Monschau offers some delicious delicacies that you can taste and discover during your visit. Here are some of the local specialties and culinary highlights:
- Monschauer Dütchen: This is one of Monschau’s most famous delicacies. It is a kind of sweet pastry made of wafer-thin dough that is filled with a mixture of nuts, sugar and spices. The result is a crisp and flavorful pastry perfect for coffee or as a sweet treat.
- Monschauer Senf: Monschau is also known for its mustard, called Monschauer Senf. This mustard has a unique flavor and is traditionally made according to an old family recipe. It is often used as a flavoring for meat dishes, salads and sauces. You can buy Monschauer Senf in several varieties, from mild to spicy.
- Printen: Prints are traditional spice cookies often associated with Monschau. They are made from a mixture of honey, spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, and flour. Prunes have a rich flavor and firm texture, and are often served as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.
- Rhineland specialties: In addition to local specialties, Monschau also has some delicious dishes from Rhenish cuisine. Think savory dishes like Sauerbraten (marinated and slow-cooked beef), Reibekuchen (potato pancakes) and Himmel und Ääd (mashed potatoes with applesauce and black pudding). These dishes introduce you to traditional German flavors and are worth tasting.
During your visit to Monschau, you can enjoy the local cuisine in the various restaurants, cafes and bakeries the town has to offer. Don’t forget to ask about the region’s specialties and taste the unique flavors of Monschau.
