Nonnweiler Wine Hike

Hiking and Wine — A Saarland Combination

The Nonnweiler Weinwanderung (Wine Hike) combines the best that the northern Saarland has to offer: the tranquil beauty of the Hochwald and the culinary culture of the southwestern German wine regions. The 2026 edition is already the 4th iteration — a comparatively young, but rapidly growing format that already counts among the popular early summer events in the St. Wendel region.

The Route: Around Ten Kilometers of Hochwald Idyll

Start and finish is the Kurhalle Nonnweiler at Hammerberg. The route leads approximately ten kilometers through the Hochwald natural landscape — a gentle, terrain-suitable hike over forest paths, past orchards, meadows, and small streams. Sturdy footwear is mandatory, but alpine equipment is not necessary. The route is also manageable for inexperienced hikers.

Four Stations, Four Wine Regions

The special feature of this hike is the four wine tasting stations, each presenting a different winery from a different region:

• Bienen-Lehrstand (Bee Education Stand) — Weingut Gessinger (Mosel), presented by the local beekeepers' and horticultural association
• Sinnenbank-Bereich (Sensory Bench Area) — Weingut Schnitzler (Saar), organized by the DLRG (German Life Saving Association) and the carnival club
• Angel-Weiher (Fishing Pond) — Weingut Ziegler (Rheinhessen), presented by the volunteer fire department and youth club

Each station has its own charm: at one, beekeepers explain the world of bees; at the next, you learn something about the Saarland's DLRG tradition; at the third, the fire department shows its sociable side. Thus, the wine hike becomes a lively encounter with local club life.

Conclusion at the Kurhalle

Back at the Kurhalle, the Boulevard-Verein (Boulevard Club) and the Kolping-Chor (Kolping Choir) invite you for coffee, cake, and live music. A relaxed end to a delightful day of hiking — many participants stay until the early evening, exchanging impressions.

Nonnweiler in the St. Wendel Region

Nonnweiler is located in the northern Saarland, in the district of St. Wendel, on the edge of the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park. The municipality has about 8,000 inhabitants and is surrounded by the impressive Hochwald landscape. Not far away is the Bostalsee, one of the largest reservoirs in southwestern Germany. For those unfamiliar with the region: the wine hike is an ideal introductory event — it showcases the beauty of the landscape at a relaxed pace.

Patronage

The patron of the event is Mayor Dr. Franz Josef Barth. The hike is part of the Nonnweiler Cultural Autumn and is organized by the municipality's cultural office, with great commitment from local clubs.