Weinkirmes Trittenheim
Edition 2026 Variety Wine History

Weinkirmes Trittenheim

Traditional Mosel Wine Festival with Parade and Presentation of the Trittenheim Wine Queen

Trittenheim — Landkreis Trier-Saarburg (07235)
Dates 26 Aug — 28 Aug 2026
Venue Trittenheim (07235)
Prices Free
Status

About Weinkirmes Trittenheim

The Weinkirmes Trittenheim invites you from August 26th to 28th, 2026, to the picturesque Moselle village on the famous Trittenheim loop. The focus is on the Trittenheim Altärchen Riesling, one of the most renowned vineyard sites on the Middle Moselle. Three days of festivities bring wine tasting, live music, a parade, and the official presentation of the Trittenheim Wine Queen to the village center. For generations, the Weinkirmes has been the most important wine and village festival for Trittenheim's vintners and a must-attend event for Moselle wine lovers.

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Trittenheim on the Moselle Loop

Trittenheim is located in one of the most spectacular Moselle loops, nestled between the steep Altärchen, Apotheke, and Leiterchen vineyards. These sites produce Rieslings with fine minerality and elegance that are highly regarded internationally – they define the character of the Weinkirmes. The village center, with its half-timbered houses and the baroque parish church of St. Clemens, provides the setting for the three-day festival.

Three Festival Days at the End of August

In 2026, the Weinkirmes will take place from August 26th to 28th. Wednesday evening (August 26th) is traditionally reserved for a relaxed start, with initial wine tasting and an opening atmosphere. Thursday and Friday are the main festival days with live music, a parade, and the central presentation of the Trittenheim Wine Queen – a tradition that cherishes the connection between wine, customs, and regional representation.

Altärchen Riesling in Focus

The "Trittenheimer Altärchen" is the village's most famous vineyard site – a steep south-facing slope above the Moselle. During the Weinkirmes, Trittenheim vintners present their current vintages, including Rieslings from the Altärchen, Apotheke, and Leiterchen sites. Those who wish to explore the wine further after the festival will find a range of other events in Trittenheim throughout the year, such as the Riesling Tour in August or the summer wine festival at Claes Schmitt Erben.

Parade and Customs

The parade is the highlight steeped in tradition: clubs, brass bands, vintners, and the Trittenheim Wine Queen march through the village center, connecting the younger generation with old traditions. Afterwards, the festivities move to the festival tent and wine stands.

Weinkirmes Trittenheim — edition 2026

The Weinkirmes Trittenheim opens its stalls in the village center from August 26th to 28th, 2026. The focus is on the Trittenheim Altärchen Riesling, the official presentation of the Trittenheim Wine Queen, and a traditional parade. The festival tent, live music, food stalls, and wine tastings characterize the weekend. Admission to the festival grounds is free.

The 2026 Weinkirmes continues the decades-long tradition that establishes Trittenheim as one of the most distinguished wine villages on the Middle Moselle. The Trittenheim wine estates – including Claes Schmitt Erben, Eifel-Pfeiffer, Hermes-Lex, and Hermann Scholtes – are involved in the festival activities in various constellations.

Program changes and specific times will be announced by the municipality of Trittenheim in advance.

Programme Weinkirmes Trittenheim 2026

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

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

  • Evening start with the opening of the wine stands and welcome.
  • Musical entertainment.

Thursday, August 27, 2026

  • Parade through the center of Trittenheim.
  • Official presentation of the Trittenheim Wine Queen.
  • Evening: Live music in the festival tent.

Friday, August 28, 2026

  • Further wine tastings and stands.
  • Evening: Live music, dancing, winding down.

Bands, parade route, and tasting fees will be published by the municipality of Trittenheim before the festival begins.

Highlights Weinkirmes Trittenheim 2026

  • Three festival days in the center of Trittenheim
  • Trittenheim Altärchen Riesling as the star in the glass
  • Parade through the village center
  • Official presentation of the Trittenheim Wine Queen
  • Live music in the festival tent

Prices Weinkirmes Trittenheim 2026

Free admission. Wine and food are sold at the stands.

Practical information — Weinkirmes Trittenheim

Date

Wednesday, August 26th to Friday, August 28th, 2026 (some sources also mention the weekend – the information from the municipality of Trittenheim is binding).

Location

Village center and festival grounds of 54349 Trittenheim on the Moselle.

Admission

Festival grounds are freely accessible. Food and wine tasting available at the stands.

Getting There

A1 exit Salmtal, then B53 towards Bernkastel-Kues, continue via Klüsserath and Detzem to Trittenheim. Salmtal train station with bus connection. Parking on the outskirts of the village.

On Site

Festival tent, wine stands of Trittenheim vintners, food stalls, stage with live music, parade route through the village center.

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