Pumpernickel Bakery

Founded in the 1980s when Thamel was becoming the trekking hub of the world, Pumpernickel Bakery set the benchmark for European baking standards in Nepal. Over four decades later, it remains an essential sanctuary for fresh sourdough, whole-wheat baguettes, and rich chocolate celebration cakes.

Artisanal European Baking Tradition

Every morning before dawn, bakers at Pumpernickel fire up the ovens to bake traditional German rye, rustic country sourdough, and multi-grain loaves without artificial preservatives. Their display counter showcases rich cheesecakes, authentic Bavarian strudels, and custom celebration cakes.

The Iconic Garden Courtyard

Tucked behind the busy streets of Thamel, Pumpernickel’s open-air courtyard garden provides a quiet green oasis where travelers, authors, and local regulars gather over freshly brewed Illy coffee and warm pastries.

Custom Celebration Cakes

For birthdays and milestone occasions in Kathmandu, Pumpernickel crafts rich chocolate truffle cakes, black forest gateaux, and fruit tarts that have celebrated generations of family anniversaries and mountaineering expeditions.