About Martinus-Weinfest

The Martinus-Weinfest in Sankt Martin is one of the most atmospheric autumn wine festivals on the Südliche Weinstraße (Southern Wine Route). On the weekend before St. Martin's Day, the patron saint's name day on November 11th, the winegrowers' courtyards and festival restaurants open their doors and serve the new vintages from the vineyards around Sankt Martin. The atmosphere in the renowned wine village combines with the warmth of the first cold days: hot mulled wine, Federweißer (new wine) with onion cake, Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) and Riesling are tasted in the glow of fairy lights. The festival concludes the series of Sankt Martin wine festivals of the year and is also a commitment to the identity of the place, which bears St. Martin in its name.

A Festival in Honour of the Patron Saint

Saint Martin of Tours not only gives the Palatinate wine village its name but also shapes its festival year. Around St. Martin's Day on November 11th, the local community traditionally celebrates its Martinus-Weinfest. It usually takes place on the preceding weekend and combines church tradition, Palatinate wine culture, and the convivial gathering of the village community with guests from the surrounding area.

Autumn Atmosphere in the Wine Village

While the high summer festivals on the Wine Route tend to celebrate the long evenings in the courtyards, the Martinus-Weinfest thrives on the autumn atmosphere. When the vineyards change colour, the harvest is complete, and the days grow shorter, the festival offers an opportunity to enjoy warmth, wine, and good food in the heated wine taverns and the marquee. The young wines of the current vintage are often presented to a wider audience here for the first time.

Federweißer, Onion Cake, and Spätburgunder

Culinary delights often revolve around classic Palatinate autumn specialities. Federweißer with onion cake is a must, as are hearty stews, Saumagen (stuffed pork stomach) with sauerkraut, and roasted chestnuts. The wines focus on Spätburgunder, Riesling, Dornfelder, and the new sparkling wines. Mulled wine and punch are popular accompaniments in the evenings when the temperatures drop.

Connection to St. Martin's Tradition

In many places in the Palatinate, St. Martin's Day includes a lantern procession for children, often accompanied by a St. Martin on horseback in Roman soldier's attire. In Sankt Martin, this tradition combines with the village's winegrowing culture to create a festival that is both family-friendly and enjoyable.

Martinus-Weinfest — edition 2026

The Martinus-Weinfest 2026 in Sankt Martin is scheduled for the weekend before St. Martin's Day, likely from November 6th to 8th. The winegrowers of Sankt Martin will open their courtyards and taverns, a festival marquee will be set up in the village centre, and local associations will provide the Palatinate autumn cuisine. Federweißer with onion cake, Spätburgunder, Riesling, and the new sparkling wines of the vintage characterize the culinary offerings, accompanied by bands and acoustic duos playing in heated rooms.

The Martinus-Weinfest concludes the series of Sankt Martin wine festivals of the year and is traditionally held on the weekend before November 11th. The exact dates for 2026 will be published by the organizer in late summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years with an opening evening, festival operation on Saturday and Sunday, and a connection to the St. Martin tradition.

Connection with Customs

Often, accompanying lantern processions for children take place, frequently accompanied by St. Martin riders. A festive church service in honour of the patron saint is also part of the tradition.

Programme Martinus-Weinfest 2026

Friday Evening

Opening of the Martinus-Weinfest in the village centre
Serving of Sankt Martin wines in the festival marquee and courtyards
Musical accompaniment in the evening

Saturday

All-day festival with Federweißer, onion cake, and Palatinate specialities
Tasting of current vintages at participating wineries
Evening programme with live music

Sunday

Possible St. Martin's Day children's lantern procession
Musical morning pint
Family afternoon and winding down in the evening

The exact programme for 2026 will be published by the organizer in late summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years.

Highlights Martinus-Weinfest 2026

Autumn wine festival around St. Martin's Day in the hometown of the patron saint
Federweißer, onion cake, and Palatinate specialities
New vintages from Sankt Martin wineries
Family atmosphere in heated taverns and festival marquee

Prices Martinus-Weinfest 2026

Free admission. Prices for wine and food directly from the winegrowers and associations.

Practical information — Martinus-Weinfest

Location

Sankt Martin village centre with festival marquee, winegrowers' courtyards, and festival restaurants, 67487 Sankt Martin.

Admission

Entry to the festival area is free. Payment is for wine, Federweißer, food, and drinks directly at the participating winegrowers and associations.

Getting There

By car via the A65 to Edenkoben or Landau-Nord, then continue to Sankt Martin. Parking is available on the outskirts of the village. By public transport to Edenkoben train station, then take a bus to Sankt Martin.

Notes

Warm clothing is recommended due to the autumn weather. Outdoor event areas are partially covered, and the festival marquee is heated.

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