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Brewery „Zum Schlüssel“, Düsseldorf

Hausbrauerei Zum Schlüssel is a traditional brewery and brewpub in Düsseldorf's Altstadt, brewing Original Schlüssel Altbier on Bolkerstraße since 1850.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Hausbrauerei Zum Schlüssel is a traditional brewery and brewpub located on Bolkerstraße in Düsseldorf's Altstadt, described as the heart of the district known as the "longest bar in the world." The brewery states it has brewed on Bolkerstraße since 1850, using traditional open top-fermentation methods and the German Reinheitsgebot, and it serves its house-brewed specialties, especially its award-winning Altbier, alongside hearty home-style dishes. Its Original Schlüssel Altbier has twice been awarded the gold medal as best Altbier at the European Beer Star. The brewery also offers Original Schlüssel 0.0%, a non-alcoholic, sugar-free and low-calorie beer.

History

According to the brewery's own website, Hausbrauerei Zum Schlüssel has brewed on Bolkerstraße in Düsseldorf's Altstadt since 1850. It describes itself as a traditional, multiply awarded top-fermenting brewery that celebrates Düsseldorf brewing and drinking culture in its original form. The brewery uses open top-fermentation, a traditional brewing method typical of the region that allows only small production volumes, and it forgoes pasteurization. Its specialties, especially its award-winning Altbier, are presented as highlights of Rhenish brewing art. Original Schlüssel has twice been awarded the gold medal as best Altbier at the European Beer Star. The brewery is located directly opposite the Neanderkirche and brews according to the German Reinheitsgebot, using traditional methods and local ingredients.

Products and positioning

Traditional, award-winning house brewery and brewpub celebrating Düsseldorf brewing and drinking culture in its original form.

  • Original Schlüssel Altbier

    House-brewed, award-winning Altbier served fresh from the traditional 100-liter wooden barrel by the Köbes.

  • Original Schlüssel 0.0%

    Non-alcoholic beer described as clear, full-bodied and finely hop-aromatic, sugar-free and low-calorie.

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