Jakobstag – Zunftweinfest der Stadtschröter
Germany's only guild wine festival with traditional tree setting and the crowning of the Trarbach City Wine Queen
About Jakobstag Stadtschröter
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A Unique Tradition
The Stadtschröter were a separate guild in many wine towns: they were responsible for loading heavy wine barrels into cellars using ropes and ramps – a physically demanding, highly specialized, and well-paid job. In Traben-Trarbach, the tradition has been revived and transformed into a modern customs guild that organizes its own guild wine festival every year around Jakobstag (July 25th). It is the only one of its kind in Germany.
Four Days in the Centre of Trarbach's Old Town
The festival begins on Friday, July 28th, 2026, at 4 PM and runs throughout the weekend until Monday evening, July 31st. Trarbach's town center – the market square, Buddelstraße, squares, and alleys – transforms into a festival area with wine served by guild members and participating vintners, regional food stalls, music stages, and symbolic acts of the guild.
Tree Setting on Saturday
The central traditional act is the tree setting on Saturday afternoon. The Stadtschröter, in historical costumes, ceremonially erect a decorated tree on the market square – a symbol of the connection between the city, viticulture, and craftsmanship. This act is accompanied by music bands and a large audience.
Crowning of the City Wine Queen on Sunday
Sunday is the day of the festive crowning of the new Trarbacher Stadtweinkönigin. The outgoing queen hands over her crown to her successor in the presence of the guild, associations, guests, and politicians. A ceremonial act, a reception, and a musical program follow until the evening.
A Connection of History and Wine
The Jakobstag of the Stadtschröter is more than just a wine festival: it is a living piece of tradition preservation that connects the history of Trarbach's wine trade with the present wine region. Anyone who wants to experience historical guilds, traditional costumes, customs, and Mosel wine at the same time will find a unique combination here in Germany.
Jakobstag Stadtschröter — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Jakobstag follows the classic schedule. Opening is on Friday at 4 PM, after which the town center fills with guests who, in a relaxed atmosphere, taste wine, enjoy regional specialties, and learn about the guild's unique customs.
Throughout all four days, the Stadtschröter are present in their historical costumes. They perform the symbolic acts of the festival, serve wine, accompany parades, and involve visitors in explaining their history.
Programme Jakobstag Stadtschröter 2026
Schedule July 28 – 31, 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in spring/summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- Friday, July 28th, from 4 PM: Opening of the guild wine festival in Trarbach's old town, first wine tasting, music stage, appearance of the Stadtschröter in historical costume
- Saturday, July 29th: Day of the tree setting. In the afternoon, a ritual ceremony on the market square, followed by festival activities, evening live music
- Sunday, July 30th: Day of the crowning of the new Trarbacher Stadtweinkönigin. Ceremonial act with reception, followed by a musical program and wine service
- Monday, July 31st: Relaxed closing day, wine service in the old town, quieter music program until the end of the festival
Location
The festival area is concentrated on the market square, Buddelstraße, and the adjoining alleys of Trarbach's town center.
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Getting There
Traben-Trarbach is accessible via the B 53 and B 50 roads, as well as the Moseltalbahn railway.
Admission
Free admission. Wine, food, and drinks are paid for on-site at the stalls.
Costumes and Customs
Wearing (wine-related) traditional clothing is encouraged, but not mandatory. The Stadtschröter themselves appear in their historical guild attire.
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