Winninger Kunsttage
The Mosel village becomes a gallery – 11 international artists from three countries in wineries and gardens
About Winninger Kunsttage
Winningen, the largest wine-growing village on the Mosel, famous for its Uhlen and Röttgen vineyards and home to the Moselland wine cooperative, has hosted the Winninger Kunsttage every two years since 2018. 2026 will see the 9th edition – a testament to the success of this format in decentralizing art in a confined space. The venue is not a single gallery or museum, but the entire village: around 15 to 25 stations are spread across wineries, private gardens, former workshops, courtyards, and residential buildings where artists showcase their works.
The curatorial selection for 2026 includes 11 international artists from the USA, Italy, and Germany. The spectrum ranges from contemporary painting and sculpture to photography, installation, and mixed media. Each station offers its own character: large-format paintings might hang in the historic vaulted cellar of a winery, sculptures might be displayed in a spring garden, or a site-specific installation might fill a vacant space.
Visitors explore the festival using a map provided by the organizers at the start. They wander on foot through the narrow streets of Winningen, getting to know the medieval village scenery – the high cross, the parish church of St. Peter, the slate-roofed houses – and entering spaces not normally accessible to the public. The connection between art and wine arises naturally: many wineries also offer wine tastings of their Mosel wines on the exhibition days, allowing visitors to enjoy a sip of Riesling or Spätburgunder between stops.
The program includes guided tours of the festival, where art historians and participating artists contextualize the works. A special highlight is the art party night on Saturday evening, when the entire village comes alive late into the night – with live music, open studios, and meeting spaces. The festival concludes on Sunday with a service featuring art in the parish church, giving the event a spiritual dimension.
The Winninger Kunsttage is part of the Rhineland-Palatinate Culture Summer and is one of the most prominent art projects on the Middle Mosel.
Winninger Kunsttage — edition 2026
The 2026 edition marks the ninth iteration of the Winninger Kunsttage. The organizers confirm a selection of 11 international artists from three countries – USA, Italy, and Germany. The exact list of artists and locations will be communicated via the official website.
The stations are spread throughout the entire village. Visitors receive a map at the festival's start and can explore the village individually on foot. The opening hours of the stations are generally from 11 AM to 6 PM.
Programme Winninger Kunsttage 2026
Program structure of the 9th Winninger Kunsttage 2026 according to the organizers:
- Friday, May 8th, 2026: Festival opening in the evening. Vernissage with artist encounters. First stations open.
- Saturday, May 9th, 2026: All exhibition venues open all day (approx. 11 AM–6 PM). Guided tours of the festival in several languages. Encounters with artists at the stations. In the evening: Grand Art Party Night throughout the village with live music, open studios, and culinary offerings.
- Sunday, May 10th, 2026: Stations open all day. In the morning, Sunday service with art in the parish church of St. Peter, Winningen. In the afternoon, artist talks and finissage.
Accompanying this, numerous Winningen wineries offer tastings and wine sales. Detailed program with artist list and map at kunsttage-winningen.de.
Highlights Winninger Kunsttage 2026
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Practical information — Winninger Kunsttage
Date 2026: Friday, May 8th to Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Location: Spread throughout the village center of Winningen, 56333 Winningen (Mosel). Exhibition venues: Wineries, private homes, courtyards, and gardens.
Admission: Festival ticket / Festival wristband – prices and points of sale on the official website www.kunsttage-winningen.de.
Getting there: By car via the A 61 (exit Koblenz-Metternich), Winningen is located directly on the Mosel, about 8 km from Koblenz. By train to Winningen (Mosel) station on the Mosel line. Parking is limited – use public transport if possible.
Organizer: Kunsttage Winningen e.V.
Tip: Allow at least half a day to experience several stations in detail. Sturdy footwear recommended due to cobblestones and steep alleys.
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