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The World’s 100 Best Bakeries

Bäckerei Hinkel

Düsseldorf, Germany

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BAKERIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 5 2026

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Bäckerei Hinkel

A family-run bakery in Düsseldorf's Altstadt with a century-long history, selling dozens of breads and pastries. Its seasonal loaves, from Altbier bread to kale and Pinkel, set it apart from other bakeries.

Highlights

  • Black Forest bread
  • Pig's ear pastry
  • Staff serving at the counter

Good to know

  • Queues often run out onto the street
  • Several staff serve at the same time
  • Busiest on weekends and before Christmas

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