Bavaria · Germany
Romadur.
Romadur is a Bavarian washed-rind that whispers where Limburger shouts—creamy and yielding on the palate with earthy, tangy notes and just a hint of barnyard funk. Its supple texture melts into savory depth, while the aroma remains inviting rather than confrontational, making it the approachable gateway into Germany's pungent cheese tradition.
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Origin
48.9°N · 11.4°E
The story
How it's made.
Why it tastes that way.
Romadur is a milder German cousin of Limburger, sharing the same washed-rind style but with a less aggressive aroma due to shorter aging.
It is produced primarily in Bavaria and is a staple of German cheese counters. The name derives from Remoudou, a Belgian cheese, reflecting shared cheesemaking heritage.
Production · spec
- Milk
- Cow · pasteurised
- Family
- Washed-rind
- Rind
- washed
- Age
- 0–2 mo
- Intensity
- 3 / 5
- Texture
- soft
Tasting profile
What it tastes like.
These bars are a visual read of Romadur's flavour and aroma notes, scaled by the cheese's overall intensity — a quick guide, not a lab measurement.
Aroma
Nutrition · per 100 g serving
What's in a wedge.
A 100 g serving — about a finger-thick wedge. Daily values use the FDA 2020 reference of 2,000 kcal. Expect ±5% variation between wheels.
Serve, cut & store
Out of the fridge,
into its prime.
Guidance for washed-rind cheeses — general practice, not a per-wheel measurement.
Rest
Take it out about 1.5–2 h before serving — cold stiffens the fat and locks up the aromas; cool room temperature is when the flavour shows up.
Cut
Slice in wedges with the rind on — or for a very ripe wheel, take off the top and spoon.
Store
Wrap leftovers in cheese paper or wax paper — never cling film, which suffocates the rind — and keep them in the warmest part of the fridge.
Rule of thumb: the softer and riper, the longer it needs. Thick pieces need longer than thin — and don't leave cheese out much past two hours.
Pairings · Caseo curated
What goes with Romadur.
38 pairings across 7 categories.
Wine
Beer & Cider
Where to find it
Cheese counters.
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Substitutes
No Romadur at the counter?.
These will play a similar role on the board and in the pan.
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