Iphöfer Marktplatz Winzerfest der Weinfreunde
Mainfranken wine festival since 1948 on the historic market square
About Iphöfer Winzerfest
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Iphofen Wine Tradition since 1948
The Iphöfer Marktplatz Winzerfest has been celebrated in Iphofen since 1948 – making it one of the oldest wine festivals in Franconia. The organizer is the cooperative Weinfreunde Iphofen eG, the local association of Iphofen vintners. The festival has managed to establish itself over three generations as a central date in the Franconian summer calendar – a remarkable development for a festival that takes place not in a big city, but in a small medieval community.
Historic Market Square as Festival Backdrop
The venue is the historic market square of Iphofen – one of the most beautiful Renaissance market squares in Franconia, framed by half-timbered and stone buildings, the town hall, the parish church of St. Veit, and the old market fountain. For the festival days, five modern wine cubes will be set up on this square, where the 16 Iphofen vintners will rotate and serve their wines. These architecturally deliberate cubes are a hallmark of the festival and clearly distinguish it from the typical wine festival stall.
16 Vintners, 50+ Wines
The Weinfreunde Iphofen is a cooperative of 16 Iphofen vintners who cultivate their vines on the renowned Iphöfer Julius-Echter-Berg – a VDP-recognized grand cru site and one of the most famous vineyard sites in Franconia (Silvaner, Riesling). At the festival, they will jointly present more than 50 different wines: Silvaner (the leading Franconian grape variety), Riesling, Bacchus, Müller-Thurgau, Spätburgunder Weißherbst, Domina, Schwarzriesling, and some experimental specialties.
Culinary Delights and Program
The culinary line is consistently regional – Franconian bratwurst, Schäuferla (pork shoulder), cheese platters, bread from a wood-fired oven, desserts. Food trucks complement the offerings. Every day there is live music in various formats: trio combos, brass, acoustic sets, and traditionally a Frühschoppen concert on Sunday mornings. On Sundays at 10:00 AM, there is also a church service within the festival framework, from 3:00 PM coffee and cake with live music, as well as a performance by comedy cabaret artist Chris Boettcher.
Shuttle and Iphofen
Iphofen, with around 4,700 inhabitants, is a town in the district of Kitzingen, located in the Franconian wine country between Würzburg and Bamberg. A free shuttle service brings guests from the surrounding villages and Markt Einersheim to the festival – a deliberate service to enable sober journeys home.
Iphöfer Winzerfest — edition 2026
Anniversary and Four Festival Days
2026 is a special year for the Winzerfest: the Weinfreunde Iphofen eG celebrates its 75th anniversary, which will serve as an occasion for an expanded program and additional special events (details will be announced on weinfreundeiphofen.de).
Format and Cubes
The proven cube format remains: five wine cubes on the market square, where the 16 member vintners serve their wines in a rotating system. This modern architecture of the festival – concrete and wooden cubes on a Renaissance square – is part of Iphofen's brand identity.
Food, Music, Liturgy
During the festival days, Iphofen's gastronomy will be involved, food trucks will complement the offerings, and live music will play daily. Sunday, July 12th, at 10:00 AM, a festival service on the market square; from 3:00 PM, coffee and cake with a live trio; followed by a cabaret performance by Chris Boettcher (separate ticket).
Programme Iphöfer Winzerfest 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026 – Opening
- Afternoon/Evening: Festival opening on the market square
- Opening Concert (Brass, Acoustic Trio)
- Wine service at the 5 cubes of Weinfreunde Iphofen
- Food stalls and food trucks
Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Full operation during the day
- Several live acts (day program and evening)
- Late-Night DJ Set (House)
Sunday, July 12, 2026 – Festival Sunday
- 10:00 AM Festival service on the market square
- Lunch by Iphofen gastronomy
- 3:00 PM Coffee and cake with live trio
- Evening: Cabaret performance by Chris Boettcher (Ticket separately: €22–25)
Monday, July 13, 2026 – Festival Closing
- All-day cube operation and food stalls
- Festival closing in the late evening with a traditional Franconian band
The 16 Member Wineries (Selection)
- Weingut Roth, Weingut Hans Wirsching, Weingut Ruck, Weingut Zehnthof Luckert, Weingut Knoll, Weingut Schwab, and others
- The 16 vintners rotate between the 5 cubes – different constellation each day
Logistics
- Free shuttle from the surrounding villages and Markt Einersheim to the festival
- Registration with Tourist Info Iphofen for group visits
Highlights Iphöfer Winzerfest 2026
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Practical information — Iphöfer Winzerfest
Getting There
Marktplatz Iphofen, 97346 Iphofen. By train: Iphofen station (Würzburg–Nuremberg line), then a 10-minute walk. By car: A3 (Kitzingen-Mitte exit), then B8. Parking available on the outskirts, free shuttle from the surrounding villages and Markt Einersheim.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Wine (per glass 0.1 l approx. €3–5 depending on the variety), food, and specialties à la carte. Cabaret performance by Chris Boettcher (Sundays) approx. €22–25 separately.
Festival Hours 2026
Friday, July 10th: Festival opening in the afternoon/evening. Saturday, July 11th & Sunday, July 12th: Full program during the day and in the evening. Monday, July 13th: Last festival day, festival closing. Exact schedules will be published a few weeks before the date on weinfreundeiphofen.de.
Wine Purchase
Wines served at each cube can also be purchased for takeaway. An ideal opportunity to get to know Iphofen wines and take them home to your cellar.
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