Bayreuth Wine Festival
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Bayreuth Wine Festival

Franconian Wine Festival in Bayreuth City Centre

Bayreuth — Kreisfreie Stadt Bayreuth (09462)
Dates 06 Aug — 10 Aug 2026
Venue Bayreuth (09462)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Weinfest Bayreuth

The Bayreuth Wine Festival transforms the market square in the pedestrian zone of the independent city of Bayreuth in Upper Franconia into a delightful wine mile in midsummer. At the wine stalls, you can discover the diversity of Franconian grape varieties with around 40 different wines from Franconian vintners Höhn (Volkach), Behringer (Abtswind), Goger (Sand am Main), and Schmitt (Bergtheim) – in direct conversation with the vintners. Daily live music from the Weinfest stage, culinary specialties to complement the Franconian wine, and a convivial atmosphere in the heart of the Wagner city make the festival a summer highlight. Admission is free.

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Franconian Wine in the Heart of Bayreuth

The Bayreuth Wine Festival takes place on the market square in the pedestrian zone of the independent city of Bayreuth in Upper Franconia, Bavaria. In the middle of the city centre of the Wagner city, a convivial wine mile is created over several days, focusing on Franconian wine culture.

Around 40 Franconian Wines

Four Franconian vintners present their products at the wine stalls: Höhn from Volkach, Behringer from Abtswind, Goger from Sand am Main, and Schmitt from Bergtheim. A total of around 40 different wines invite you to discover the diversity of Franconian grape varieties – and the vintners are on-site for advice and conversation.

Music, Culinary Delights, and Atmosphere

A daily entertainment program with live music from the Weinfest stage accompanies the festival. Several restaurateurs offer regional dishes that perfectly complement the Franconian wine. This creates a relaxed atmosphere of enjoyment and celebration in the city centre.

Organization and Opening

  • Around 40 Franconian wines from four vintners
  • Daily live music from the Weinfest stage
  • Regional culinary delights to pair with wine
  • Opening with the Franconian Wine Princess

The festival is organized by Bayreuth Marketing & Tourismus GmbH, the Fränkischer Weinbauverband (Franconian Winegrowers' Association), and Zametzer & Krohn. The official opening traditionally takes place in the presence of a Franconian Wine Princess. Admission is free.

Weinfest Bayreuth — edition 2026

The 13th Bayreuth Wine Festival will take place from August 6th to 10th, 2026, on the market square in Bayreuth's pedestrian zone. The opening ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 6th, at 6:30 PM in the presence of a Franconian Wine Princess. At the wine stalls, there will be around 40 Franconian wines from vintners Höhn, Behringer, Goger, and Schmitt, along with daily live music. Admission is free.

From Thursday, August 6th, to Monday, August 10th, 2026, the 13th Bayreuth Wine Festival invites you to the market square in the pedestrian zone. The official opening ceremony will take place on August 6th at 6:30 PM in the presence of a Franconian Wine Princess.

At the wine stalls, Franconian vintners Höhn (Volkach), Behringer (Abtswind), Goger (Sand am Main), and Schmitt (Bergtheim) will present around 40 different wines. A daily entertainment program with live music from the Weinfest stage and regional culinary offerings will accompany the festival. Admission is free.

Programme Weinfest Bayreuth 2026

Program 2026

  • Thu, August 6th, 6:30 PM – Opening with Franconian Wine Princess
  • Daily – around 40 Franconian wines from four vintners
  • Daily – Live music from the Weinfest stage
  • Regional culinary delights to pair with Franconian wine

Highlights Weinfest Bayreuth 2026

  • 13th edition of the Bayreuth Wine Festival
  • Around 40 Franconian wines from four vintners
  • Daily live music in the city centre
  • Opening with the Franconian Wine Princess

Prices Weinfest Bayreuth 2026

Free admission. Wine, food, and drinks at the stalls on-site.

Practical information — Weinfest Bayreuth

Getting There

The market square is located in the pedestrian zone of Bayreuth's city centre. Arrive by train to Bayreuth Hauptbahnhof and walk; by car via the A9 or A70, use the multi-storey car parks in the city centre.

Admission

Admission is free. Wine, food, and drinks are available at the stalls and stands on-site.

Date

In midsummer (early August), opening on the first day of the festival at 6:30 PM.

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