26. The Best German Beer Festivals Beyond Oktoberfest

Update: 2025-08-13

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Scott welcomes back German beer expert Franz Hofer for a tour of the best beer festivals in Germany outside of Oktoberfest in Munich. Franz reveals the fascinating origins of the fests before detailing what to expect at each one, and pouring out some advice on what to drink when you're there.

Links to Franz's website and all festivals & beers discussed can be found here:

https://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep26

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Theme music by Stu Wilson.

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Scott Hartbeck

26. The Best German Beer Festivals Beyond Oktoberfest