## BrauHaus MaNaMaNa: Borussia fan pub and house brewery in Mönchengladbach’s Altstadt

BrauHaus MaNaMaNa is a pub and small brewery at Alter Markt 12 in the heart of Mönchengladbach’s Old Town (Altstadt), a short walk or bus ride from the main train station.
Since 2008 it has combined two clear identities under one roof: a Borussia Mönchengladbach fan pub (“Borussia Fankneipe”) and a house brewery serving its own beers. Manamana

The exterior is easy to spot: a mural-covered façade opening onto a large terrace on the Alter Markt square, one of the densest nightlife spots in the city.

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## Atmosphere & crowd

Inside, BrauHaus MaNaMaNa is spread over multiple levels with wooden staircases, Borussia scarves, and football memorabilia. Reviews consistently describe an “English pub style” interior, friendly staff, and a relaxed, informal vibe.

As a Borussia fan pub, match days are a focal point. One long-time review highlights that all Borussia Mönchengladbach games are shown on screens (supported by DAZN and Sky), with fans filling both levels. The pub’s own channels describe it directly as a “sports bar with its own brewery” where all Borussia games are screened.

Crucially for away supporters and international visitors: multiple reviews mention that visiting fans from other clubs (including Bayern and Leicester City) were made very welcome and appreciated the atmosphere. That gives you a good indication that the pub aims to be inclusive, even if local allegiance is very clear.

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## House-brewed MaNaMaNa beer

One of the biggest draws is that BrauHaus MaNaMaNa brews its own beer above the bar in a small in-house brewhouse. Manamana

According to the brewery’s own description, they produce three core styles: Manamana

– MaNaMaNa Helles – a pale lager brewed in-house
– MaNaMaNa Alt – a darker altbier style
– MaNaMaNa Weizen – a wheat beer

These are poured alongside other German beers such as Krombacher Pils and regional wheat beers, listed in check-ins on beer-rating platforms.

Reviews describe the beer quality as a strong point: guests repeatedly praise the “self-brewed beer” and call the place a small craft beer brewery in everything but name.

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## Watching football at BrauHaus MaNaMaNa

For many visitors, this is the place in town to watch Borussia Mönchengladbach:

– The pub describes itself as a Borussia Fankneipe and states that all Borussia matches are shown.
– Reviews confirm that numerous sports, especially football, are shown on multiple TVs and a big screen, using Sky and DAZN.
– Football-specific review sites and travel write-ups call it one of the top football pubs in Europe, especially recommended before and after Borussia home games.

### Getting from BrauHaus MaNaMaNa to Borussia-Park

If you’re combining the pub with a match at Borussia-Park:

– Distance: roughly 5 km from Alter Markt to Borussia-Park.
– Bus: Line 007 runs directly from Mönchengladbach Alter Markt to “Mönchengladb. Am Borussiapark” about every 30 minutes, with a journey time around 12 minutes (schedules can change; always confirm on the day).

This makes it realistic to pre-game at Alter Markt, take the bus out to the stadium, and drop back into BrauHaus MaNaMaNa after the final whistle.

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## Practical information (hours, prices, contact)

### Address & contact

– Address: Alter Markt 12, 41061 Mönchengladbach, Germany
– Phone: +49 2161 2933026
– Official website: brauhaus-manamana.de Manamana

### Opening hours – and why you should double-check

Opening times are documented in several places, and they are not identical, which suggests they change at least seasonally and may be adjusted for match days:

– The city’s “Nette Toilette” scheme currently lists BrauHaus MaNaMaNa as open Tuesday–Friday from 17:00 and Saturday & Sunday from 14:00.
– The pub’s own contact page states Saturday and Sunday from 17:00, with Tuesday–Friday from 17:00 and Monday as a rest day. Manamana
– Older third-party listings (Tripadvisor, Map services) sometimes show extended hours into the early morning.

Because of these discrepancies, any specific hour you see online should be treated as potentially outdated. For an accurate time on your travel dates, it’s best to check:

– The official website’s current opening-hours section
– Recent posts or stories on the pub’s Facebook or Instagram accounts

### Price level

Restaurant review aggregators place the typical spend for food and drinks around €10–20 per person, with guests describing prices as attractive for the city center.

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## Accessibility & inclusivity notes

– BrauHaus MaNaMaNa participates in Mönchengladbach’s “Nette Toilette” programme. For this listing, the city explicitly notes that the toilets at the pub are not barrier-free and there is no baby changing table. Families needing changing facilities or step-free toilets will find better options at nearby venues such as Café Extrablatt on the same square, which lists both.
– Reviews repeatedly emphasize a welcoming, international crowd: staff are described as friendly, English-speaking, and open to visitors “no matter where you come from,” including away fans.

There is at least one recent review reporting a theft incident involving other guests and expressing concern about how it was handled. That is one data point among many positive reviews, but it’s sensible to follow standard city-nightlife precautions with bags and valuables.

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## How to get there

### From Mönchengladbach Hauptbahnhof

Mönchengladbach Hbf is the main rail hub, about 1–1.3 km from Alter Markt.

Options:

– On foot: around 15–16 minutes, depending on route.
– By bus: line 010 runs between the area around Alter Markt (stop “Mönchengl. Stadtverwaltung”) and “MG Hbf/Europaplatz” roughly every few minutes, with a ride time of about 6 minutes.

As with opening hours, bus routes and frequencies can change; confirm on the day via local transit apps or station information.

### Arriving from Düsseldorf or further afield

Most visitors coming from abroad or other German cities will arrive via Düsseldorf International Airport and then continue by S-Bahn (e.g., line S11) or regional trains to Mönchengladbach Hbf, as outlined in general city travel guides. From the station, follow the directions above.

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## Pairing BrauHaus MaNaMaNa with nearby sights

BrauHaus MaNaMaNa sits on Alter Markt, within easy walking distance of several Mönchengladbach highlights:

– St. Vitus Basilica – a local landmark mentioned explicitly in pub reviews as a nearby sight, forming part of the historic core around the Alter Markt.
– Museum Abteiberg – a short walk uphill, known for contemporary art and striking architecture; city directions to the museum use Alter Markt as a key reference point.

For a broader day in Mönchengladbach before settling into the pub in the evening, you can cross-reference other in-depth guides on RealJourneyTravels, for example:

– Mönchengladbach Wasserturm (Water Tower) – a detailed look at the city’s historic water tower and its limited-schedule tours. Journey Travels
– Mönchengladbach Zoo – information on the city zoo, including inclusivity notes and accessibility details. Journey Travels

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## Is BrauHaus MaNaMaNa worth adding to your Mönchengladbach plans?

Based on current, verifiable information:

– It offers house-brewed beer (Helles, Alt, Weizen) made on-site. Manamana
– It functions as a dedicated Borussia fan pub and sports bar, with live coverage of all Borussia matches and other sports on multiple screens.
– Ratings across Google, Tripadvisor, Facebook, and restaurant platforms cluster around 4.5–4.7 out of 5, with praise for atmosphere, staff, and value.

If you’re interested in German football culture, locally brewed beer, and a central Old Town base, BrauHaus MaNaMaNa is a factually well-supported choice to include in a Mönchengladbach itinerary—especially on a match day, with the caveats on accessibility and the usual nightlife safety habits in mind.