Altstadt Brewery
Brewery
4.4 (3,004 on Google)
About Altstadt Brewery
Altstadt Brewery is a brewery, restaurant and pub in Fredericksburg with a Bavarian inspired setting. It brews classic German-style beers on the premises. The brewery says it was named Brewery of the Year at the 2026 Texas Craft Brewers Cup and the 2026 US Open Beer Championship.
Visitors can choose among the taproom, restaurant, Biergarten, Rathskellar, Grand Hall and Tractor Museum. The taproom pours the regular lineup and limited-release beers that are only available on-site.
The full service restaurant serves German favorites, pub dishes, desserts and a kids menu. Sunday brunch is available, while the Biergarten offers snacks, outdoor seating and views of the Texas Hill Country.
Brewer led tours visit the copper-plated brewhouse. Live music plays in the Grand Hall on weekends, and private events can use several spaces. It is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Fredericksburg on this site.
From Altstadt Brewery's own website and its Google listing, read September 25, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
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Questions people ask
Does Altstadt Brewery serve food?
Yes. The restaurant has a full service menu with German favorites, pub dishes, desserts and a kids menu. Sunday brunch is available.
Can I take a brewery tour?
Yes. Brewers lead tours of the copper-plated brewhouse on Thursdays and Fridays. Sign up at the front desk.
Is there outdoor seating at Altstadt?
Yes. The large Biergarten and patio overlook the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country.
Is Altstadt Brewery wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The entrance, parking lot, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible.
Which breweries are close by?
Ogle Brewery/Arch Ray Winery is 1.6 miles away and Witcher Brewing Co is 3.8 miles away. Fredericksburg Brewing Company is 5.4 miles away, followed by Fat Ass Brewery at 5.5 miles.
Answers come from Altstadt Brewery's website and its Google listing, read September 25, 2026.
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Before you visit Altstadt
Expect a large property with several distinct places to eat or drink. The taproom, restaurant, Biergarten, Rathskellar, Grand Hall and Tractor Museum each offer a different setting.
Check altstadtbeer.com before you go for current menus, limited-release beers, live music and other happenings. You can also review tour details, make a reservation or inquire about a private event there.
Ogle Brewery/Arch Ray Winery is the nearest brewery at 1.6 miles, so plan on a short drive. Witcher Brewing Co is another short drive at 3.8 miles.