Overview
- Paulaner and Herzoglich Bayerisches Brauhaus Tegernsee signed an intention agreement to transfer Hopf, targeting a handover in January 2026.
- Hopf’s management remains in place under CEO Tilo Ruttmann, and the companies say all jobs will be preserved.
- No purchase price or detailed terms were disclosed by the parties.
- Paulaner’s leadership says Hopf will have better long‑term development prospects under Tegernseer as the group refocuses on core growth brands.
- Tegernseer cites a strong regional fit that pairs its helles tradition with Hopf’s weissbier heritage and extends existing hospitality partnerships.