Brauerei-Gasthof Alter Kranen
A classic Franconian pub on the Main River, offering hearty German food, fresh beer from unique barrels, and a beautiful terrace.
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Brauerei-Gasthof Alter Kranen
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Must-see attractions
A classic Franconian pub on the Main River, offering hearty German food, fresh beer from unique barrels, and a beautiful terrace.
"Massive portions, great quality food. The waiter was very lovely and patient with us. "
Barrel Opening Ritual
Arrive around 17:00 to witness the special beer barrels being opened.
English Menu Access
Scan the QR code on the menu for an easily accessible English version. [^data]
Quick Facts
Cuisine
German
Price
Mid-range
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Riverside Terrace Views
Enjoy hearty Franconian dishes and great beer on a spacious terrace overlooking the Main River and Fortress.
Authentic Franconian Cuisine
Savor massive portions of delicious, traditional German food, with rave reviews for dishes like Sauerbraten and Schnitzel.
Unique Beer Experience
Witness the ritual of wooden barrels being opened at 17:00 for a taste of special, freshly tapped beers.
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Barrel Opening Ritual
Arrive around 17:00 to witness the special beer barrels being opened.
English Menu Access
Scan the QR code on the menu for an easily accessible English version. [^data]
Dietary Options
Explore the surprising vegetarian and vegan choices available, a rarity for Biergärten. [^M1]
Reservation Advice
Book ahead for terrace seating during peak times to guarantee a table. [^data]
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Barrel Opening Ritual
Arrive around 17:00 to witness the special beer barrels being opened.
English Menu Access
Scan the QR code on the menu for an easily accessible English version. [^data]
Dietary Options
Explore the surprising vegetarian and vegan choices available, a rarity for Biergärten. [^M1]
Reservation Advice
Book ahead for terrace seating during peak times to guarantee a table. [^data]
Budget Awareness
Be aware that prices have recently increased, so factor this into your budget. [^data]
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners praise the Brauerei-Gasthof Alter Kranen for its generous portions of delicious traditional German food and its stunning riverside terrace with views of the fortress. The beer selection is a major draw, especially the unique barrel-opening ritual. While most reviews are positive, some note that side dishes may not always be prepared in-house and that prices have recently increased.
"Had the sauerbratten and red cabbage, it was amazing!!!! Service was exceptional, especially since we had a large party!"
Tom Schiller
"Beer was the best from our experience. The rest was ok."
Filip Truhlář
"Went there with a family (7 people), everyone satisfied with the food. Ordered Weisswurst, which was absolutely amazing and came with absolutely mouthwatering bread slices. Cabbage was salted, maybe a bit too much for the portion but otherwise was really good. Pretzel is as good as everywhere in Germany, blueberry-honey lemonade is decent, but could be probably improved in terms of sweetness (I didn’t taste the honey there?).
Fries were not as good, something that can be improved on in terms of crispiness. Schnitzel was amazing, nothing to complain about there.
As for atmosphere, it was nicely done in terms of design, however it was decently loud, which is pretty normal in Germany.
Overall, everyone enjoyed the food and, if given the chance, would visit again. Definitely recommend to others!"
Frisky :D
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Frequently Asked Questions
Witness the unique beer barrel opening ceremony around 17:00 for a special treat.
Yes, you can access an English menu by scanning the QR code provided on the physical menu. [^data]
Yes, Brauerei-Gasthof Alter Kranen is one of the few Biergärten offering a good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes. [^M1]
Reservations are recommended, especially during peak times, to secure a table on the popular riverside terrace. [^data]
Diners consistently report massive portions, so come hungry!
Yes, dogs are very welcome and the staff are accommodating to ensure a relaxed experience for them.
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Der Brauerei Gasthof Alter Kranen liegt unmittelbar am Mainufer und bietet besonders im Sommer ein herrliches Ambiente und ausgezeichnetes fränkisches Essen. Ganz nebenbei ist es auch einer der einzigen Biergärten mit einer fabelhaften Auswahl an vegetarischem und veganem Essen, was mich natürlich besonders gefreut hat. Unbedingt testen solltest du zur Spargelsaison im Sommer die Spargelrahmsuppe, kombiniert mit einem vegetarischen Flammkuchen gibt es für mich kaum ein besseres Mittagessen!
Tourismus | Service | Gruppenreisen
Öffnungszeiten: Täglich 12:00 - 23:00 Uhr Sitzplätze: Hauptrestaurant 80, Nebenraum 85, Außenbereich/Biergarten 140 Speisekarten für Gruppen Bushaltemöglichkeiten direkt am Haus Kontakt: Herr Benkert, Kranenkai 1, 97070 Würzburg, Tel. 0931/99131545, Fax 0931/299131546, E-Mail info@alterkranen.de, www.alterkranen.de
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Auf den fünften Platz bei TripAdvisor hat es der Brauerei-Gasthof Alter Kranen geschafft. Vor allem der Biergarten mit Aussicht auf den Main und die Festung wird in den Bewertungen positiv bewertet. Auch die Bedienungen in Tracht kommen gut an.
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