Gotlands Bryggeri, Visby
Gotlands Bryggeri AB is a renowned Swedish brewery located in Visby on the island of Gotland. As a subsidiary of Spendrups Bryggeriaktiebolag, the brewery is known for its high-quality and innovative brews. Designed by local architect Birger Andersson, the brewery was completed in 1995. Since then, it has produced a diverse range of beers, including Medeltids枚l, Christmas beer, and the unique "Gotlands Bittar," made with 30 distinct Gotland herbs.
Under Brewmaster Johan Spendrup's leadership, the brewery has continuously experimented with new brews and expanded its reach beyond the island. Notably, their Hansapils beer reached the mainland through the popular Bishops Arms pub in 2007, gaining wider recognition.
To meet growing demand, the brewery has consistently expanded production, brewing an impressive 200,000 liters of wort in 2006. One of their successful ventures was introducing "Sleepy Bulldog," a pale ale, to Systembolaget's order range in 2009, expanding their market presence.
Gotlands Bryggeri is committed to sharing its brewing expertise with the public, offering guided tours during the summer months. These tours provide a firsthand experience of the brewing process and the passion behind their craft. Additionally, appointments are available throughout the year for those interested.
With a combination of traditional craftsmanship and innovative brewing techniques, Gotlands Bryggeri has built a strong reputation for exceptional beers. As they continue to meet increasing demand and explore new opportunities, the brewery remains a prominent player in the Swedish brewing scene, leaving a lasting impression on locals and visitors alike.
Under Brewmaster Johan Spendrup's leadership, the brewery has continuously experimented with new brews and expanded its reach beyond the island. Notably, their Hansapils beer reached the mainland through the popular Bishops Arms pub in 2007, gaining wider recognition.
To meet growing demand, the brewery has consistently expanded production, brewing an impressive 200,000 liters of wort in 2006. One of their successful ventures was introducing "Sleepy Bulldog," a pale ale, to Systembolaget's order range in 2009, expanding their market presence.
Gotlands Bryggeri is committed to sharing its brewing expertise with the public, offering guided tours during the summer months. These tours provide a firsthand experience of the brewing process and the passion behind their craft. Additionally, appointments are available throughout the year for those interested.
With a combination of traditional craftsmanship and innovative brewing techniques, Gotlands Bryggeri has built a strong reputation for exceptional beers. As they continue to meet increasing demand and explore new opportunities, the brewery remains a prominent player in the Swedish brewing scene, leaving a lasting impression on locals and visitors alike.
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Sight Name: Gotlands Bryggeri
Sight Location: Visby, Sweden (See walking tours in Visby)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Sight Location: Visby, Sweden (See walking tours in Visby)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Visby, Sweden
Create Your Own Walk in Visby
Creating your own self-guided walk in Visby is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Visby Introduction Walking Tour
Ask a Swede about Visby and you鈥檒l probably see a dreamy look on their face. It is fairly difficult to find anyone in the country who isn鈥檛 fond of this enchanting town, located on the island of Gotland, east of the Swedish mainland.
Visby's history dates back to medieval times when it was a prominent trading hub within the Hanseatic League. The town's name is believed to... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Visby's history dates back to medieval times when it was a prominent trading hub within the Hanseatic League. The town's name is believed to... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Church Ruins Walking Tour
Out of the total nineteen church ruins found in Gotland, twelve are in Visby. The period of church construction in Gotland was fairly short, from around the early 11th to the mid-14th centuries, with the last churches in Visby inaugurated in the 15th century.
Our first stop on this tour is the Saint Clemens Church, a majestic structure dating back to the 1060s. Once a grand display of Gothic... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles
Our first stop on this tour is the Saint Clemens Church, a majestic structure dating back to the 1060s. Once a grand display of Gothic... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles