Moselauenfest Bernkastel-Kues
Four-day wine and town festival in the Moselauen of Kues with eleven renowned vintners, culinary delights, music, and fireworks
About Moselauenfest
Festival Scenery Moselauen
The Saarallee in Kues offers one of the most beautiful festival backdrops on the Middle Moselle: a tree-lined promenade directly on the Moselle riverbank, which is transformed into a continuous festival mile for the Moselauenfest. The view of the Moselle, the historic old town of Bernkastel on the opposite side, and the summer high water of the vegetation create a unique atmosphere.
Eleven Vintners, Four Days
From Thursday, July 16th, to Sunday, July 19th, 2026, eleven renowned vintners from the region will present their wines. The selection includes classic Middle Moselle wineries and VDP member estates – the Moselauenfest is also noted in the calendar of the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates. Riesling is the focus, complemented by Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, and sparkling wines.
Culinary Highlights
Regional restaurateurs complement the wine offerings with culinary highlights: Moselle cuisine, wood-fired tarte flambée, Schiefertaler ham, cheese platters with regional specialties, vegetarian bowls, burgers, and sweet treats. Unlike traditional folk festivals (Volksfeste), the Moselauenfest focuses on a high-quality, diverse food menu.
Music and Fireworks
A central stage provides live music throughout the four festival days. Cover bands, regional acts, and singer-songwriters alternate. The highlight is the grand fireworks display over the Moselle on Saturday evening – a visual spectacle watched by thousands of spectators from both banks.
Free Admission
The Moselauenfest does not charge an entrance fee. Visitors only pay for wine, food, and drinks. This concept makes the festival easily accessible and attracts audiences from the entire region and beyond.
Moselauenfest — edition 2026
The 2026 edition continues the successful concept. The eleven participating vintners form a carefully curated selection of the best Middle Moselle wineries. The event is noted in the calendar of the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates (VDP), underscoring its quality standards.
The fireworks display on Saturday evening is a visual highlight of the entire summer on the Middle Moselle and is watched by thousands of spectators from both banks.
Programme Moselauenfest 2026
Schedule July 16 – 19, 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in the summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- Thursday, July 16: Festival opening in the late afternoon in the Saarallee, welcome aperitif, first concerts in the evening
- Friday, July 17: Full festival operation from afternoon until late, live music on the main stage, high-quality food selection
- Saturday, July 18: Main evening of the festival with the largest audience, evening concert, grand fireworks over the Moselle late in the evening
- Sunday, July 19: Frühschoppen (morning pint), family afternoon, festival closing in the evening
Participating Vintners
The list of the eleven participating Middle Moselle vintners will be published on the website of the Bernkastel-Kues Wine Holiday Region.
Highlights Moselauenfest 2026
Prices Moselauenfest 2026
Practical information — Moselauenfest
Getting There
Bernkastel-Kues is accessible by car via the A 1 / A 48 (exit Wittlich) and the B 50. Train connections are available via Wittlich with a bus connection. Additional shuttle buses will be in operation during the festival.
Parking
Parking in the city center is severely restricted during the festival. Designated festival parking lots on the outskirts with shuttle service are available.
Admission
Free admission. Wine and food are paid for by the glass or at the stands.
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