Koblenz's Top Bakery Revealed in Merkurist Reader Survey

A recent Merkurist readers' survey has crowned Bäckerei Sascha Kamp as Koblenz's favourite bakery. The family-run business topped the poll with 19% of the votes. Behind it, long-standing and artisanal bakeries also secured strong support from locals.

Founded in 1928, Bäckerei Sascha Kamp now operates under its third generation of owners. The bakery is known for its homemade sourdough and creative offerings, including the 'Wilde Hilde' bread made from ancient grains. Its Hohenzollernstraße location earned it the leading spot in the survey.

Vollkornbäckerei Barth, a family-owned bakery since 1817, claimed second place with 16.3% of the votes. The business focuses on organic methods, milling its own grain from local sources. It runs several branches across Koblenz, including in the Old Town, Koblenz-Süd, and Karthause. Ulrikes Kulturbackhaus, with nearly 18 years of tradition, took third place with 10.6% of the votes. The bakery maintains artisanal techniques and operates two locations—one on Lührstraße and another in the Lühr-Center. Eifeler Backstube, another family-run business, secured fourth place with 9% of the votes. It offers over 50 varieties of bread and rolls, with a branch on Lührstraße that includes seating for customers. Die Lohners, a larger chain with over 180 specialty stores, rounded out the top five with 8% of the votes. Despite its wider reach, the bakery highlights its regional roots, with branches in Koblenz's Rauental, Güls, Karthause, and Niederberg.

The survey results reflect Koblenz's preference for bakeries with deep local ties and artisanal practices. Bäckerei Sascha Kamp leads the ranking, while long-established names like Vollkornbäckerei Barth and Ulrikes Kulturbackhaus also earned significant recognition. The top five includes both small family businesses and a larger chain with regional focus.