Nordheimer Parkfest

Nordheimer Parkfest — when the Rathauspark becomes a festival stage

The Nordheimer Parkfest is considered one of the most beautiful summer festivals in the Zabergäu. Every year on the third weekend in August, the Rathauspark in the town center transforms into a festively illuminated open-air feel-good zone — cozy seating areas under old linden trees, fairy lights between the sandstone walls, and a diverse culinary offering centered around the region's wine tradition. You'll immerse yourself in an atmosphere that clearly differs from classic city festivals: smaller, more intimate, with a clear focus on wine, culinary delights, and social interaction.

Nordheim wines and sparkling wines at the center

Nordheim is located in the heart of the Zabergäu, one of the most traditional wine-growing regions in the Heilbronn district. At the Parkfest, local wine producers present their wines directly at the festival grounds — Trollinger, Lemberger, Riesling, Schwarzriesling, and fine cuvées. The offering is complemented by in-house Sekte (sparkling wines) and cocktails at a dedicated bar. Wine lovers will find the full spectrum of Nordheim's wine production here — well-chilled, charmingly presented, at a fair price.

Swabian culinary delights and live music

The gastronomic offerings range from Swabian classics like Maultaschen, Wurstsalat, and Zwiebelrostbraten to Flammkuchen, fries, grilled specialties, and sweet temptations. Local clubs and associations cater at their own stands — your visit directly supports club life in Nordheim. Live bands and DJs perform on the stage in the park — the program ranges from cover bands and Swabian dialect music to party music for the late hours. Free admission, high quality.

Nordheim and the Zabergäu

With just under 7,000 inhabitants, Nordheim is one of the liveliest wine-growing communities in the southern district of Heilbronn. Its location at the transition from Heuchelberg to Stromberg, its proximity to Lauffen am Neckar and Brackenheim, and its typical Zabergäu sandstone architecture make it an attractive destination for wine and hiking enthusiasts. The Parkfest has been the social highlight of the summer for decades — anyone wanting to get to know the Zabergäu should come to the heart of Nordheim on the third weekend in August.

Atmospheric until late into the night

As the sun sets behind the vineyards, the Parkfest unfolds its special charm. The fairy lights in the trees, the warm glow from the catering stands, and the live music create an ambiance that you won't soon forget. You'll enjoy your glass of Trollinger or a sparkling wine aperitif under the open sky, meet friends, get to know new people — classic Zabergäu lifestyle at its finest.