Im F眉chschen Brewery (Brewery at the Little Fox), Dusseldorf
The Brewery at the Little Fox (Brauerei im F眉chschen) is a legendary microbrewery in Dusseldorf's Old Town, committed to upholding the proud tradition of Dusseldorfer beer. Established as early as 1640, this iconic brewery has been refining its house specialty, Fuchschen Altbier, since 1848 using a family recipe that鈥檚 won acclaim for generations. Stepping into the brewery, you鈥檙e not just tasting beer but savoring history, with each sip tracing back through centuries of brewing expertise.
Throughout its storied past, the brewery has been resilient. Bought by Theodor and Louise Konig in 1908, it faced wartime hardship, with its cherished copper kettles removed during World War I, and was later rebuilt after being bombed in World War II. The brewery reopened in 1950 under Peter and Johanna Konig, and since then, the Little Fox has become a beloved fixture, drawing fans from all walks of life, including icons like Joseph Beuys and Udo Jurgens.
Today, the Brewery at the Little Fox remains one of only eight Dusseldorf breweries to craft Altbier on-site鈥攁 testament to its commitment to quality, tradition, and the unmistakable charm of Dusseldorfer craft beer.
Throughout its storied past, the brewery has been resilient. Bought by Theodor and Louise Konig in 1908, it faced wartime hardship, with its cherished copper kettles removed during World War I, and was later rebuilt after being bombed in World War II. The brewery reopened in 1950 under Peter and Johanna Konig, and since then, the Little Fox has become a beloved fixture, drawing fans from all walks of life, including icons like Joseph Beuys and Udo Jurgens.
Today, the Brewery at the Little Fox remains one of only eight Dusseldorf breweries to craft Altbier on-site鈥攁 testament to its commitment to quality, tradition, and the unmistakable charm of Dusseldorfer craft beer.
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Im F眉chschen Brewery (Brewery at the Little Fox) on Map
Sight Name: Im F眉chschen Brewery (Brewery at the Little Fox)
Sight Location: Dusseldorf, Germany (See walking tours in Dusseldorf)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Sight Location: Dusseldorf, Germany (See walking tours in Dusseldorf)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Walking Tours in Dusseldorf, Germany
Create Your Own Walk in Dusseldorf
Creating your own self-guided walk in Dusseldorf 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.
Rhine River Promenade Walk
The scenic Rheinuferpromenade (Rhine Promenade) is the lifeline of Dusseldorf. Currently one of the most beautiful places in the city and a very popular destination for both locals and tourists, this approximately 1.5-kilometer-long embankment was developed between 1990 and 1997 to a design by architect Niklaus Fritschi.
The project was easily one of the most successful waterfront... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
The project was easily one of the most successful waterfront... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Dusseldorf Introduction Walking Tour
The area at the confluence of the Rhine and Dussel rivers was on the outskirts of the Roman Empire and settled by Germanic fishing tribes. It is from these small beginnings that the town takes its name. "Dorf" translates to "village" in English. The city of Dusseldorf has since grown far larger than that original eighth-century fishing village.
Dusseldorf was first elevated... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Dusseldorf was first elevated... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Dusseldorf's Old Beer (Altbier) Walk
Just as London has given us Porter, Dublin 鈥� Stout, Burton 鈥� the original (English) IPA, and Cologne 鈥� Kolsch, Dusseldorf has contributed to the world of beers its signature Altbier. They say, Dusseldorf and Altbier go together like onion rings and blood sausage. Curiously enough, though, this delicious, cool-fermented and malty brew, ranging in color from dark brown to copper, is not... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles