Kamps

First‑wave flyers hit Kamps before 6 a.m. in T1

Kamps sits airside in Terminal 1 and basically runs on early departures. It’s the go-to bakery for commuters catching those 06:00–07:00 flights, selling German-style Brötchen, pretzels, and sweet pastries instead of the usual global coffee chains. Price tier is firmly $$, with a roll plus coffee combo often landing around €6–€8, so not cheap, but it’s one of the few spots actually ready when the first boarding calls start.

Expect a standard Kamps lineup: fresh rolls with salami or cheese, buttered pretzels, and cakes in the €2–€4 range per piece. Reviews call out the “typical Kamps bakery” feel and a better German bakery selection than the international brands nearby in T1. If you want something substantial, go for a stuffed sandwich or a Laugenstange over the very basic plain rolls; those hold up better on a 2–3 hour hop to places like Frankfurt or Hamburg.

Seating is the weak point. There are only a handful of small tables and standing spots, and reviewers say they’re often full before 7 a.m. Takeaway is faster: regulars grab a bag of pastries and a coffee to go and eat at the gate. Lines can stretch 10–15 minutes in the early bank, and popular items like fresh pretzels and certain sweet pastries often sell out by around 8:30 a.m., especially on Monday mornings.

Watch out for pricing and coffee quality. Multiple travelers mention that even by airport standards, some pastries feel expensive, with simple sandwiches nudging past €5. Coffee is described as drinkable but nothing like a dedicated barista setup, so skip the extra shots and flavored specials. Regulars say the move is simple filter coffee plus one or two baked items. Tip: if you care about selection, hit Kamps as soon as you clear T1 security, buy to go, then find a quieter spot near your gate to eat.