Name: Wine and Hike Malsch 2026
Start: 2026-08-02T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-08-02T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Reblandhalle Malsch / Malscher Weinberge am Letzenberg

Wine and Hike

About Wine and Hike

On Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, starting at 11 AM, the Malsch vintners invite you to the annual Wine and Hike Tour through the vineyards of the Kraichgau village of Malsch. The meeting point is the Reblandhalle. From there, a short circular route leads through the sunny slopes of the Letzenberg, one of the characteristic vineyards in the southern Kraichgau (Karlsruhe district). At various wine stations in the middle of the vines, the Malsch vintners serve their wines — Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Noir, and more — directly from the world of wine where they grow. An enjoyable summer event that combines activity, wine, and the beautiful Kraichgau panorama.

Dates 02 Aug — 02 Aug 2026

Venue Malsch (08226)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Wine and Hike — edition 2026

Wine and Hike Malsch 2026 takes place on Sunday, August 2nd, starting at 11 AM. Start at the Reblandhalle in Malsch. Wine stations along a circular route through the vineyards on the Letzenberg, where the Malsch vintners will be serving Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Noir. Free hiking trail, wine and small snacks will be sold at the stations.

Wine and Hike 2026 — Summer Sunday in the Vineyards

On Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, the Malsch vintners invite you from 11 AM to the traditional wine hike through the sunny vineyards on the Letzenberg. The meeting point is the Reblandhalle in Malsch. From there, a moderate circular route leads through the vines — at several stations, hikers can taste the wines of local vintners and chat with the producers.

The circular route is also suitable for families — children will be welcomed with small refreshments. The view from the Letzenberg over the Rhine plain and the Kraichgau is one of the most famous panoramas in the region.

Highlights Wine and Hike 2026

Wine hike through the Malsch vineyards on the Letzenberg
Wine stations directly in the vines with vintners from Malsch
Panorama from the Letzenberg over the Rhine plain and Kraichgau
Malsch Vintners present Riesling, Pinot Noir, Burgundy varieties
Free hiking trail — wine and food available on site

Programme Wine and Hike 2026

Program Wine and Hike Malsch August 2nd, 2026

11:00 AM — Start at the Reblandhalle Malsch
Circular route through the Malsch vineyards on the Letzenberg — moderate route, easily accessible for families
Wine stations along the way with the Malsch vintners: Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier — served directly by the producers
Letzenberg viewpoint with St. Mary's chapel and panorama over the Rhine plain and the Kraichgau
Small snacks at the wine stations — Vesper, local specialties
Festival end late afternoon at the Reblandhalle

Current program info: malsch-weinort.de.

Prices Wine and Hike 2026

The hiking trail is free. Wine and food are sold by the vintners at the stations — usually with a glass deposit system. Bringing your own glasses is possible.

Practical information

Practical information — Wine and Hike

Getting There

Train: S-Bahn RheinNeckar S3/S4 from Heidelberg or Karlsruhe, stop Malsch. From the station, walk to the Reblandhalle, approx. 10 minutes.
Car: A5 exit Walldorf/Wiesloch, then L546 to Malsch. Parking available at the Reblandhalle.
Meeting Point: Reblandhalle, Schulstraße / Bahnhofstraße, 69254 Malsch.

Admission and Wine Card

The hiking trail is free. Wine and small snacks are sold directly by the vintners at the stations (usually with a glass deposit system).

Organizer

Malsch Vintners in cooperation with the municipality of Malsch. Current info: malsch-weinort.de.

Wine and Hike — Kraichgau Summer Tradition

The "Wine and Hike" event by the Malsch vintners is an annual summer highlight in the Malsch event calendar. Several wine stations are set up along a moderate circular route through the vineyards — each station offers the wines of a local vintner, conversations with the producers, and small culinary accompaniments. Hikers complete the circuit at their own pace; many turn it into a relaxed summer Sunday with family and friends.

Letzenberg — Flagship of Malsch Wine Culture

The Letzenberg is a 261-meter-high hill above Malsch that shapes the winegrowing identity of the municipality. On its summit stands a distinctive St. Mary's chapel, offering a wide view over the Rhine plain and into the Kraichgau. The vineyards stretch across the surrounding slopes — south-facing, with the typical calcareous loess soils of the Kraichgau, which produce elegant, mineral wines.

Malsch Vintners — Kraichgau Quality

The Malsch Vintners are a group of local family wineries that have joined forces for joint marketing and events like "Wine and Hike." Various generations are represented — from long-standing traditional businesses to young vintners working with nature-oriented viticulture and experimental cuvées. The range includes classic Kraichgau grape varieties: Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier.

Malsch — the Wine Village in the Southern Kraichgau

Malsch (Rhein-Neckar district, Baden-Württemberg, postcode 69254) is one of the larger winegrowing communities in the southern Kraichgau, with around 14,600 inhabitants. Its self-image as a "wine village" shapes the community — wine festivals, wine hikes, and vintner events take place throughout the year. The district municipality is conveniently located between Heidelberg and Karlsruhe.