WEINsommer Braunschweig

Wine Enjoyment in the Heart of Braunschweig

WEINsommer Braunschweig is one of the most popular wine events in Lower Saxony, transforming the historic Kohlmarkt into an open-air wine bar for four days. The focus is on direct contact between visitors and producers: the vintners themselves staff the stands, explain vineyard sites, vintages, and grape varieties, and offer personal advice on selection.

The Concept

Unlike large events with countless vendors, WEINsommer consciously opts for a curated selection of renowned wineries. Classic German growing regions such as Rheinhessen, Pfalz, the Mosel, and the Rheingau are represented. This allows the full spectrum of German wine culture to be experienced – from delicate Mosel Rieslings to powerful Pfalz Spätburgunder and fruity Weissburgunder from Rheinhessen.

Culinary Delights and Atmosphere

To complement the wines, a selection of regional and Mediterranean caterers serves small dishes: Flammkuchen, cheese platters, antipasti, fish, and game dishes. The Kohlmarkt, with its historic burgher houses, provides the perfect backdrop – on balmy summer evenings, it creates an atmosphere reminiscent of a Southern German wine tavern rather than a major Northern German city.

Tradition for Years

WEINsommer is part of a series of events that visits several German cities and has long been a permanent fixture in Braunschweig's August calendar. Wine lovers from the entire Hannover-Braunschweig-Wolfsburg region use the four days to discover new wineries and order favorite wines directly from the producer.