Burgunderfest

From Hiking Boots to the Dance Floor

The Burgunderfest is one of the more unique wine events in the Ahr Valley. The day begins with a wine hike at 11 AM and ends in the evening with an open-air dance festival. Three wineries, representing three defining styles of the Ahr, combine their energies for this event: Sonnenberg, Lingen, and Burggarten. Together, they create an experience that is more than the sum of its parts.

Wine Hike with Four Stations

The hiking route is about eight kilometers long and takes approximately one and a half hours to complete. At four stations, the vintners will be pouring their Pinot Noir, Frühburgunder, and Pinot Blanc, with scenic viewpoints and vineyards above Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler in between. This tasting on the move also serves as a dramatic arc, leading to the main venue at its end.

Dance Festival in the Vineyards

From 5 PM onwards, the festival atmosphere begins on the meadow: stalls from the three wineries, regional cuisine, and – as the musical highlight – the PGM Bigband, ensuring dancing and a great mood. Those who hiked during the day can wind down the evening here without a car and without any rush.

Regulars and Insiders

Over nearly three decades, the Burgunderfest has built up a loyal following. Tickets are cheaper in advance than at the box office, and on-site payment is exclusively in cash – a deliberately old-fashioned detail that fits the character of the festival.