Germany has a wide range of great rooftop bars, with pretty much all of the major cities offering a large selection of elevated venues for drinks and bites with a view.
From rooftop beach clubs and elevated Mediterranean-inspired escapes, to chic rooftop cocktail bars and urban lounges, a summer in Germany is best enjoyed on top.
Our complete and up-to date guide to the 10 Best Rooftop Bars in Germany feature all info you need about each rooftop, all at the same place, so you don’t have to scroll around on several different sources finding it.
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Whether you’re looking for an upscale rooftop dinner, a laid-back rooftop brunch, a vibrant rooftop party or a luxurious hotel rooftop pool, we’ve got you covered.
In short: Floating high above Heidelberger Altstadt, jil Rooftop Drink&Dine invites to a beautiful and modern rooftop setting, where creative cuisine meets bar culture and impressive views. Part bright and chic interior dining room with panoramic windows, and part spacious and lush outside terrace, jil Rooftop comes surrounded with spectacular 360° vistas over the Old Town, the Heidelberg castle and the green hills.
Food & Drinks: Rooftop restaurant and bar, here you can indulge in a diverse menu filled with creative European cuisine and a carefully curated drink selection. Options range from succulent steaks and mouthwatering seafood specialties, to vegetarian and vegan options, complemented with perfectly crafted cocktails and an extensive wine selection featuring both local and international labels.
What we say: Open year-round, the elegant yet vibrant jil Rooftop Drink&Dine is a prime Heidelberg spot for a relaxed dinner or a special evening with a special someone, chill after-work drinks, of fun-filled wekends during 'Beats&Bottles', with DJs and food-sharing creations all night long.
In short: On top of the shopping mall GALERIA Frankfurt an der Hauptwache, in the heart of the city, you find a modern, diverse and all-day rooftop venue. Called THE VIEW, the 7th floor rooftop blends a bright and stylish interior with a spacious and airy outdoor terrace, all surrounded with amazing and panoramic views over Frankfurt. To get up here, just grab the express-lift that goes directly to the rooftop.
Food & Drinks: Up here you can indulge in a wide range of culinary offerings at any time of day: from German cuisine with seasonal and regional delicacies to popular international dishes, including light salads, hearty pizza and pastas. To go with the food you find everything from refreshing Aperol Spritz, wine and cool beer, to aromatic coffee.
What we say: For breakfast with a view, during shopping, for a sunny lunch break, or to enjoy a cozy get-together with friends and family - there are many occasions when a visit to the THE VIEW is just right. Preferably during the warmer season, when the sky lounge terrace is open.
In short: On the top floor of the amazing 25hours Hotel Bikini Berlin you find Monkey Rooftop Bar, inviting to a trendy, vibrant and cosy-chic setting. This lush and vibrant indoor-outdoor rooftop bar offers panoramic views over the city and the Berlin Zoo (the name actually comes from the views you get over the zoo's monkey house).
Food & Drinks: 10 floors above the buzz, here you can enjoy a wide range of creative and crafted signature cocktails, along with wine, beers and various bites from the adjecent NENI rooftop restaurant.
What we say: Head up to the rooftop early for some social and sunny sips, or visit for buzzing nights above Berlin, with different live DJs playing most nights of the week.
In short: Located on the 47th floor of the ONE Tower, 185 meters above Frankfurt, NFT Skybar is Germany’s highest rooftop bar, inviting to a truly elevated and unique setting. Part of the modern and creative hotel nhow Frankfurt, NFT is part sleek, colorful and futuristic interior lounge, and part wraparound outdoor terrace, surrounded with amazing and panoramic 360° views of the city skyline and the Taunus Hills.
Food & Drinks: The rooftop menu, a canvas of creativity and innovation, features carefully crafted signature cocktails, as well as exquisite snacks and bites. You can also purchase exclusive and unique NFTs by Spanish artist David Zuker, with the artworks being based on the signature cocktails.
What we say: Open most evenings of the week, NFT Skybar offers something out of the ordinary, and it's a must try for a lux and extravagant experience, high above Frankfurt.
In short: Located on the 7th floor at the 5-star Le Méridien, HERITAGE Hamburg Rooftop Bar is a modern and stylish venue to enjoy the best of the city from above. Set over two floors, the rooftop holds a year-round indoor lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, complemented with an airy summer outdoor terrace. With a beautiful interior design all around, the prime feature at HERITAGE Rooftop Bar might still be the views: unique and panoramic vistas over the glittering Alster Lake.
Food & Drinks: Here you can enjoy a great selection of handcrafted fine cocktails and creative mixology. Try one of the signatures or sip a glass of champagne, all in a buzzing atmosphere.
What we say: Open to all every day and every night, HERITAGE is a great spot for amazing sundowners any day, but the rooftop regularly also host fun events, including Hamburg's hippest after-work, and Sunday afternoon live music concert with local artists (October to March).
In short: Found in the heart of Dortmund, on top of the modern Basecamp Hotel, Baseology is a social rooftop bar and restaurant where you can meet, drink, eat and enjoy. Covering the 6th floor, here you find both an airy and urban interior lounge, as well as a lush and charming outdoor terrace, all surrounded with panoramic views over the city.
Food & Drinks: Open for breakfast, as well as dinner, drinks and late night snacks, here you can indulge in a great selection of carefully curated signature and classic cocktails, brews, wine, homemade lemonade and locally roasted coffee. Food-wise, you find fresh bowls and burgers, along with tasty bites and desserts.
What we say: From day to night, Baseology is a place to to work or socialise, with friends or on your own, accompanied with great drinks, views, music and food.
In short: Set right in front of the Ulm Central Station, the excellent and trendy boutique hotel Me and All Hotel celebrates Ulm's spirit, all the way up to the top floor. Here, 8th floors above it all, you find ÜBER Bar, the heart of the hotel, and the highest rooftop in the city. Part modern and sleek interior lounge, there is also a spacious and comfy outside terrace, where you are surrounded with spectacular views, including the Minster, and on a clear day, the Alps.
Food & Drinks: The bar serves cocktails, feel good spritzes, local brews and global wines. There's also a rooftop restaurant called Azeitão, where you can discover the diversity of Iberian cuisine, from classic tapas to sophisticated main courses, in a setting filled with Mediterranean joie de vivre.
What we say: Open from noon to around midnight pretty much all days and all year (with the outdoor terrace in full swing during the warmer months), ÜBER Bar is a great place to relax with travelers and locals in a charming atmosphere.
In short: At the elegant yet informal The Blasky Hotel & Rooftop, you can wine and dine with panoramic views over the Frankfurt am Main skyline. The top floor of this modern hotel comes with a beautiful rooftop, where a Gatsby-influenced and elegant interior meets a spacious and bright outdoor terrace.
Food & Drinks: Both rooftop restaurant and bar, you can visit The Blasky rooftop for dinners and enjoy an extraordinary and seasonal culinary experience, where local and international flavours are accompanied by handpicked wines. Or you head to the rooftop bar, serving perfectly crafted cocktails ranging from 'Gatsby 20th Specials' to self creations with a twist, as well as classic spirits, sparkling, beer and softer options.
What we say: Great for any night above Frankfurt, The Blasky Hotel & Rooftop also host happening events, including glamorous Gatsby Parties and sunset sessions with live music.
In short: Munich’s old town is fantastic place that should not go undiscovered when you visit the city. At the very heart of the town, there hides a place called Munich Sushi Club. A fancy and luxurious rooftop setting, perched atop the trendy Mandarin Oriental, the bar welcomes visitors to an exquisite 360° vista of entire Munich.
Food & Drinks: Up here you can indulge in a fusion of refined Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, creative signature cocktails and Beverly Hills vibes.
What we say: The Mandarin Oriental rooftop is a premium spot for elevated Munich outings, attracting a trendy crowd, and the prices are accordingly. But it is well worth it to enjoy the fantastic views, the great service and the vibrant yet chill-out ambience. And if you stay at the hotel, for dips in the amazing rooftop pool.
In short: On top of Radisson Blu Hotel in Mannheim City Center you find Roof Bar, a stylish and modern 6th floor destination, offering amazing view over the city.
Food & Drinks: Working as both bar and restaurant, here you can enjoy classic drinks as well as a the bartenders own creations, made with top-quality ingredients, complemented with a food menu including everything from homemade burgers, fresh salads and pasta, to steaks and sophisticated desserts.
What we say: Open every evening, Roof Bar Mannheim is an elevate yet relaxed chill-out venue, offering something for every visitor (over 18 years old). On select event nights, DJs turn the atmosphere sky-high.
Hans has visited over 500 rooftop bars, 200 rooftop pools and 300 rooftop restaurants since 2015. This vast experience has made Hans a true rooftop expert, and one of the most knowledgeable in the field. Today, numerous of travel magazines, bloggers and media websites contact Hans to get his expertise on rooftops.
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