Weinkerwe Weisenheim am Sand
Weinkerwe in the Ludwigshain open-air area with vineyard hike and Palatinate wine culture
About Weinkerwe Weisenheim
Weisenheim am Sand – a Palatinate wine village
Weisenheim am Sand belongs to the Freinsheim administrative district and is located in the Palatinate wine-growing region of the Mittelhaardt. The municipality is surrounded by vineyards, with the sites located on sandy soils, which gave the village its name suffix 'am Sand'. Several wineries shape the economic and social life.
Ludwigshain open-air area as venue
The Ludwigshain is a park-like open space in Weisenheim am Sand, equipped with trees and seating, suitable for open-air events. During the Weinkerwe, pavilions are set up here where vintners operate their stalls, and local clubs set up their food stands. The park-like atmosphere offers a relaxed alternative to the classic festival tent.
Vineyard hike with wine tasting
A special offering is the guided vineyard hike with wine tasting. The hike lasts about 2.5 hours, leads through the Weisenheim vineyards, and combines information about the sites, grapevines, and cultivation methods with the tasting of several wines at different stations. The price is approximately €20. The hike is one of the most popular activities of the Weinkerwe and is offered with a limited number of participants.
Palatinate specialties from local clubs
The culinary supply is provided by the Weisenheim clubs: the sports club, the fire department, and other groups are represented with stalls. The menu features Palatinate classics such as bratwurst, saumagen, flammkuchen, and salads, along with sweet specialties and cakes. The proceeds support the clubs' activities.
Weinkerwe Weisenheim — edition 2026
The Weinkerwe 2026 continues the tradition of Weisenheim wine festivals on the second weekend of August. The Ludwigshain open-air area offers a park-like, relaxed atmosphere for the festival. The highlight is the guided vineyard hike with wine tasting.
Programme Weinkerwe Weisenheim 2026
Friday, August 7, 2026
- Opening of the Weinkerwe in the Ludwigshain open-air area
- First serving by Weisenheim vintners
- Opening musical evening
Saturday, August 8, 2026
- All-day festival operations
- Guided vineyard hike with wine tasting (approx. 2.5 hours, approx. €20)
- Palatinate specialties from local clubs
- Evening program in Ludwigshain
Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Musical brunch
- Family afternoon
- Festival finale in the late afternoon
The exact program for 2026, including dates and registration for the vineyard hike, will be published by the local municipality of Weisenheim am Sand in the summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years.
Highlights Weinkerwe Weisenheim 2026
- Weinkerwe in the park-like Ludwigshain open-air area
- Guided vineyard hike with wine tasting (2.5 hours, approx. €20)
- Weisenheim wines and Palatinate specialties from local clubs
- Three days of festivities on the second weekend of August
Prices Weinkerwe Weisenheim 2026
Practical information — Weinkerwe Weisenheim
Venue
Freisitz im Ludwigshain, 67256 Weisenheim am Sand.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Payment is for wine and food at the vintners' and clubs' stalls.
Vineyard Hike
Guided vineyard hike with wine tasting (approx. 2.5 hours, approx. €20). Registration required, information from the local municipality of Weisenheim.
Getting There
By car via the A6 (Grünstadt exit) or the B271 to Weisenheim am Sand. Parking in the designated areas on the outskirts of the village.
Notes
Sturdy footwear is recommended for the vineyard hike. The festival takes place outdoors; weather-appropriate clothing is recommended.
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