Beer price shock in Bavaria: where half now costs over 4 euros!

Beer price shock in Bavaria: where half now costs over 4 euros!

A cool half beer is simply part of a visit to the Bavarian beer garden - especially when the weather fits and the sun is shining. But how much do you have to put there? A current study by Antenne Bayern brings light into the darkness of the price spiral and shows interesting regional differences.

The study, which was carried out in the period from May 19 to 23, 2025, interviewed ten beer gardens in every administrative district. It turned out that the nationwide average price for half a beer is now 4.06 euros. The 4 euro mark has been exceeded for the first time, which raises the question: Who does the best business in the tasty temptation?

prices in detail

The price range is remarkable and varies greatly from region to region. The cheapest can be triggered in Upper Franconia, here half the average costs only 3.62 euros. On the other hand, there is Upper Bavaria, where the price reaches the highest value at 4.45 euros and is thus 22 percent above the price of 2024.

• Upper Franconia: 3.62 euros
• Upper Palatinate: 3.74 euros
• Middle Franconia: 3.99 euros
• Lower Bavaria: 4.03 euros
• Lower Franconia: 4.27 euros
• Schwaben: 4.33 euros
• Upper Bavaria: 4.45 euros

The rising prices cannot only be observed on the beer gardens. At the Oktoberfest, the most famous folk festival in the world, the prices for the measure of beer continue to attract. Those who hope for cheaper alternatives must therefore become creative and search in Upper Franconia, where the cheapest prices can now be found.

a drink with tradition

beer is not just a simple drink in Bavaria - it is part of the culture and belongs to every sociable get -together. As Antenne Bayern reports, it plays a central role on the drinks cards of the taverns, beer gardens and restaurants. It is therefore not surprising that this survey is of great interest for both locals and tourists who want to enjoy the end of work in the beer garden.

The differences in beer prices are clear and cannot only be attributed to the regional preferences. They also reflect the economic framework and the popularity of the respective regions. In Upper Bavaria you have to reach deeply into your pocket for enjoyment, while you can almost treat yourself to half the bargain price in Upper Franconia.

With these exciting insights into the beer price landscape, it is only to be hoped that the weather will hold up so well that we can all spend many good hours in the Bavarian beer gardens - too without strain on the wallet.