We took another weekend trip to Lower Franconia. For some reason, I had never noticed before how Jesus dominates in Stammtisch presence (table for the regulars). This could only happen in a culture where alcohol and religion are closely tied together, such as in Northern Bavaria. It is not uncommon to stop by the pub for a drink, usually a Schoppen of wine, even after church on Sunday morning.

In a way this is a bit like Ireland, where most pubs are found around churches.

"Schreibstube" pub in Sennfeld

Wirtschaft (guesthouse) in Hambach

May all your drinks be blessed!

Tags: Crosses in German pubs, Franconian religion, religion and alcohol in Germany

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