SaarRieslingSommer
Edition 2026 Gastronomy Wine Heritage

SaarRieslingSommer

Two days of Saar Riesling at 13 wineries between Serrig and Konz-Filzen with bus shuttle

Wiltingen — Landkreis Trier-Saarburg (07235)
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Dates 29 Aug — 30 Aug 2026
Venue Wiltingen (07235)
Prices 40.00€ — 70.00€
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About SaarRieslingSommer

On August 29th and 30th, 2026, the SaarRieslingSommer transforms the Saar river valley between Serrig and Konz-Filzen into a two-day open-cellar festival. 13 renowned wineries – including Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken, von Othegraven, Peter Lauer, Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt, and Schloss Saarstein – open their courtyards, pour Saar Riesling, and present regional culinary delights. An included bus shuttle connects the locations. Opening on Friday, August 28th. Tickets: Weekend €70, Saturday €55, Sunday €40.

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Saar Riesling — A World of Its Own

The Saar is part of the Mosel wine region and home to some of Germany's most prestigious wineries. The cool steep slopes above the river produce Rieslings whose elegance, acidity, and minerality have achieved international cult status. The SaarRieslingSommer makes this heritage tangible over two days — directly in the producers' courtyards.

13 Wineries, Two Days, One Shuttle

The participating wineries are spread along the Saar axis between Serrig in the south and Konz-Filzen in the north. Among them are Weingut Piedmont (Filzen), Reverchon (Filzen), von Othegraven (Kanzem), Gut Cantzheim (Kanzem), J.P. Mertes (Kanzem), Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken (Saarburg), Weingut Herrenberg (Schoden), Bischöfliche Weingüter, Peter Lauer (Ayl), Margarethenhof (Ayl), Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt (Morscheid), Würtzberg (Serrig), and Schloss Saarstein (Serrig). A bus shuttle, included in the ticket, connects the locations – no car, no stress, just comfortable hopping between courtyards and vineyards.

Schedule and Opening

On Friday, August 28th, an opening event kicks off the Summer Riesling series. Saturday and Sunday (12 PM–6 PM each day) form the main event: visitors can taste wines at each location, chat with the winemakers, and enjoy regional cuisine. This format fundamentally differs from traditional folk wine festivals (Volks-Weinfeste) – it's an open-cellar experience and a wine journey combined.

Tickets and Organizer Network

The ticket model offers flexibility: Weekend ticket €70 (both days), Saturday day ticket €55, Sunday day ticket €40 – each includes the bus shuttle and a tasting glass. The SaarRieslingSommer is supported by Rheinland-Pfalz Tourism, visitmosel, and the participating wineries – a concerted promotion for one of Germany's most exciting wine regions.

SaarRieslingSommer — edition 2026

On August 29th and 30th, 2026, from 12 PM to 6 PM daily, the SaarRieslingSommer opens the courtyards of 13 Saar wineries between Serrig and Konz-Filzen. An opening event on Friday, August 28th, initiates the summer series. The included bus shuttle allows visitors to travel comfortably between the locations – from Piedmont and Reverchon in Filzen, through the VDP wineries of Kanzem and Saarburg, to Schloss Saarstein in Serrig. Tickets: Weekend €70, Saturday €55, Sunday €40.

In 2026, the Saar Riesling initiative once again presents its open-cellar format, connecting the region for a two-day wine event. Each courtyard offers a unique presentation: from the formal tasting format at Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken to the relaxed garden atmosphere at Peter Lauer or Schloss Saarstein.

The bus shuttle system makes the event accessible without the need for a designated driver – all participants can travel without a car. The shuttle is included in the ticket price and clearly signposted in the participating towns.

Programme SaarRieslingSommer 2026

The exact 2026 program will be published by the organizer in spring/summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:

Friday, August 28th, 2026 — Opening

  • Official opening event of the SaarRieslingSommer.

Saturday, August 29th, 2026 (12 PM–6 PM) — 13 Stations

  • Filzen: Weingut Piedmont, Weingut Reverchon
  • Kanzem: Weingut von Othegraven, Gut Cantzheim, J.P. Mertes
  • Saarburg: Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken
  • Schoden: Weingut Herrenberg
  • Bischöfliche Weingüter
  • Ayl: Peter Lauer, Margarethenhof
  • Morscheid: Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
  • Serrig: Würtzberg, Schloss Saarstein

Sunday, August 30th, 2026 (12 PM–6 PM)

  • Continuation of tastings at all 13 locations.
  • Bus shuttle remains in operation.

The program sequence at each location, special tastings, and culinary offerings will be individually announced by the participating wineries.

Highlights SaarRieslingSommer 2026

  • 13 renowned Saar wineries between Serrig and Konz-Filzen
  • Included bus shuttle for all locations
  • Top addresses: Geltz Zilliken, von Othegraven, Peter Lauer, Kesselstatt, Schloss Saarstein
  • Two days of open cellar, opening event on Friday
  • Tickets from €40, Weekend €70

Prices SaarRieslingSommer 2026

Weekend ticket €70, Saturday €55, Sunday €40, each including bus shuttle and tasting glass.

Practical information — SaarRieslingSommer

Date

Friday, August 28th, 2026: Opening event. Saturday, August 29th, and Sunday, August 30th, 2026: 12 PM to 6 PM daily.

Route

13 wineries between Serrig and Konz-Filzen, Saar wine region (Saarburg-Kell municipality).

Tickets

Weekend (Sat+Sun) €70, Saturday €55, Sunday €40. Includes bus shuttle and tasting glass. Sales via the official website.

Getting There

A1/A8 to Trier, then take the B51 into the Saar valley. Wiltingen (Saar) train station is centrally located. Also accessible from Saarbrücken.

On Site

Wine tastings directly in the courtyard of each estate, gastronomy, music, and interaction with the winemakers. The bus shuttle coordinates the hopping.

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