Name: Weimar Mosel Wine Festival 2026
Start: 2026-07-09T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-07-12T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Frauenplan, Weimar

Mosel Wine Festival Weimar

About Mosel Wine Festival Weimar

In the heart of the Weimar summer, the Frauenplan transforms into a wine paradise: The Weimar Mosel Wine Festival presents wines, sparkling wines, and brandies from the German Mosel wine region in a relaxed atmosphere, directly in front of historic Weimar backdrops, including Goethe's former residence. In 2026, the festival runs from July 9 to 12. Regional gastronomy stands complement the offerings with culinary accompaniments to the wine. Organizer: City of Weimar.

Dates 09 Jul — 12 Jul 2026

Venue Weimar (16055)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Mosel Wine Festival Weimar — edition 2026

The Weimar Mosel Wine Festival 2026 opens from July 9 to 12 on the Frauenplan. Four days of Mosel wines, sparkling wines, and brandies directly in front of Goethe's former residence, complemented by regional gastronomy stands. Free admission. Atmosphere of a classical city with a German wine region.

Mosel Wine at Frauenplan

From July 9 to 12, 2026, the Frauenplan transforms into a wine meeting point. Vintners from the Mosel region present their Rieslings, Pinot Noir, and Elbling — with tasting opportunities directly at the stalls. Regional gastronomy stands complement the offerings.

Highlights Mosel Wine Festival Weimar 2026

Mosel wines directly in front of Goethe's former residence
Four days of festival atmosphere at Frauenplan
Riesling, Pinot Noir, Müller-Thurgau, Elbling
Sparkling wines and brandies
Regional gastronomy as accompaniment
Admission completely free

Programme Mosel Wine Festival Weimar 2026

Program Weimar Mosel Wine Festival 2026

Thursday, July 9: Opening in the late afternoon
Friday, July 10: Tastings, live music in the evening
Saturday, July 11: Main day with largest crowds, live program
Sunday, July 12: Family program during the day, winding down in the evening
Wine Offerings:
- Riesling — from dry to medium-dry to noble sweet
- Pinot Noir
- Müller-Thurgau
- Elbling — regional Mosel grape variety
- Mosel sparkling wines
- Brandies and fruit spirits
Culinary Accompaniments: Thuringian Bratwurst, game sausage, regional cheeses, bread from a baker
Atmosphere: Goethe's former residence directly on the Frauenplan as a backdrop
Live Music: Acoustic accompanying programs in the evening

Detailed program and exhibitor lists before the festival on weimar.de.

Prices Mosel Wine Festival Weimar 2026

Admission to the festival grounds is free. Wine tastings in tasting glasses (typical prices €1.50 — €3 per glass). Bottles can be purchased directly at the stand. Food is paid for individually.

Practical information

Practical information — Mosel Wine Festival Weimar

Date and Location

Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12, 2026. Frauenplan, Weimar (independent city of Weimar, state of Thuringia).

Admission

Admission to the festival grounds is completely free. Wine tastings and food are paid for individually.

Offerings

Mosel Wines: Riesling, Pinot Noir, Müller-Thurgau, Elbling
Sparkling wines from the Mosel region
Brandies and spirits
Regional gastronomy: Bratwurst, game sausage, cheese, bread

Atmosphere

Classical city backdrop with Goethe's former residence directly on the Frauenplan. Family-friendly during the day, convivial atmosphere in the evenings with live music (depending on the program).

Getting There

Weimar Station (ICE stop, lines Frankfurt — Berlin and Munich — Berlin). Approximately 15 minutes' walk from the station to the Frauenplan. A4 exit Weimar. Parking available in multi-story car parks near the city center.

Organizer

City of Weimar. Information on www.weimar.de and via the Tourist Information office on the market square.

Mosel Wines in Front of Goethe's House

When the Mosel vintners come to Weimar in July, two special German identities meet: the classical city of Weimar with its Goethe and Schiller tradition, and the German Mosel wine region with its steep slate slopes and world-class Riesling. The venue is the historic Frauenplan, directly in front of Goethe's former residence — one of the most atmospheric locations in the city for a wine festival.

Four Days of Wine, Sparkling Wine, and Brandies

The Weimar Mosel Wine Festival 2026 runs from July 9 to 12. Vintners and wineries from the Mosel region — from the Upper Moselle Valley through the Middle Moselle to the Lower Moselle — present their assortments: Rieslings in all flavor profiles (from dry to noble sweet), Pinot Noir, Müller-Thurgau, Elbling as a regional grape variety, sparkling wines, and brandies. Tastings are available directly at the stand, with small bread and cheese accompaniments.

Regional Gastronomy as an Accompaniment

Complementing the wine offerings, regional gastronomy stands provide culinary pairings: Thuringian Bratwurst, game sausage, regional cheeses, bread from a regional baker, and sweet delicacies. The mix of Mosel wine and Thuringian cuisine creates an unusual taste experience — and celebrates the diversity of German wine regions with German regional cuisine.

Weimar as a Wine Festival City

Unlike Frankfurt or Würzburg, Weimar is not known as a wine city — which makes the Mosel Wine Festival all the more special. The city in the district of Weimar (independent city) uses the summer months for several culinary festivals: In addition to the Mosel Wine Festival, there is the Goethe's Wine Festival (August 27-30, 2026), which is linked to Weimar's cultural calendar. Both festivals benefit from the high tourist density and the culturally sophisticated audience.

Frauenplan — Goethe's Residence as a Backdrop

The Frauenplan is one of Weimar's most beautiful squares: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe lived here from 1782 until his death in 1832 — today it houses the Goethe National Museum. The stalls and stands of the Mosel Wine Festival are located directly opposite Goethe's house. Those needing a break from wine tasting can visit the museum exhibition directly — a special combination of literature, history, and wine.