Krenfleisch-Kerwa Heinersreuth

Krenfleisch — Franconian Kerwa Tradition

Krenfleisch (or "horseradish meat") is a traditional Franconian specialty and the culinary heart of many Kerwa festivals in the Bayreuth region. Boiled beef is typically served with freshly grated horseradish, bread, potatoes, or vegetables — a hearty, spicy home-style dish that is standard at Kerwas, festivals, and in Franconian brewery inns.

Heinersreuth in the Franconian Kerwa Calendar

The municipality of Heinersreuth in the district of Bayreuth cultivates a particularly dense Kerwa culture. The 2026 event calendar includes, among others:

• Krenfleisch-Kerwa on July 17
• Sportplatzkerwa on July 18–19
• further Sportplatzkerwa dates in August
• village park festivals
• St. John's bonfires and Midsummer bonfires in June
• Wine and Harvest Festivals in September/October
• Christmas market in December

Krenfleisch as the Brand Core

While most Kerwas in Franconia offer Krenfleisch as one of several specialties, the Krenfleisch-Kerwa Heinersreuth places this dish squarely at the center. The concept thus follows the example of well-known Bayreuth events such as the Altstädter Kerwa and the Gässlaskerwa at Manns Bräu, which are also known for their Krenfleisch tradition.

What to Expect

• Boiled beef with freshly grated horseradish
• Farmer's bread, boiled potatoes, or root vegetables as side dishes
• Franconian draft beer from surrounding breweries (Maisel, Schinner, Manns Bräu)
• On multi-day Kerwas, additionally live music and dance bands
• Family-friendly club festival atmosphere

Heinersreuth near Bayreuth

Heinersreuth is located immediately west of Bayreuth in the Upper Franconian district of Bayreuth — nestled between the valley of the Roter Main river and the Franconian Switzerland. The proximity to the Wagner city of Bayreuth and to the Upper Franconian brewery strongholds makes the region one of the densest Kerwa landscapes in Bavaria.