Rothenburg Wine Village
Franconian wine festival atmosphere in the medieval old town
2026
About Rothenburg Wine Village
Rothenburg Wine Village — edition 2026
2026 Edition – Five Days of Wine Village
The Rothenburg Wine Village 2026 runs from Wednesday, August 12, to Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Grüner Markt and Kirchplatz in Rothenburg's old town. Local restaurateurs, together with their partner vintners, will present Franconian wines – from Silvaner and Müller-Thurgau to robust red wines from the region. Culinary specialties range from hearty Franconian to upscale international.
Highlights Rothenburg Wine Village 2026
- Franconian quality wines at Grüner Markt and Kirchplatz
- Medieval backdrop directly at the Town Hall and St. James' Church
- Local restaurateurs with their own partner vintners
- Three hours daily until after midnight (Friday/Saturday)
Programme Rothenburg Wine Village 2026
2026 Opening Hours
- Wednesday, August 12, 2026: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Thursday, August 13, 2026: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Friday, August 14, 2026: 4:00 PM until Midnight
- Saturday, August 15, 2026: 4:00 PM until Midnight
- Sunday, August 16, 2026: 12:00 PM–10:00 PM
Program
- Franconian wines directly from partner vintners of Rothenburg's gastronomy
- Specialties of regional and international cuisine
- Live music during peak hours on weekends
Prices Rothenburg Wine Village 2026
Free admission. Food and wine are sold on-site.
Practical information — Rothenburg Wine Village
Getting There
By car via the A7 (Rothenburg ob der Tauber exit). By train to Rothenburg ob der Tauber main station, approx. 15 minutes walk to the old town. Parking available at the city gates.
Admission
Free admission. Food and wine are sold on-site.
Organizer
City of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in cooperation with local restaurateurs and their partner vintners.
Wine Festival in the Postcard Town
Rothenburg ob der Tauber is considered the epitome of a medieval German town – with its complete city wall, the half-timbered houses at Plönlein, and the famous Burggasse. The Rothenburg Wine Village takes place against this backdrop – a summer wine festival that takes over the city center in August.
Concept
- Restaurateurs and Partner Vintners: Local Rothenburg restaurateurs participate together with their Franconian partner vintners – a direct connection between the city and the Franconian wine region.
- Venue Grüner Markt and Kirchplatz: The two central squares in the city center are decorated with standing tables, wooden tables, and wine arbors – Franconian wine festival atmosphere against a medieval backdrop.
- Specialties: In addition to Franconian quality wines, selected specialties of regional and international cuisine are served – a mix of classic Franconian and upscale international.
- Opening Hours: Wednesday and Thursday 5:00 PM–11:00 PM, Friday 4:00 PM–Midnight, Saturday 4:00 PM–Midnight, Sunday 12:00 PM–10:00 PM.
Federal State and Cultural Context
Bavaria, administrative region Middle Franconia, district Ansbach. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of the most visited cities in Germany for international tourism – the Romantic Road leads directly through it. The Wine Village uses the backdrop and extends the stay of day visitors into the evening.
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