Racibórz Brewery, Historical brewery in Racibórz, Poland
Racibórz Brewery produces pale lagers, porters, and seasonal beers in a 19th-century building complex. The facility includes production areas, restaurant spaces, and historic structures that preserve the site's brewing heritage.
Written records of brewing at Racibórz Castle date to 1567, making it one of Poland's oldest operating breweries. After a major fire in 1858, the facility was rebuilt with a steam engine that modernized production at that time.
The brewery uses open fermentation methods and sources local ingredients to create beers reflecting regional Silesian identity. These craft approaches remain visible in how the brewery operates today and shape the character of each batch.
Visitors can join guided tours through the facility and taste different beer varieties. The on-site restaurant provides a place to relax and learn more about the brewing process.
The brewery preserves records showing how regional brewers in the 16th century worked together to protect their quality standards. These early documents offer rare insights into craft practices of that era and remain viewable today.
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