Ludwigsburg Steep Slope Days 2026
Steep walking — Amazement — Enjoyment: Wine festival in the Neckar steep slopes
About Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg
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Steep Slopes — Württemberg's Steep Slope Wine Culture
The steep slopes are a special feature of Württemberg viticulture: for centuries, vines have been cultivated on the slopes above the Neckar, often on terraces and dry stone walls, with gradients of 30% or more. Machine work is impossible here — all cultivation is done by hand. This makes the steep slopes valuable in terms of ecology and cultural history, and their wines highly rated specialties.
Three Days July 3–5, 2026
The Steep Slope Days 2026 run from Friday, July 3rd, to Sunday, July 5th, in the steep slopes between Neckarweihingen and Poppenweiler — both districts of Ludwigsburg on the Neckar. Four participating wineries — Weingut Kleinle, Weinbau Kopp, Weingärtner Marbach, and the Steile Helden project — are opening their vineyards and courtyards.
Motto “Steep walking — Amazement — Enjoyment"
The motto perfectly captures the three pillars of the festival: Steep walking means hiking and strolling through the slopes — from short, leisurely tours for an aperitif to challenging, multi-hour exploration tours with several stops. Amazement refers to the panoramic views of the Neckar, Ludwigsburg Castle, the Marbacher Wirtshaus am See, and the wine landscape. Enjoyment encompasses wine tastings and culinary specialties from Manufaktur Mörsel (Ludwigsburg delicatessen producer) as well as local caterers.
Participating Wineries
Weingut Kleinle: Family-run winery in Neckarweihingen focusing on Trollinger, Lemberger, and Riesling. Weinbau Kopp: Medium-sized winery in the region. Weingärtner Marbach: Cooperative of Marbach steep slope vintners with over 100 member wine merchants. Steile Helden: Project by young winemakers from the region dedicated to preserving the steep slopes.
Shuttle Bus Between Stops
An oldtimer bus shuttles between the stops — from the Poppenweiler sports field, the shuttle runs all day for €2 per person. This allows you to visit different stops and taste wines from various wineries without extensive hiking.
Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg — edition 2026
Three Days of Steep Slopes 2026
The Steep Slope Days 2026 run from Friday, July 3rd, to Sunday, July 5th. Several locations in the steep slopes above the Neckar are accessible — Weingut Kleinle in Neckarweihingen, Weinbau Kopp and the Marbach vintners at several points on the slopes, the Steile Helden project in the heart of the slopes.
Guided wine walks of varying lengths start all day — shorter, leisurely tours of 30 minutes, medium ones of 90 minutes, and longer ones of 3 hours with multiple stops.
Programme Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg 2026
Opening Hours
- Friday, July 3rd, and Saturday, July 4th: 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sunday, July 5th: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Participating Wineries
- Weingut Kleinle (Neckarweihingen)
- Weinbau Kopp
- Weingärtner Marbach (Cooperative)
- Steile Helden (Young Winemakers Project)
Guided Wine Walks
- Short tours (approx. 30 minutes)
- Medium tours (approx. 90 minutes)
- Longer tours (approx. 3 hours, multiple stops)
- Wine tastings at the stops
Culinary Delights
- Manufaktur Mörsel: Delicacy specialties
- Regional caterers with Swabian cuisine
- Vegetarian and vegan options
Logistics
- Oldtimer bus shuttle from Poppenweiler sports field — €2 per person
- Arrival by bike and on foot recommended
Highlights Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg 2026
- Four steep slope wineries open their slopes
- Guided wine walks of varying lengths
- Panoramic views of the Neckar and Ludwigsburg Castle
- Manufaktur Mörsel — Ludwigsburg delicatessen producer
- Oldtimer bus shuttle for €2 between stops
Prices Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg 2026
Admission to all stops is free. Wine tasting per glass approx. €3. Food €5–€15. Shuttle bus €2 per person per day (unlimited use). Manufaktur Mörsel specialties at market prices.
Practical information — Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg
Getting There
Meeting points are spread throughout the vineyards between Neckarweihingen and Poppenweiler — both districts of Ludwigsburg on the Neckar. From Ludwigsburg station, take bus 421 to Poppenweiler (15 minutes). By car, take the L 1100 — parking is available at the Poppenweiler sports field. Arriving by bike and on foot via the Neckarweg is highly recommended.
Admission
Admission to all stops is free. Wine tastings cost approximately €3 per glass. Food from Manufaktur Mörsel and caterers ranges from €5–€15 per dish. Shuttle bus costs €2 per person.
Opening Hours
Friday and Saturday: 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Sunday: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
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Where it takes place Steep Slope Days Ludwigsburg
Neckar-Weinberge zwischen Neckarweihingen und Poppenweiler
Weinberge Neckarweihingen–Poppenweiler, 71642 Ludwigsburg