Winzerfest Dernau – WEIN.BERG.FEST.
77th edition of the WeinKulturDorf wine festival with proclamation of the Wine Queen and parade
About Winzerfest Dernau
WeinKulturDorf Dernau
Dernau sees itself as a WeinKulturDorf (Wine Culture Village) and has, over decades, filled this concept with events such as the Winzerfest (wine festival), Musik & Wein (Music & Wine), the Martinsmarkt (St. Martin's Market), and the Weinherbst Mittelahr (Mittelahr Wine Autumn). The WEIN.BERG.FEST. wine festival is the central major event: three festival days on which the entire village becomes the venue. Courtyards, squares, streets, and the Weinkulturbühne (Wine Culture Stage) become a shared stage for the festival days.
77th Edition and Solidarity After the Flood
With its 77th edition, the Dernau wine festival is one of the most traditional wine festivals in the region. After the flood disaster in 2021, which severely affected Dernau, the festival has gained additional symbolic meaning: it stands for the revival of the valley, for the resilience of the winegrowing families, and for the solidarity of the village community.
Farewell and Crowning of the Wine Queen
On Friday evening, the outgoing Wine Queen celebrates her official farewell evening, and on Saturday, the new Wine Queen 2026/27 will be proclaimed. This double ceremony has been part of the festival's dramaturgy for decades and provides emotional highlights. The coronations are accompanied by festive speeches, music, and contributions from friendly wine royalty of the region.
Parade on Sunday
On Sunday at 2 PM, the grand parade sets off. All local associations, winegrowing families, the new and former wine royalty, and friendly associations march through the village center. The parade has been the heart of the festival for generations and attracts visitors from all over the Rhineland.
Kick-off to the Mittelahr Wine Autumn
The Dernau wine festival traditionally coincides with the start of the Mittelahr Wine Autumn, which runs from the end of September to the end of October. Thus, the festival is both its own highlight and the beginning of the autumn festival season along the Rotweinwanderweg (Red Wine Hiking Trail).
Winzerfest Dernau — edition 2026
Stands, courtyards, and stages are spread throughout the village center. The wine stands open on Friday, and are in operation all day on the weekend. The stage program ranges from "kölsch" live music to acoustic sets from the region.
Programme Winzerfest Dernau 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026
- Opening of the wine festival in the village center
- Farewell evening of the outgoing Wine Queen
- Wine service by Dernau vintners
- Evening stage program
Saturday, September 26, 2026
- All-day festival activities
- Proclamation of the new Wine Queen 2026/27
- Live music on the main stage
Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Musical morning pint in the forenoon
- Parade starting at 2 PM with local associations and wine royalty
- Festival winding down in the afternoon
- Start of the Mittelahr Wine Autumn
The complete stage and parade program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in advance. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years.
Highlights Winzerfest Dernau 2026
- 77th edition of the WEIN.BERG.FEST.
- Farewell and crowning of the Wine Queen
- Grand parade on Sunday afternoon
- Kick-off to the Mittelahr Wine Autumn
Prices Winzerfest Dernau 2026
Practical information — Winzerfest Dernau
Venue
Village center Dernau, 53507 Dernau in the Ahrtal valley.
Admission
Free admission. Prices for wine, sparkling wine, and food are available directly from the vintners and restaurateurs.
Parade
Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 2 PM through the village center.
Getting There
Take the Ahrtalbahn (RB 30) to Dernau station, then a few minutes' walk to the village center. Parking is severely limited during the festival weekend.
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