Must-see nightlife in Central Europe

  • Krazy Kanguruh

    Tyrol

    Owned by St Anton ski legend and two-time slalom world champion Mario Matt, this slopeside hotspot is loud, fun and jam-packed after 5pm. One too many…

  • Ginhouse

    Zell am See

    Move over Europop and shots – 'après chilling' is what the Ginhouse offers. It delivers, with 450 different varieties of gin, expertly mixed cocktails and…

  • Ça Passe Crème

    Lausanne

    Make for this barista-run cafe for the perfect cup of joe, be it an espresso, lungo or cold brew. Dream duo and self-confessed caffeine-heads Davide and…

  • Il Fermento

    Ticino

    For one of the top craft beers in town, swing across to this hip new urban microbrewery. Sip hoppy amber ales, zesty IPAs and malty bitters in the…

  • Moustache

    Innsbruck

    Playing Spot-the-Moustache (Einstein, Charlie Chaplin and co) is the preferred pastime at this retro bolthole, with table football and a terrace…

  • Kammgarn

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Tune into the local live-music and cultural scene at this textile factory turned arts centre. The line-up swings from blues, rock and jam sessions to…

  • Sennhütte

    Tyrol

    A sunny terrace, feisty schnapps, locals jiggling on the tables, live bands – what more après-ski could one ask for? In summer there's a wonderful herb…

  • Walter

    Plzeň

    Chic, minimalist coffee spot with excellent coffee drinks and a breakfast and brunch menu (including eggs benedict and pancakes) that have rapidly become…

  • Rutyna

    Carpathian Mountains

    Well stocked with booze, bonhomie and boogying patrons, joyful little Rutyna is a great place for a cocktail, craft beer, or a dalliance with young locals…

  • Café Pokrok

    Bohemia

    This tiny, cute cafe on the main square serves excellent coffees, as well as milkshakes, smoothies and various cakes and sandwiches. Some of the cakes are…

  • Zamkowe Tarasy

    Małopolska

    On a warm summer evening, there's no better place in Kielce than this popular beer garden located at the leafy end of Zamkowa towards the park. Fetch a…

  • Déjà Vu

    Slovakia

    Prohibition-era cocktails contribute to the vintage feel at Déjà Vu, which is awash in retro details like big timepieces and stone-effect tiles. This…

  • Rathaus Bräuerei

    Lucerne

    Sip home-brewed beer under the vaulted arches of this buzzy tavern near Kapellbrücke, or nab a pavement table and watch the river flow. You know this…

  • Yucatan

    Central Switzerland

    Engelberg’s après-ski heavyweight is this lively joint opposite the train station. Mega-burgers, fajitas, quesadillas, Thai curries and caipirinhas fuel…

  • Młody Byron

    Sopot

    Far from the lubricated wannabes on ul BMC, this elegant minipalace houses a quaint little coffeehouse (the former U Hrabiego), where more bookish types…

  • Krypt

    Vienna

    There's a deliciously secret feel to this blink-and-you'll miss it speakeasy – a cool, underground, brick-vaulted cellar, where the Viennese mingle by…

  • Galeria Herbaciarnia U Dziwisza

    Małopolska

    A civilised taste of an era when tea was a pastime; it boasts more than 100 varieties of tea leaf and an appealing range of calorie-rich accompaniments…

  • Tokaj Coffee Roasting Company

    Northern Hungary

    This is one of those nouveau cafes that takes its coffee very seriously (and its cakes too, judging from the oh-so-homemade taste; 300Ft to 450Ft). They…

  • Alterego

    Budapest

    Still Budapest’s premier gay club, Alterego has the chicest crowd and the best dance music on offer. Don't miss the drag shows by Lady Dömper and the…

  • Jazz Club

    Małopolska

    This great bar with frequent live jazz is located inside the city's Szczebrzeszka Gate in the defensive wall. In summer there are outside tables up high…

  • Avocado Bar

    Grindelwald

    This is a young ‘n’ fun place to kick back on a leather pouffe with a post-ski schnapps or to people-watch on the terrace in summer. There's occasional…

  • Pauza

    Kraków

    Walk up a flight stairs from within the Pasaż Bielaka to find this beloved street-smart bar, known for its arty and alternative atmosphere.

  • We Love Coffee

    Salzburg

    For a caffeine fix on the go, you can't beat this cute cafe in a converted Piaggio Ape, which parks up next to Mozartsteg. It makes mean espressos, chai…

  • Pub Mont Fort

    Valais

    In winter, this après-ski heavyweight near the Médran cable car station apparently sells the most beer in Switzerland. Its shots and shakers are equally…

  • Multitap Piwiarnia Częstochowa

    The Kraków−Częstochowa Upland

    At the back of a courtyard off al NMP, you'll find this welcoming pub with a dozen top Polish craft brews on tap. Settle in at one of the seasonal tables…

  • Kolibri

    Ljubljana

    Exquisitely crafted cocktails in a cozy nook on a hidden corner. The bartenders clearly take pride in their work, and there's live piano music on Fridays…

  • Bíboros

    Eger

    A subdued ruin bar by day, the 'Cardinal' transforms into a raucous dance club late in the evening; the cops at the door most weekend nights are a dead…

  • Barracuda Bar

    Interlaken

    Taking you through from coffee to cocktails, this cafe-lounge is a nicely chilled spot, with occasional live music. The bagels, paninis and wraps are…

  • Kuchlbauer

    Regensburg & the Danube

    This unmissable brewpub is half museum, half tavern with oodles of brewing knick-knacks lining the walls. The house beer comes in wheat, dark and Helles…

  • Riders Palace Club

    Graubünden

    The favourite hang-out of freestyle dudes, this too-cool bar in the lobby of the eponymous hostel rocks to gigs and DJs spinning beats into the blurry…

  • Heustadl

    Tyrol

    Just north of Sennhütte, this rollicking shack is always fit to bursting with beery throngs at its postski parties. There’s live music from 3pm to 6pm…

  • Operncafé

    Graz

    This traditional cafe does old school beautifully with homemade pastries, lots of things to read and pleasant, suited waiters who have found a calling in…

  • JBM Brew Lab

    Brno

    This destination pub is prized for its own home brews as well as for serving a wide range of carefully selected craft beers and IPAs from around the…

  • Parkhouse

    Graz

    A super laid-back bar in a lovely rotunda-style building in the park, perfect for an early or late drink. Check the website for details of DJs or live…

  • Indra Club

    St Pauli & Reeperbahn

    The Beatles' small first venue is open again and has live acts some nights. The interior is vastly different from the 1960s and there is a fine beer…

  • Café Republika

    Slovakia

    An uplifting, split-level cafe serving Žilina's best espresso along with wine and cocktails after sundown. The chocolate brownie goes well with either.

  • Black Bull Snowbar

    Valais

    Near the river, this wooden hut with bar stools to squat on outside is high-energy people-watching terrain. Full-on après-ski fun until the wee hours.

  • Tom's Beer Box

    Chur

    The bottle-top window is a shrine to beer at this chilled haunt in the Old Town, where locals spill outside to socialise and guzzle one of 140 brews.

  • Čajna Hiša

    Ljubljana

    This elegant and centrally located teahouse takes its teas very seriously. Also serves light meals (lunch €10) and there's a tea shop next door.

  • Zapa Cocktail Bar

    Český Krumlov

    Most of Český Krumlov empties out after dinner, but Zapa keeps going until after midnight. Expect a relaxed vibe and the town's best cocktails.

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