Museum HopfenBierGut

About the museum

The granary in Spalt was built in 1457 by the prince-bishops of Eichstätt as a grain store. Originally a three-story half-timbered building with a steep saddle roof, in 1790 sandstone walls replaced the half-timbering on the ground floor and on the gable sides. From 1862 the building belonged to the town, which used it as a hop store; from 1897 to 1984 it also served as a hop inspection hall.

Between 2009 and 2014 the listed building was carefully restored, including a glazed staircase tower, new floors and gentle cleaning of the historic surfaces. During the investigation, a life-size soldier's drawing from the Napoleonic era was also uncovered.

In 2015 the HopfenBierGut opened here as a museum on around 1,200 square meters. Interactive displays combine with original historic objects on the history of hops and beer in Spalt; in 2017 the house received the Bavarian Museum Prize.

Highlights

• Three-dimensional city model of Spalt
• Panorama cinema about the hop year
• Walk-in brewing kettle and media beer table
• Tasting at the ProBierBar with souvenir glass
• Bavarian Museum Prize 2017

Permanent exhibition

• Hopfen- und Bier-Erlebniswelt im Kornhaus – Interactive permanent exhibition on the history of hops and beer in Spalt, with a city model, panorama cinema, walk-in brewing kettle and media beer table.

Founded

2015

Operated by

Stadt Spalt

Admission & discounts

Admission includes a tasting beer (0.2 l) and a souvenir glass. €1 reduction with the Bayerische Ehrenamtskarte or a valid VGN ticket (Tagesticket Plus, MobiCard, annual or company pass, valid on the day of the visit).

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Certified as "Barrierefreiheit geprüft" (Reisen für Alle): partly accessible for people with mobility and visual impairments.

Kids & families

• Hands-on stations

Interactive stations such as the walk-in brewing kettle, the media beer table and the panorama cinema; school groups pay a reduced rate. Spalt also offers a children's and family tour of the old town.

Getting there & parking

Via the B 2 (Röttenbach exit, 10 km), the A 6 (Lichtenau or Schwabach-West exit) or the A 9 (Hilpoltstein exit). Nearest ICE stop: Nürnberg Hbf; nearest station: Georgensgmünd.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

The HopfenBierGut specialty shop and the tourist information are in the building; tastings take place at the ProBierBar.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

Up to 60 guests.

Historic event room on the ground floor of the granary (approx. 60 seated, approx. 100 for a standing reception); free choice of caterer; conference technology available.

Plan your visit