Eltville Rose Days
Over 300 rose varieties and 10,000 rose bushes in the wine and rose city on the Rhine
About Rose Days Eltville
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Eltville – Wine and Rose City
Eltville am Rhein is Hesse's official Rose City – a title well-earned with tens of thousands of blooming rose bushes in public spaces, on house walls, and in the gardens of the city center. The roses bloom particularly magnificently twice a year: in June during the Rose Days and in autumn for the late bloom.
June 6 and 7, 2026 – Main Bloom
On the first June weekend of 2026, the wine and rose city celebrates its main bloom: Over 300 rose varieties and more than 10,000 rose bushes transform the city into 'a breathtaking sea of colors and scents'. The program is spread across the Electoral Castle, Rhine promenade, Platz der deutschen Einheit, Mediathek, pedestrian zone, Rheingauer Straße, and Gutenbergstraße.
The Electoral Castle as the Centerpiece
The main attraction is the Electoral Castle – a late medieval castle complex on the Rhine promenade with magnificent rose gardens. Guided rose garden tours take place on Saturday at 2 PM and 5 PM, and Sunday at 11 AM.
Rheingau Lounge with Wine and Music
On the Platz der deutschen Einheit, you'll find the Rheingau Lounge: local bands, Eltville vintners with wine tasting stands, and sparkling wine cellars from the Rheingau. A morning pint concert kicks off each festival day.
Fashion, Boutique Items, and Family Program
Parallel to the Rose Festival, there's a shopping weekend in Eltville's city center: Fashion boutiques, accessory stands, arts and crafts. In the Mediathek, there's a family program with readings, workshops, and hands-on activities for children.
Rose City on the Rhine
Eltville am Rhein in the Rheingau-Taunus district has around 17,000 inhabitants and has been officially known as Hesse's 'Rose City' since 1989. Connected with Riesling cultivation in the Rheingau and the baroque castle, Eltville is a prime tourist destination on the Middle Rhine route.
About the Electoral Castle
The Eltville Electoral Castle is a late medieval castle complex from the 14th century and was the residence of the Mainz Archbishops. Today, it houses a printing exhibition dedicated to Johannes Gutenberg, a contemporary of Gutenberg who worked here, and the famous rose gardens with over 300 varieties. During the Rose Days, all garden areas are open for viewing.
Rose Days Eltville — edition 2026
Two festival days celebrating the Eltville rose bloom. Venues: Electoral Castle with rose garden, Rhine promenade, Platz der deutschen Einheit (Rheingau Lounge), Mediathek, pedestrian zone, Rheingauer Straße, Gutenbergstraße.
Programme Rose Days Eltville 2026
Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Morning — Market opens in pedestrian zone and Rheingauer Straße
- 10:00 AM — Opening of the Rheingau Lounge at Platz der deutschen Einheit
- 2:00 PM — Guided rose garden tour of the Electoral Castle
- 5:00 PM — Second guided rose garden tour of the Electoral Castle
- All day — Rose gardens open, wine tasting stands from Rheingau vintners
- All day — Fashion, accessory, and craft stalls
- All day — Family program in the Mediathek
- Evening — Live concert in the Rheingau Lounge
Sunday, June 7, 2026
- 11:00 AM — Guided rose garden tour of the Electoral Castle
- Morning — Morning pint concert (Frühschoppenkonzert)
- All day — Market activities and Rheingau Lounge with wine
- All day — Fashion market and boutique stalls
- All day — Family program Mediathek
- Afternoon — Stage program Rheingau Lounge
Highlights Rose Days Eltville 2026
- Over 300 rose varieties and 10,000 rose bushes in full bloom
- Three guided rose garden tours at the Electoral Castle
- Rheingau Lounge with wine, sparkling wine, and live music
- Fashion, accessory, and craft stalls in the city center
- Family program in the Mediathek
- Free admission
Prices Rose Days Eltville 2026
Free admission. Wine, sparkling wine, and food offerings at usual prices. Guided rose garden tours may have a fee (registration via the Tourist Information).
Practical information — Rose Days Eltville
Getting There
By train: Eltville station on the Frankfurt–Wiesbaden–Koblenz line, 5 min. walk to the Rhine promenade. By car: A66 or B42, Eltville exit. Parking available on the outskirts and along the Rhine promenade.
Admission
Free admission. Rose garden tours, wine tasting stands, and food at usual prices.
Tip
Book a rose tour for Saturday at 2 PM or 5 PM, or Sunday at 11 AM. If you want to experiment with Rheingau wine: Rheingau Lounge at Platz der deutschen Einheit. For culinary delights: Mediathek stand with rose inspirations.
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Where it takes place Rose Days Eltville
Kurfürstliche Burg & Rheinufer Eltville
Kurfürstliche Burg / Rheinufer / Innenstadt, 65343 Eltville am Rhein