What makes a Dortmunder lager?

Slightly maltier and a deeper gold than the Pilsners brewed in nearby Pils, the Dortmunder was a lager made for 19th century German industrial workers. High levels of sulfate in the region’s water gave the beer a distinct sulfur flavor that balanced with the bitterness from the hops.

Is Dortmund Germany Nice?

Consequently, Dortmund is a pleasant city to explore on foot, with one of the highest densities of pedestrian-friendly city squares anywhere in Germany. Dortmund is also well known for its famous football team, Borussia Dortmund.

Is Dortmund a safe city?

In terms of safety, Germany does not pose a huge risk to tourists. However, there have been cases of tourists – especially Americans – being harassed by German residents. Violent crimes in Dortmund are rare, but petty crimes – such as pick pocketing and purse snatchings are not uncommon.

What is a Helles Beer?

Helles, which simply means “bright” in German, is indeed a bright, malty alternative that retains the crispness of a lager without the spicy hops found in a pilsner. Like all lagers, Helles is made with a unique yeast variety, so it’s distinguished from ales during the fermentation process.

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Who is Donald Westlake’s Dortmunder?

Excerpt from character profile by Kevin Burton Smith, The Thrilling Detective Web Site Donald Westlake is the King of the Comic Caper Novel (any argument?) and JOHN ARCHIBALD DORTMUNDER, his prize creation, is the savvy professional thief whose plans always, for some strange reason, go spectacularly and hilariously awry.

Why is Dortmund called dorpmunde?

After 1320, the city appeared in writing as “Dorpmunde”. In the years leading up to 1344, the English King even borrowed money from well-heeled Dortmund merchant families Berswordt and Klepping, offering the regal crown as security.

What is Kreuzviertel in Dortmund like?

The Kreuzviertel is characterised by old buildings, the majority of which come from the turn of the 20th century (1884 to 1908). Over 80% of all housing in this area was constructed before 1948, with the oldest building the Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts still standing being from 1896.

Who are Eisadler Dortmund?

Eisadler Dortmund is the city’s ice hockey club that plays in Eissportzentrum Westfalenhallen an indoor sporting arena at the Strobelallee. They played in 2016/17 in the Oberliga, the third level of ice hockey in Germany.