Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival
One of the first Palatinate wine festivals of the year with Maypole raising on May 1st
About Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival
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Spring Opening in a Palatinate Wine Village
Wollmesheim is located on the western edge of Landau, framed by vineyards and the nearby Palatinate Forest. The historic wine-growing village has been part of the city of Landau since 1937 but has retained its village character. The May and Wine Festival on May 1st is one of the first wine festivals in the region and marks the beginning of the Palatinate wine festival season, which runs from May to October along the entire Südliche Weinstraße (Southern Palatinate Wine Route).
Tradition and Maypole
The highlight of the festival day is the raising of the Maypole by the local youth – a custom that attracts many onlookers each year. The colorfully decorated Maypole is erected with strength and skill, traditionally accompanied by pretzels, Weißwurst (white sausages), and a welcome drink. This is followed by the musical program.
Wine, Food, and Atmosphere
Local vintners serve their young wines: dry Rieslings, fruity Pinot Blancs, sparkling wine, and the first Palatinate Rosé of the year. Palatinate specialties such as Bratwurst (fried sausage), Saumagen (stuffed pig's stomach), Flammkuchen (savory tart), and salads complete the offering. The rectory garden offers coffee and cake, and warm meals are available at lunchtime. The atmosphere is relaxed and familial – a true Palatinate festival Saturday with sun, wine, and good company.
Location and Surroundings
Wollmesheim is easily reachable from Landau by city bus in just a few minutes. Those who wish to combine the festival with a hike can explore the surrounding vineyards on well-marked trails – for example, via Wollmesheimer Berg with views of the Rhine Plain and the Vosges mountains.
Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival will take place on May 1st. As in previous years, Wollmesheim's associations and the youth group are organizing a festival program that marks the start of the wine festival season in Southern Palatinate.
The traditional festival day brings the entire village community together and attracts hundreds of guests from Landau and the region each year. The exact stage and music program will be published a few weeks before the event on wollmesheim.com.
Programme Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival 2026
The exact 2026 program will be published by the organizer in spring 2026. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- 10:00 AM — Festival begins at the village square
- Morning — Maypole raising by the Wollmesheim youth group
- Weißwurst brunch with pretzels
- Lunch — Palatinate specialties (Bratwurst, Saumagen, Flammkuchen, salads)
- Serving of young wines from Wollmesheim vintners (Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Rosé, sparkling wine)
- Afternoon — Coffee and cake in the rectory garden
- Live music and convivial gathering
Highlights Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival 2026
- Maypole raising by the youth group
- Young Palatinate wines directly from the vintner
- Palatinate specialties at fair prices
- One of the first festivals of the season in Southern Palatinate
Prices Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival 2026
Free admission. Food and drinks consumed.
Practical information — Wollmesheim May and Wine Festival
Date
Friday, May 1, 2026, from 10 a.m.
Location
Dorfplatz and Pfarrgarten Landau-Wollmesheim, 76829 Landau in der Pfalz.
Admission
Free. Food and drinks consumed.
Organizer
Local associations and youth group Wollmesheim.
Getting There
Easily reachable by city bus from Landau Hbf (main station) in a few minutes. Limited parking in the village center – arrival by public transport or bicycle recommended.
Tip
Combine the festival with a hike through the vineyards around Wollmesheim. The Pfälzer Mandelpfad (Palatinate Almond Trail) passes nearby.
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