Wein- und Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach
Traditional fair in honour of St. Lawrence with Ruwertal Riesling, live music, and fairground fun
About Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach
Riesling in the Ruwertal
The Ruwertal is one of the smallest and finest wine-growing regions of the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer appellation. The cooler locations along the Ruwer river produce lean, mineralic Rieslings that enjoy high international reputation. Waldrach is located in the heart of the valley and is home to key players of Ruwer-Riesling e.V., the vintners' association that also coordinates the calendar of Ruwertal wine events.
Lawrence — the Patron Saint
St. Lawrence (name day August 10th) is the patron saint of the parish of Waldrach. The Laurentiuskirmes therefore has a religious and traditional origin — for centuries, it was also the most important secular festival in the local calendar. Today, it is a Volksfest (popular festival) with a celebratory church service, a parade, carousels, food stalls, and live music, clearly aimed at families.
Combining Fair and Wine
The special feature is the close connection with wine: Waldrach vintners set up stalls where they serve Ruwer Riesling and other wines. Joint wine tastings — smaller, guided formats throughout the weekend — provide insight into the style of the Ruwertal wineries. This distinguishes the Laurentiuskirmes from classic funfair-style Kirmes events.
Four Days of Festivities in the Village Centre
In 2026, the fair extends from Friday, August 7th, to Monday, August 10th. Opening with a celebratory church service, evening concert programme, family Sunday with a morning pint and parade, and winding down on Monday evening — a proven choreography that makes Waldrach the centre of the Ruwertal event season in high summer.
Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach — edition 2026
The Laurentiuskirmes 2026 is jointly supported by the parish, the local community of Waldrach, and Ruwer-Riesling e.V. The format is rooted in a long local tradition; in planning the programme, the organisers strive for a balance between a popular festival atmosphere, classic fairground attractions, and a focus on wine.
Specific band line-ups, timings, and participating wineries will be published on the event pages of Ruwer-Riesling e.V.
Programme Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach 2026
The exact programme for 2026 will be published by the organiser in spring/summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
Friday, August 7th, 2026
- Evening opening at the festival grounds with barrel tapping.
- Evening concert in the festival tent.
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
- Celebratory church service in honour of St. Lawrence.
- Daytime programme with fairground attractions, wine stalls of Waldrach vintners.
- Evening: Live music in the festival tent.
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
- Morning pint with brass band music.
- Family afternoon, children's activities, rides.
- Evening: Concerts and dancing.
Monday, August 10th, 2026 (St. Lawrence's Day)
- Winding down with a morning pint and a relaxed festive day.
Band selection, tasting fees, and parade route will be communicated in advance.
Highlights Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach 2026
- Traditional fair in honour of St. Lawrence (name day August 10th)
- Ruwertal Riesling from Waldrach vintners in the festival calendar
- Four days of festivities with church service, live music, and fairground attractions
- Family-friendly programme
- In the event calendar of Ruwer-Riesling e.V.
Prices Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach 2026
Free admission. Food, drinks, and rides at the stalls.
Practical information — Laurentiuskirmes Waldrach
Date
Friday, August 7th to Monday, August 10th, 2026, around St. Lawrence's Day (August 10th).
Location
Village centre and festival grounds of 54320 Waldrach in the Ruwertal valley.
Admission
Festival grounds are freely accessible. Consumption of wine, food, and rides on site.
Getting There
A48/A1 exit Kenn or B52 from Trier. Trier train station with bus connection to the Ruwertal (line 7 towards Hermeskeil). Parking available on the outskirts of the village.
On Site
Festival tent, wine stalls of Waldrach vintners, carousels and rides, food stalls, music stage. Family-friendly.
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