Fritze, a cabaret performer from Dortmund, will take you on an extremely entertaining journey through the storey of how a cultural icon of the Ruhr Valley came into being: the “Büdchen” (small corner shop).

Learn why “Trinkhallen” (off-licenses) reflect the uniqueness of the Ruhr region,
evoke childhood memories and have become cultural treasures for an entire region.

The storey of the “Büdchen” comes to life in an incredibly entertaining way thanks to the iconic character Fritze, who involves guests up close in the unfolding of history.

Historically gripping, hilarious to the max, absolutely unparalleled – a classic that both Dortmund locals and visitors should experience.

What else you will learn:
The history of Trinkhallen: from the bus stop to the iconic little shop
City history: how a civil servants' suburb became Dortmund's most popular area
Economic history: from a harebrained idea to a cultural asset

Perfect for
Groups, bachelor/hen nights, individuals & team building