Season Opening Nahe – Weingut Schlossmühle Burg Layen
Estate tastings, cellar tours, and leisurely strolls around Burg Layen as part of the Nahe Season Opening
About Season Opening Schlossmühle Burg Layen
Weingut Schlossmühle Dr. Höfer in Burg Layen, a district of Rümmelsheim in the northern Nahe region, is participating in the Nahe Season Opening with a packed program of estate tastings, cellar tours, and vineyard walks. On Saturday and Sunday (April 18 and 19, 2026), the winery will be open from 2 PM to 7 PM, while on Thursday and Friday, leisurely strolls around Burg Layen will also take place starting at 4 PM.
Burg Layen is one of the most enchanting wine villages on the Nahe: its romantic location on the Trollbach below Burg Layen and its proximity to the red wine island formed by the local vineyards make this weekend the ideal occasion to discover this charming wine and castle village.
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Weingut Schlossmühle Dr. Höfer
Weingut Schlossmühle Dr. Höfer is run according to family tradition and cultivates vineyards around Burg Layen, Dorsheim, and Rümmelsheim. The focus is on Riesling, Burgundy varieties, and elegant red wines. The historic Schlossmühle (castle mill) below Burg Layen is the winery's headquarters and houses a noteworthy vinotheque, a vaulted cellar, and a modern tasting facility. During the Season Opening, the winery opens these spaces to visitors.
Tastings, Cellar Tours, and Vineyard Walks
The Schlossmühle's program comprises three main components. First: estate tastings, where current vintage wines can be sampled, from dry Riesling and Burgundy varieties to Spätburgunder. Second: tours through the historic cellar with explanations on winemaking, aging, and storage. Third: vineyard walks that allow visitors to experience the terroir of the vineyards around Burg Layen firsthand.
Leisurely Strolls around Burg Layen
A special feature of the Season Opening are the leisurely strolls on Thursday and Friday starting at 4 PM. They lead from the winery through the Burg Layen district, past vineyards, half-timbered houses, and castle ruins. Stops with small wine tastings, farm taverns (Hofausschank) of other wineries, and culinary snacks punctuate the walks, creating a rich experience of enjoyment.
Burg Layen and the Trollbach Valley
The district of Burg Layen belongs to the municipality of Rümmelsheim in the Verbandsgemeinde Langenlonsheim-Stromberg. It is named after Burg Layen, whose origins date back to the 13th century and which is now partially preserved and operated as a hotel and restaurant. The Trollbach Valley, with its vineyards, orchards, and beautiful landscape, makes Burg Layen the perfect destination for a wine-hiking day.
Season Opening Schlossmühle Burg Layen — edition 2026
Weingut Schlossmühle Dr. Höfer in Burg Layen opens its doors on the weekend of April 18–19, 2026 (2–7 PM each day) as part of the Nahe Season Opening. Estate tastings, cellar tours, and vineyard walks will be offered. Starting Thursday, April 16, leisurely strolls around Burg Layen will take place from 4 PM onwards.
As in previous years, Weingut Schlossmühle is one of the prominent participants in the Season Opening in the Nahe-Mündung sub-region. Detailed tasting and tour times will be announced by the winery and Weinland Nahe a few weeks before the event.
Programme Season Opening Schlossmühle Burg Layen 2026
The exact 2026 program will be published by the organizer in spring. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- Thursday 16.4. + Friday 17.4., from 4 PM: Leisurely strolls through Burg Layen with small wine tastings and farm tavern (Hofausschank) stops
- Saturday 18.4., 2–7 PM: Farm tavern (Hofausschank) at the winery, estate tastings of current vintages, cellar tours on the hour, refreshments with small dishes
- Sunday 19.4., 2–7 PM: Vineyard walks to the vineyards around Burg Layen, direct sales, closing Sunday of the Season Opening
- Atmosphere: romantic Schlossmühle below Burg Layen, vinotheque in the historic vault, farm tavern (Hofausschank) in the courtyard
Current details at weinland-nahe.de.
Highlights Season Opening Schlossmühle Burg Layen 2026
- Historic Schlossmühle below Burg Layen
- Leisurely strolls on Thursday and Friday
- Estate tastings, cellar tours, vineyard walks
- Romantic Trollbach Valley and castle scenery
- Part of the large Nahe Season Opening
Prices Season Opening Schlossmühle Burg Layen 2026
Free admission. Tastings, food, and drinks on-site. Guided programs may have a contribution fee – details from the winery.
Practical information — Season Opening Schlossmühle Burg Layen
Dates 2026
Leisurely strolls: Thursday, April 16, and Friday, April 17, 2026, starting at 4 PM. Farm tavern (Hofausschank) and estate program: Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 2 PM to 7 PM each day.
Location
Weingut Schlossmühle Dr. Höfer, Burg Layen, 55452 Rümmelsheim.
Admission
Free admission to the winery. Tastings and refreshments are paid for on-site. Guided cellar tours and vineyard walks may incur a fee – inquire directly with the winery for details.
Getting There
By train: Langenlonsheim station, then bus or taxi to Burg Layen. By car: via the B 48 or the A 61 (exit Bingen-Süd), then country road. Parking available at the winery.
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