- Brand origin
- Germany
- Main production
- Germany
Weihenstephan is a German dairy brand operated by Molkerei Weihenstephan GmbH & Co. KG. Weihenstephan is ultimately owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s., a family-owned group headquartered in Luxembourg.
molkerei-weihenstephan.deOwnership chain
- BrandWeihenstephanGermany
- Molkerei Weihenstephan GmbH & Co. KG
- Ultimate ownerUnternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s.Luxembourg
About Weihenstephan
What is Weihenstephan?
Weihenstephan is a German dairy brand based in Freising, Bavaria, near Munich. The brand is operated by Molkerei Weihenstephan GmbH & Co. KG and holds a position in Germany's premium dairy market. The portfolio contains around 70 products, according to the company's official website.
Who owns Weihenstephan?
Weihenstephan is ultimately owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Weihenstephan, Molkerei Weihenstephan GmbH & Co. KG, and Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s. Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller is a family-owned business.
Where does Weihenstephan come from?
Weihenstephan comes from Freising, Germany, and traces its historical roots to Weihenstephan Hill. A Benedictine monastery was established there around 1021, and Benedictine monks later began producing dairy products for their own use. A royal Bavarian dairy school was founded in 1898. The dairy moved to its current site at Gut Schlüterhof in Freising in 1998. Weihenstephan became part of Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller in 2000.
What products does Weihenstephan make?
Weihenstephan makes milk, cocoa drinks, butter, cream, yoghurt, and quark. The product range includes UHT milk, lactose-free milk, fruit yoghurt, cooking cream, and spreadable butter products. Weihenstephan introduced lactose-free UHT milk in 2006 and launched a cooking cream product in 2025.
Frequently asked questions about Weihenstephan
Is Weihenstephan a German brand?
- Yes. Weihenstephan originated in Germany and is based in Freising, Bavaria. The brand's history is linked to Weihenstephan Hill and the former State Dairy in Bavaria.
Who makes Weihenstephan milk and yoghurt?
- Molkerei Weihenstephan GmbH & Co. KG makes Weihenstephan milk, yoghurt, cream, butter, quark, and related dairy products. The company operates from Freising, Germany.
Is Weihenstephan owned by Müller?
- Yes. Weihenstephan is ultimately owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s. The group acquired Weihenstephan in 2000 and remains family-owned.
What dairy products does Weihenstephan sell?
- Weihenstephan sells milk, lactose-free milk, cocoa, butter, cream, cooking cream, yoghurt, and quark. The official company website describes a portfolio of around 70 products.
Where is Weihenstephan based?
- Weihenstephan is based in Freising, Bavaria, near Munich. The dairy's current site is located at Gut Schlüterhof.
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Sources: muellergroup.com, de.wikipedia.org
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Products from Weihenstephan
32- Weihenstephan ButterFood – Dairy / Butter
- Weihenstephan (Dairy & Brewery products)Multiple types – Dairy (Milk, Yogurt, Butter) and Beverage (Beer)
- Weihenstephan Rahmjoghurt (Cream Yogurt)Food – Dairy
- Weihenstephan SchlagsahneFood – Dairy (Whipping Cream)
- Weihenstephan H-VollmilchBeverage – Dairy (UHT Whole Milk)
- Weihenstephan Die Extrazarte butter spreadFood – Dairy
- Weihenstephan MilkBeverage – Dairy (Milk)
- Weihenstephan Joghurt NaturFood – Dairy
- Weihenstephan Haltbare Milch 1,5%Beverage – Dairy – UHT Semi-Skimmed Milk
- Weihenstephan Cremig & Quarkig VanillaFood – Dairy (Quark)
- Weihenstephan Dairy ProductFood – Dairy (e.g., Milk, Yogurt, Butter)
- Weihenstephaner ButterFood – Dairy
- Weihenstephan Die ExtrazarteFood – Mixed Spread (Butter & Rapeseed Oil)
- Weihenstephan Die Streichzarte unsaltedFood – Dairy Spread (Butter and Rapeseed Oil Blend)
- Weihenstephan H-Milch (Long-Life Milk)Beverage – Dairy
- Weihenstephan SchmandFood – Dairy
- Weihenstephan Rahmjoghurt KirscheFood – Dairy (Yogurt)
- Weihenstephan Mascarpone Joghurt auf ErdbeereFood – Dairy dessert
- Weihenstephan beerBeverage – Alcohol (Beer)
- Weihenstephan Alpine ButterFood – Dairy product
- Weihenstephan Haltbare MilchBeverage – UHT Milk
- Weihenstephan JoghurtFood – Dairy
- Weihenstephan Milk and Dairy productsFood – Dairy (Milk, Yogurt, Butter, Cream)
- Weihenstephan Haltbare Milch (UHT Milk)Food – Dairy
and 8 more products