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33-744: The abbey is situated on a peninsula in the Danube, in a section of the river valley called the Weltenburg Narrows (otherwise known as the Danube Gorge ). By around 45 AD the Weltenburg area was the starting point of the Via iuxta Danuvium   – the Roman military and border road which followed the south bank of the Danube upstream to Brigobannis , the limes fort near Hüfingen. For

66-463: A Krügerl (0.5 L [0.11 imp gal; 0.13 US gal]). Canada has traditionally lacked an outdoor eating culture conducive to beer gardens. Cold weather and biting insects are part of the reason. However, with increased urbanization during the 20th century, drinking at outdoor cafes and restaurant patios became more common. Such patios are usually attached to licensed establishments. They became particularly popular with smokers in

99-691: A brewery , beer hall , pub , or restaurant . Facilities of this kind existed for example in Bamberg since 1605 under the German term "Bierkeller" ("Beer cellars"). At that time, the Archdiocese of Bamberg was directly subordinated to Rome and not yet to the Duchy of Bavaria . Hence, the first "Biergarten" in the strict sense of the term and of the decree of 1812 by the Kingdom of Bavaria developed at

132-716: A pub . In the countryside they usually provide a surrounding view of the area; in towns and cities a beer garden is an open garden space. Pubs located along canals will usually have a canal-side beer garden. Many pubs compete throughout the year to be named 'Britain's best beer garden' in numerous awards. Some provide open air music, as well as food, beer and other drinks. In the United States, historically, beer gardens offered many pastimes besides just beer drinking. Some spots hosted shooting galleries, bowling alleys, and live classical music. People could come for entertainment and events, even if they did not want to partake in

165-474: A concert or festival. They may be outdoors and/or indoors, depending on the season and other circumstances. Eligibility for the specific license needed to operate such an event varies by jurisdiction, and is often effectively limited to non-profit organizations. Despite the name, most beer gardens in Canada today serve other alcoholic beverages as well. Beer gardens are very popular at large sporting events such as

198-612: A generic term for open-air establishments where beer is served. Many countries have such establishments. The characteristics of a traditional beer garden include trees, wooden benches, a gravel bed, and freshly prepared meals. Some modern beer gardens use plastic chairs, fast food, and other variations of the traditional beer garden. The largest traditional beer garden in the world is the Hirschgarten in Munich , which seats 8,000. Australia has many beer gardens, typically as part of

231-670: A grilled chicken), Hax'n (knuckle of pork), and Steckerlfisch (grilled fish) are often served. Equally important to the beer garden is an atmosphere of Gemütlichkeit , conveying a feeling of warmth, friendliness, and belonging. Reinforced by shared tables, it is often accompanied by music, song, and fellowship among strangers. That is so integral to beer garden culture that the Bayerische Biergartenverordnung (Bavarian Beer Garden Ordinance) of 1999 permits traditional tree shaded venues that allow their patrons to bring their own food to close later and exceed

264-412: A honeycomb), Napoleon's Suitcase ( Napoleons Reisekoffer , which he is supposed to have left behind during his retreat to France). By contrast with the enormous water depth at the site of the actual gorge, there is a less striking stretch of river about halfway between Kelheim and Weltenburg, the so-called Wipfelsfurt . This is the shallowest point in the Danube between Ingolstadt and Regensburg. The bowl

297-578: A long time this road was the most important east–west route north of the Alps. At Mertingen ( Sumuntorium ) this route met the Via Claudia Augusta from northern Italy. There was already a settlement above the monastery on the Frauenberg in prehistoric times. Archaeological finds and excavations suggest that a Roman military station was constructed there. According to tradition, the abbey

330-576: A pub, or often next to sports fields . In Austria , the beer garden is called Gastgarten (guest garden). They serve food such as ein Paar Würstel (a pair of the German Bratwurst ) or Schweinebraten (German pot-roasted pork). When ordering beer, the choices are usually a Pfiff (0.2 L [0.044 imp gal; 0.053 US gal]), a Seidel (0.3 L [0.066 imp gal; 0.079 US gal]), or

363-599: Is 5.5 kilometres long and about 400 metres wide. The area is a designated nature reserve and bears the cadastre number NSG200.002. The area was designated as a natural monument under King Ludwig I of Bavaria as early as 1840. The nature reserve, which has existed since 1938, was awarded the European Diploma on 5 March 1978. It is part of the Natura 2000 network and the protected area of DE7136301, Weltenburg Narrows and Hirschberg and Altmühlleiten . In addition,

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396-724: Is a narrow section of the Danube Valley in the Lower Bavarian county of Kelheim , which has been recognised as a nature reserve and geotope . This section of the valley in the southern Franconian Jura is officially called the Weltenburg Narrows ( Weltenburger Enge ). The Weltenburg Narrows lies on the Lower Bavarian section of the River Danube between the town of Kelheim and Weltenburg Abbey . The nature reserve covers an area of about 560 hectares ,

429-399: Is common—they bring their own cloth(s) also. With the advent of widespread lagering in the later 19th century, beer gardens grew more popular than ever. Maximilian's decree is no longer in force, and many beer gardens forbid victuals not sold through the establishment. Common Bavarian fare such as Radi ( radish ), Brezn ( soft pretzel ), Obatzda (cheese dip), halbes Hendl (half

462-421: Is known today. Food service followed, aggrieving smaller breweries that found it difficult to compete, and they petitioned Maximilian I to forbid it. As a compromise, beer gardens allowed their patrons to bring their own food, which is still a common practice. Most beer gardens offer clothed tablesets, whose guests must buy food from the house. Those who bring their own food must use the bare table sets, unless—which

495-486: Is open to the public except for the section reserved for the monks themselves. Weltenburg Abbey brewery ( Weltenburger Klosterbrauerei ) is by some reckonings the oldest monastic brewery in the world, having been in operation since 1050, although the title is disputed by Weihenstephan Abbey . Weltenburger Kloster Barock Dunkel was given the World Beer Cup award in 2004, 2008 and 2012 as the best Dunkel beer in

528-564: The Feast of Saint George , for its production. The cool seasons were chosen to minimize the risk of fire when boiling mashed grain into wort . Numerous conflagrations had occurred, which resulted in the prohibition of brewing during the summer months. In response, large breweries dug cellars in the banks of the River Isar to keep their beer cool during storage. "Beer cellars" for consuming beer on premises naturally followed. To further reduce

561-519: The Memorial Cup in hockey. It is usually illegal to remove alcohol from the area or bring in outside alcohol. The words ‘beer garden’ derive from the German ‘Biergarten’, they are still a very common cultural aspect throughout Germany, where some of the world’s oldest breweries are still active. The majority of towns and even villages have at least one small beer garden. Larger cities will have many throughout its neighbourhoods, including some of

594-651: The Technical University of Munich , where a brewmaster degree is offered. In 2011, the world record for 'The world's longest beer garden' was set in Berlin by the Berlin Beer Festival, measuring 1,820 m (5,970 ft) long. Beer gardens are popular in Japan. Many are located on the roofs of department stores and hotels. In Britain a beer garden is an open space which is attached to

627-552: The parish house , school, teacher house and parish church of the village of Weltenburg. On the initiative of King Ludwig I , Weltenburg was re-founded as a priory of Metten Abbey on 25 August 1842. It renovated the convent and repurchased other properties, including the brewery. It has been a member of the Bavarian Congregation of the Benedictine Confederation since 1858 and was raised to

660-753: The area is also geotope no. 273R005. In 2002 the Weltenburg Narrows was awarded an official seal by the Bavarian Minister for the Environment for being one of Bavaria's most beautiful geotopes. In 2006 The Danube Gorge was listed among the 77 outstanding national geotopes of Germany. Geologically the Weltenburg Narrows belong to the Upper Jurassic ( limestone ), and therefore the most fossil -rich formations in Germany, which

693-482: The beginning of 19th century in Munich . While it is unknown which brewery was first, it was likely one of Munich's big six: Löwenbräu , Hofbräuhaus , Augustinerbräu , Paulaner , Hacker-Pschorr and Spaten . Seasonal limitations on when beer could be brewed were already in the Bavarian brewing regulations by 1539. In 1553, Albert V decreed a period from 29 September, the Feast of St. Michael , to 23 April,

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726-407: The cellar temperature during the warm seasons, 19th-century brewers layered gravel upon the cellars by the bluffs and planted horse-chestnut trees for their dense spreading canopies and shallow roots, which would not damage the cellars. Soon afterward, serving cool beer in a pleasant shaded setting emerged. Simple tables and benches were set up among the trees, creating the popular "beer garden" that

759-505: The drinking. Today, many beer gardens have outdoor games, as well as board games, available to patrons. The Raleigh Beer Garden in Raleigh, North Carolina holds the world record for largest selection of beer at a single location with 378 different beers on tap. American liquor laws condition how beer gardens can operate in each state (legal drinking age is 21). For example, Washington alcohol laws require organizers to apply for and receive

792-492: The largest beer gardens in the world. The Hirschgarten restaurant in Munich is noted for its beer garden, which is possibly the largest in the world. It has seating for well over 8,000 people. The restaurant dates back to 1791. Biergartens typically are of a particular local or regional brewery, meaning they serve only the beers of the brewery they are associated with. The world’s oldest brewery, Weihenstephaner (estd. 1041) has it’s beer garden next to its brewing facility and

825-437: The late 20th and early 21st century as smoking was prohibited in public indoor spaces, however as of 2024 such bans have been expanded in most jurisdictions to cover licensed patios as well. Canadian alcohol laws generally forbid drinking in unlicensed public places, although in recent years such policies have been relaxed in some jurisdictions. In Canada, beer gardens are generally a segregated area attached to an event such as

858-656: The latest, the abbey was under control of the Bishop of Regensburg . Wolfgang of Regensburg had a residence built on the Frauenberg above today's abbey. The abbey church (replaced in 1716) was consecrated in 1191, a single nave building with a crypt. Under abbot Konrad V (1441–50), the church, abbey buildings were renovated and life in the abbey reformed. It was not until the 18th century that Weltenburg Abbey rose to prominence under abbot Maurus Bächl (1713–43). The current monastery courtyard with its Baroque buildings date to his period. The abbey church, dedicated to Saint George ,

891-486: The noise limits that are otherwise in force. The term Biergarten is not otherwise restricted, and anyone can call any kind of open-air restaurant by that name, but purists distinguish between a Wirtsgarten , in which only the brewery's food is sold (such as the outdoor tables at the Hofbräuhaus am Platzl ), and a Biergarten , in which patrons may bring their own. The term "beer garden" ( Biergarten ) has become

924-460: The status of an independent abbey in 1913. The chapel underwent extensive restoration from 1999 to 2008 at a cost of around 6.5 million euro. In addition, the convent was renovated and the abbey fitted with flood protection . In addition to its traditional duties of hospitality the abbey has pastoral responsibility for two parishes. It is also active in farming and in adult education, and hosts conferences and lectures as well as concerts. The campus

957-436: The world. One wing of the abbey which faces the Danube river houses a large restaurant on the ground floor operated by a tenant. The traditional Bavarian menu includes the abbey's cheese and beer, and guests are also served in the monastery courtyard, which houses a large open-air biergarten during the warmer months. Weltenburg Narrows The Danube Gorge near Weltenburg ( German : Donaudurchbruch bei Weltenburg )

990-490: Was built by the Asam Brothers between 1716 and 1739. Following the confiscation of the abbey's silver church treasure and a ban on accepting novices, the abbey was officially dissolved on 18 March 1803 as part of the secularization of Bavaria during the process of German mediatisation . The abbey brewery and other manufacturing buildings found buyers, but the church and convent could not be sold. In 1812, they became

1023-597: Was founded in about 617 in the course of the Hiberno-Scottish mission by Agilus and Eustace of Luxeuil , two monks of Luxeuil Abbey , which had been founded by Saint Columbanus . It is believed to be the oldest monastery in Bavaria. Reportedly during the first half of the 8th century, the abbey adopted the rules of the Benedictine order and was supported by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria . By 932 at

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1056-868: Was laid down about 150 million years ago when the area was still a shallow sea. The gorge is enclosed on either side by rock faces up to 80 metres high, pierced by numerous small caves. Between the so-called Stillen and the rocks of the Lange Wand ( Long Wall ) the river narrows by up to 110 metres and attains a depth of 20 metres. The limestone formations bear sometimes fantastical names such as The Three Warring Brothers ( Die drei feindlichen Brüder ), Pirate Rock ( Räuberfelsen ), Kuchel Rock ( Kuchelfelsen ), Petrified Virgin ( Versteinerte Jungfrau ), Bavarian Lion ( Bayerischer Löwe ), Bishop's Mitre ( Bischofsmütze ), Two People Kissing ( Zwei Sich-Küssende ), Roman Rocks ( Römerfelsen ), Peter and Paul ( Peter und Paul ), Beehive ( Bienenhaus ) (a rock with holes like

1089-595: Was probably formed by a meteorite during the Ries Event 15 million years ago. Biergarten A beer garden (German: Biergarten ) is an outdoor area in which beer and food are served, typically at shared tables shaded by trees. Beer gardens originated in Bavaria , of which Munich is the capital city, in the 19th century, and remain common in Southern Germany . They are usually attached to

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