Local Beer in Tychy

"The country of Poland has, however, a drink brewed from wheat, hops and water, known in Polish as “piwo”, and since nought exceeds it in fortifying the body, it is not only the delight of the native inhabitants but also of excellent taste for foreigners."
Jan Długosz (1415-1480), a Polish historian, a chronicler, a clergyman, a geographer, a diplomat, the first Polish heraldry scientist, the author of the “Chronicles of the famous Kingdom of Poland”.

Tyskie Brewery__An old brewery postcard, Tychy

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Old villa of the brewery director (early 20th century)

Tyskie Brewery: Old brewhouse decor

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The brewery in Tychy was first officially mentioned in the documents of 1629. That year is considered the foundation year of Tyskie Brewery, a well-known Polish brand. Over the course of the centuries, Tyskie beer became known as special beer, as such gaining many followers, even though it was not the cheapest of beers. Today, Tychy Brewery is not only one of the oldest Polish breweries, but also the only Piolish brewery whose beer production has continues uninterrupted for about 400 years. Tyskie beer became a sought-after branded product, superior brand that attracted more and more beer lovers, who wished to treat themselves to something better.

Tyskie Brewery_Siegfried II Promnitz, Duke of Pless

Tyskie Brewery_Old production shops, Tychy

Tyskie Brewery Museum, Tychy

Tyskie Brewery Museum square, Tychy

Today, the tents and signs of Tyskie Brewery can be seen wherever you go in Poland and even abroad. We noticed those promotion marks in practically all the towns and cities we visited in Poland, even though there are dozens of other Polish beer brands on sale at supermarkets. I got interested in the phenomenon of Tyskie beer. This beer became kind of symbols of Silesia, a region where a number of different national cultures met. Both Germans and Poles have developed the region and this brewery for a long time. The medieval beginnings of this beer and its development history also make it special. Thus a sense of identity and the awareness of origins and traditions provide this brewery some good force for development and marketing.

"I get angry with these caressed landlords, who advise them to seek rebuke to beer. Do not drink until you feel like you want to eat."
Jan Kochanowski (1530-1584), a Polish Renaissance poet is commonly regarded as the greatest Polish poet before Adam Mickiewicz.

At the Irish pub in Tychy

At the Irish pub, Tychy

Tyskie beer is almost at every step you make, Tychy

Tyskie beer, Tychy

At Otters Fountain sponsored by Tyskie Brewery, Tychy

Dining at Zywiecki Restaurant, Tychy

Huhu Cafe, Orzeszkowa Street,Tychy

Here's to you, friends!

Tichauer Civic Brewery whose trademark is Tichauer occupies the area of 3.71 ha. Already in 1896, arrangements were made with the railway regarding the construction of a railway siding. The Society for the Construction of Breweries in Brzeg was the main shareholder. The location was chosen in the vicinity of the railway station, by a pond and a watercourse. The Browar Obywatelski (the Civic Brewery) was opened in 1897. In the following year, both city breweries in Tychy reached an agreement on uniform prices and the division of the market. Since then, the two plants have worked under the same management without competing with each other. In the interwar period, production was modernized and the plant was slightly expanded.

Tichauer Civic Brewery, Tychy

Tichauer Restaurant

Kloster Pub located at 15 Education Street has functioned in the famous NOT building since 1993. This legendary pub hosted most of Polish and many foreign bands.

The pub has two levels, a professional stage, and a summer terrace. It’s a legendary place in Tychy. The old regular customers often call it Jazzowa – the Jazz Place. The restaurant is one of the largest in the city. On weekends it is often difficult to find a seat, even on the stairs. Therefore, it is better to reserve your seats as early as possible.

The downstairs level is always more intimate and is mostly occupied by old regulars. On warm days, you can select your seats in one of the two gardens or at the terrace. We agreed with the FB page that this place was a great place to spend an evening with friends listening to some good music.