroma, color, and body. It’s hands-on insight into time-honored techniques, modern equipment, and that local flair Pécs is proud of.
The finale unfolds in the brewery’s showroom, where a specialist walks you through a lineup of Pécsi beers. Expect a guided tasting that covers flavor profiles, pairing ideas, and how brewing steps echo in the glass. You’ll leave with a sharper palate—and probably a new favorite style.
Key Dates and Address
– July 4, 2026 – Pécs, Tavasz Street (Tavasz utca) 13
– July 11, 2026 – Pécs, Tavasz Street (Tavasz utca) 13
Official address: 7600 Pécs, Tavasz Street (Tavasz utca) 13.
For questions or more details, reach out to the listed contact person, József Aradi (Aradi József).
Booking Tips
– Sign up by Thursday at 20:00 before your chosen Saturday.
– Wait for confirmation; that’s when your spot is set.
– Large groups (over 15) can arrange weekday visits.
– The fee is about $11 per person, tasting included.
Where to Stay Nearby
Turn the beer tour into a Pécs weekend and stay close to the historic core:
– Adele Boutique Hotel: A polished 4-star spot in a protected 19th-century building in the historic center. Rooms and apartments blend period charm with modern comfort.
– Guesthouse apartments: A four-person apartment plus guest rooms for easy, comfortable stays.
– Bagolyvár: Perched above Pécs on airy Havihegy, this scenic hideaway charms with rooms adorned in Hungarian folk art and six suites inspired by famous Hungarian wine styles. Enjoy the calm, the sweeping city panorama toward Zengő, and the on-site Hungarian restaurant known for traditional dishes and desserts.
– Barbakán Hotel: Steps behind Pécs Cathedral, this hotel offers two-, three-, and four-bed rooms, a conference room, and garage parking—an easy base just outside the old town.
– Family-run pension on the Mecsek hillside: A quiet villa neighborhood above downtown puts you near city life and forest trails. The zoo and Da Vinci private clinic are close; Mandulás playgrounds and fire pits are a short stroll away. Groups can book free guided hikes.
– Boutique Hotel Sopianae: A heritage facade outside, modern design inside, set right in the city center with tailored, friendly service.
– Büdöskúti lodge: A key-access hikers’ house halfway between Remete-rét and Orfű, about 800 m off the road along the Blue Trail and Green Cross routes, sleeping up to 12—ideal for nature-loving groups.
– Villa-district aparthotel: Near the UNESCO-listed Early Christian monuments, the Cathedral, and Pécs’s famed museum street—historic sights within a short walk.
– Renovated baroque residence: In the former convent of the Congregation of Our Lady Canonesses, an 1870s listed building now fully modernized in the city center.
– Central city hotel: Quiet location within a short walk of the Mediterranean-feel pedestrian streets. The Knowledge Centre and Kodály Centre concert hall are about 1,640 feet away.
Where to Eat and Drink
– Street food bistro and café in the heart of the Rose Garden (Rózsakert) park—casual bites in a green oasis.
– Angyali Kísértés Chocolate: Craft chocolates, bonbons, and homestyle sweets for a sweet-tooth interlude.
– Hearty local restaurant: Big portions, family-friendly atmosphere, and everything from schnitzels and grilled meats to fish, oven-baked dishes, risottos, pasta, flatbreads, and pizzas. Plenty of salads, soups, and desserts for good measure.
– Classic Hungarian kitchen downtown: Reliable quality, fair prices, a daily changing lunch menu, and speedy service. Breakfast from 8:00 with foamy coffee, sandwiches, house pogácsa, and hand-stretched strudel. They also handle standing receptions and small events on- or off-site.
– Aranykacsa Restaurant (Aranykacsa Étterem): Local ingredients, modern technique, and a warm atmosphere. Wine tastings in the Vinarium; casual wine, beer, and meals in the Tüke room; family and protocol dining in the Zsolnay room; plus the upstairs Dakk room and garden for weddings, banquets, and birthdays.
– Bagolyvár Restaurant: Folk-art charm, countryside calm, and a panorama of Pécs. Hungarian and international classics, with a soft spot for heritage recipes and sweets.
– True bistro at the Balkans’ gateway: Fresh, homey flavors from good ingredients, served casually with excellent value.
– Big Bell Restaurant (Big Bell Étterem): Now with a craft show-brewery and its own beer garden—ideal for continuing the beer theme after your tour.
– Bohemia Beer Kitchen (Bohemia Sörkonyha): In downtown Pécs, built on three Bs: Beer, Burger, BBQ.
– Borostyán Fast Food (Borostyán Gyorsétterem): A Király Street (Király utca) quick-service go-to for weekday lunches, open Monday to Friday 11:00–16:00, focused on quality at a fair price.
Plan Your Brewery Day
Reserve early, grab a central hotel, and pace your tastings—there’s plenty to sample. Whether you’re a brewing nerd or just beer-curious, the Pécs Beer Tour pairs history with hops and leaves you with new flavors to chase across the city. Organizers may change dates or programs, so always check your confirmation before you go. Cheers to a Saturday well spent in Pécs.
