Kölsch means more in Cologne.
What does a coaster on top of your Kölsch mean? And why is a Halve Hahn, which literally sounds like “half a chicken”, not chicken at all?
Discover our Cologne A to Z of local customs, traditions, rituals and all the little quirks that make the city unique.
A dialect with its own sound.
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A true institution
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A keg full of Cologne spirit
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The brewhouse command post
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Good things come in eleven
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Cologne´s other side
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The right glass and the perfect pour
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Not chicken. All cheese.
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Two true Cologne originals
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Maybe they do exist after all
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As much a part of Cologne as the Cathedral and the Rhine
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It´s all about good taste
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Heaven and earth on one plate
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A true Cologne character
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FRÜH advertising is bolt, simple and unmistakably FRÜH. Since 1992, our red campaigns have become a familiar sight across Cologne. Explore the archive and discover some of the ads that have shaped the FRÜH look over the years.
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Experience Cologne hospitality at our own FRÜH brewhouses
From the Old Town to Cologne´s Veedel and beyond, each location has its own character and story. What they all share is traditional Cologne food, freshly tapped FRÜH Kölsch and a warm welcome, whatever the occasion.
Welcome to the world of FRÜH gastronomy.
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Kölsch in the heart of Cologne. Right next to Cologne Cathedral, it brings together beer, history and true brewhouse tradition. With its beer garden, historic cellar and “Stehbierhalle”, it is the original home of FRÜH and over 120 years of brewery history.
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A neighbourhood favourite in Cologne Nippes since 1913. Known as a traditional pub and firmly rooted in the Veedel, Em Golde Kappes brings together people from Nippes and across Cologne with freshly tapped Kölsch, traditional Rhineland food and a cosy, rustic atmosphere.
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FRÜH “Em Veedel” had been part of Chlodwigplatz since 1979. Set in the historic building of a former distillery, it serves traditional Cologne food and freshly tapped FRÜH Kölsch. To this day, the house also makes its own schnapps.
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A popular spot by the racecourse in Weidenpesch. The large beer garden beneath old linden trees is a lovely place to sit and stay for a while. Familys appreciate the traditional brewhouse food and the quiet, green surroundings. Parking is available right outside.
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Cologne classics such as Halve Hahn, black pudding and pork knuckle are served fresh from the kitchen, together with freshly tapped FRÜH Kölsch. At lunchtime, FRÜH Sport Fassbrause is also on the menu. There is also a traditional bowling alley for groups and sociable evenings.
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Himmel op Ääd brings a touch of Cologne´ Veedel spirit to the business district and offers a welcoming place to relax and enjoy good food. Guests can look forward to traditional Cologne dishes, warm hospitality and freshly prepared homemade meals, especially at lunchtime.
Enjoy freshly tapped Kölsch at several locations across the region. Whether in Heinsberg, at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Cologne Central Station, Münster or Trier, you will find Cologne hospitality, fresh Kölsch and a little taste of the Cologne way of life. Cheers!
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A day in Cologne. A night at FRÜH. Stylish rooms, Cologne Cathedral just steps away and a warm Cologne welcome. Stay right in the heart of the city, with everything Cologne has to offer close by.
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FRÜH supports sport, culture and community life in Cologne and across the region. Through our partnerships, we support local clubs, events and the hospitality scene, bringing people together and helping keep Cologne´s spirit alive.
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A great FRÜH starts with the right glas, the right temperature and a clear pour. Here you will find practical tipps on glas care, storage and serving, so every FRÜH tastes just as it should.
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