5 Altbier hotspots in Düsseldorf that you should know about on German Beer Day

April 23 is German Beer Day, and if you live in Düsseldorf or are visiting, there's one drink you can't miss: Altbier.

Maybe you've already tried it and immediately celebrated. Maybe you're still thinking: "Altbier? Sounds a bit... old?" But don't worry - Altbier has nothing to do with dusty clichés. On the contrary: it is brewed by hand, deeply rooted in the region and has a strong character. And if you taste your way through the best addresses in the city, you'll notice: Alt can taste damn cool.

Together with Visit Düsseldorf, we have made it our mission on this special day to celebrate the good old Alt (hah!) in style and introduce you to the house brands at a glance.

Here are 5 breweries where you can get to know Düsseldorf at its most authentic - with a glass of Alt in your hand, of course:

1st Uerige - a bitter classic with cult status

Right in the old town, with a view of the town hall and the Rhine around the corner: the Uerige is probably the best-known address for Altbier in Düsseldorf. The beer here is particularly tart, the crowd is mixed, and the atmosphere? Genuinely Rhenish - direct, warm, a little loud, but always good.

2. Füchschen - Altbier for all those who like it round

A little milder than the Uerige, but just as traditional: the Füchschen on Ratinger Straße is ideal for relaxed evenings with friends. The bar is rustic, the beer is delicious - and if you want something to eat, you can get really good home cooking here.

3rd Schumacher - Altbier with history

Founded in 1838 and thus the oldest home brewery in Düsseldorf. Whether on Oststraße or in the brewery Im Goldenen Kessel in the old town: Schumacher serves you a full-bodied Alt with tradition - without it seeming old-fashioned.

4th Zum Schlüssel - solid, cozy, charming

A little more malty in taste, but pleasantly soft on the finish. At Schlüssel, you sit in the middle of the old town, the atmosphere is relaxed, the service is fast - and once you have a glass in your hand, it usually doesn't stop at one.

5. shorter - young, modern, but genuine

Altbier meets industrial look at Kürzer: open brewing concept, young crowd, casual atmosphere. Here you can get an honest Alt that dares to do something - ideal for anyone who wants to slowly approach the world of Altbier or try something new.

Conclusion: Altbier is more than just an after-work drink

Altbier is as much a part of Düsseldorf as the Rhine and the Fortuna logo on the wall. It is a piece of the city's history that is best experienced on site - with a glass in your hand, a friendly cheers and a few more rounds than originally planned. (The Köbes will know when you're ready for the next Alt anyway).

So on German Beer Day, this is more than just an occasion: it's an invitation. To taste, enjoy and perhaps even fall a little bit in love with this honest, unadulterated beer specialty.
Fancy more now? You can find Visit Düsseldorf 's blog article on the YouTube series "Altbier United" here. Or explore the old town and its breweries on this Altbier safari and become a true Altbier expert in just 2 hours!

With this in mind: Cheers and happy Beer Day! 🍻