What makes the Walberfest so special? Sometimes, it’s not about the beer.

The Walberlafest is perhaps Germany's oldest spring festival. Set high on a hill called the Walberla, it is certainly the most atmospheric. Hike around it before ascending for the most dramatic entrance.

rocky outcropping, hill with church, dark beer, half-timbered house in reflection

The Walberla Undressed

The Walberla is a special hill in Franconian Switzerland. Just west of Forchheim, it offers great hiking opportunities and some fine small regional breweries surrounding it.

The Magic of the Walberla

The Walberlafest is perhaps Germany's oldest spring festival. Set high on a hill called the Walberla, it is certainly the most atmospheric.

Drummer Dunkles

Drummer Dunkles Brewery: Drummer Town: Leutenbach Style: Dunkles Color: light brown Head: off white, dense Nose: malty with a whiff of chocolate Body: medium-bodied, low carbonation Palate: malty flavor, some chocolate notes Finish: dry and clean Served: on tap at the brewery Impression: I've only recently discovered this gem of a brewery that isn't as … Continue reading Drummer Dunkles