Vietnamese beers present at Berlin beer festival for 18 years
Vietnamese beer and traditional dishes and products have been displayed at the 22nd International Berlin Beer Festival in the German capital on August 3 – 5.
Vietnamese beer have been present at the International Berlin Beer Festival for 18 years. (Photo: VNA)
Berlin (VNA) – Vietnamese beer and traditionaldishes and products have been displayed at the 22nd InternationalBerlin Beer Festival in the German capital on August 3 – 5.
It is the 18th year in a row Vietnam has setup a pavilion in the “longest beer garden in the world” recognised by theGuinness World Records.
The 2.2-km garden stretches along the Karl Marx Allee,the largest boulevard in Berlin, offering about 2,400 beers from 350 breweriesfrom all over the globe.
This year, Vietnam brings to the festival two of thecountry’s popular brands, Saigon and Truc Bach, alongside the country’s culinaryspecialties and traditional products like “non la” (Vietnamese conical hat),handheld paper fans and products made from rattan and bamboo. Vietnamese dancesand music are also introduced to locals, alongside a show of “ao dai”(Vietnamese traditional gown).
Addressing the event’s opening ceremony on August 3,Nguyen Xuan Hung, Director of Asia Sky Tours who runs the Vietnamese pavilion,said he is proud that Vietnam’s beer culture has been present for 18 years atthe International Berlin Beer Festival.
It is not only a great opportunity to introduce Vietnam’sbeer products but also its landscapes, culture and people to foreign visitors,he noted.
Eberhard Schollmeier, nicknamed King Gambrinus (the Kingof Beer), spoke highly of the enthusiasm and continuous presence of Vietnam inthe festival. “Vietnam has taken part in the International Berlin Beer Festivalfor 18 consecutive years during 22 years we hosted the event. It is truly afestive day and Vietnamese have found here a corner of their homeland.”
The three-day festival is expected to welcome more than 1million visitors. Like the world’s largest beer festival Oktoberfest annuallyheld from late September to early October in Munich, Germany, the InternationalBerlin Beer Festival is a big event in the European country to promote the beerindustry.
Last year, Hanoi and Saigon beers were promoted at theevent. –VNA
In the framework of the Berlin International Beer Festival, a ceremony to mark 15 years of Vietnam’s participation in the festival was organised in Berlin on August 7.
Hanoi and Saigon beers joined 2,400 other kinds of beers around the world at the 21st Berlin International Beer Festival in Berlin, Germany from August 4-6.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
Vietnamese beer have been present at the International Berlin Beer Festival for 18 years. (Photo: VNA)
