In Bad Schussenried there is a museum for the beer mug
When the invitation from the Bad Schussenried Museum for the beer mug fluttered into our house, we, let's say sporadic beer drinkers, were skeptical at first. Up until a few years ago, beer wasn't even on our shopping list - simply because we didn't like it. Only since we – or rather I – did that last year Newfoundland iceberg beer got to know and appreciate, we often have beer at home. As a beer abstainer, beer mugs and the entire beer culture are therefore not part of our everyday repertoire. Apart from the occasional visit to the beer garden, where we are more concerned with eating than drinking, everything to do with beer is rather foreign to us.
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We recommend the following accommodations in Bad Schussenried and the surrounding area:
Hotel America in Bad Schussenried*
This hotel is the perfect place to travel back in time. The historic building and the classically furnished rooms give the hotel a nostalgic charm. With good service and an in-house restaurant that serves regional delicacies, you will be spoiled all around here. The central location allows you to easily explore the Bierkrug Museum and other attractions.
Gasthof Adler in Bad Waldsee*
The Gasthof Adler is an inn with a long history and warm hospitality. The rooms are cosily furnished and the inn serves delicious regional dishes, including some tasty beer specialities. The family atmosphere and the location in the center of Bad Waldsee make the Gasthof Adler a popular starting point for travellers. It takes about 20 minutes to drive to Bad Schussenried.
Hotel Landgasthof Grüner Baum in Bad Waldsee*
The Landgasthof Grüner Baum is a charming hotel in a historic building that combines modern comfort with rustic flair. The rooms are spacious and stylishly furnished. In the hotel's restaurant you can try regional delicacies and the cozy beer parlor invites you to social evenings.
Bad Schussenried Museum for the beer mug
At first we thought we had misheard: Bad Schussenried in Baden-Württemberg actually has a beer mug museum. Our second thought as strict Oktoberfest refusers was: "This is definitely only something for hard-drinking beer fans." But it shows once again that one should not judge prematurely. So let's get going Bad Waldsee on the way, only a few kilometers away, to the neighboring town where the Schussenrieder Erlebnisbrauerei is based. It cannot be overlooked in the center of town with its imposing administration building, the restaurant and the fascinating museum for beer mugs on the first floor.
The Bad Schussenried Museum takes you through the cultural history of the region
And there is more to discover: the rose-colored glass jugs from Bohemia are particularly fascinating, suggesting that they were preferred by the ladies of high society. In fact, in the 19th century there were "beer parties" where women met like-minded people to drink beer - similar to today's coffee parties. This could possibly have been an expression of female emancipation. We are amazed at the interesting details we can find out about the variety of beer mugs in the Bad Schussenried Museum.
I find the noble beer mugs made of ivory or silver on display in the Bad Schussenried Museum particularly impressive. These sumptuous pieces once adorned the tables of royalty and noble families. But religious motifs can also be admired, such as the Trinity jug with spiritual representations as a decoration. Not to be forgotten are the Oktoberfest mugs, which should not be missing in the beer mug museum. There are also a large number of beer mugs that commemorate special events: anniversary mugs, graduation gifts, mugs as a reminder of club celebrations or mugs that were given to employees as recognition. One thing is certain: in the beer mug museum in Bad Schussenried, we learn that beer mugs are not only interesting, but also have their own fascinating history.
So we conclude our visit to the Bad Schussenried Adventure Brewery and the Bad Schussenried Museum for the beer mug as it should: with a leisurely lunch in the tavern. And there is - how could it be otherwise - the delicious roast beer with delicious potato salad and hearty sauce. A hearty dish that also goes perfectly with beer! Bottom up!
Schussenrieder Adventure Brewery
Wilhelm Schussen-Str. 12
88427 Bad Schussenried
Wire. (07583) 40411
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Are you traveling to the Bad Schussenried Museum in a mobile home?
- Campsites in the Bad Schussenried area* you can find and reserve here. There you can have your dinner after a trip in one Dutch Oven or on the portable grill prepare. You can also find Dutch oven accessories you can find here.
- Do you want to rent a mobile home? Then you can find information here, for example, and booking options. Or would you rather stay in one roof tent on the car? Also the overnight stay in camping tents is possible.
- Be sure to check our packing list for camperswhether you have packed everything for your motorhome tour.
- Here you can find for example Tips for motorhome trips.
- Not only the visit to the Bad Schussenried Museum is worthwhile. You can also visit Bad Waldsee Museum in the Kornhaus as well as in the Hymer Museum plan that shows the history of RV travel.
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Source Bad Schussenried Museum for the beer mug: Research on site with the support of the trip through Bad Waldsee
Text Bad Schussenried Museum for the beer mug: © Copyright Monika Fuchs and TWO
Photos: © Copyright Monika Fuchs and TWO
Video: © Copyright Petar Fuchs and TWO