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The Moselle Wine Festival will take place again in Bernkastel-Kues from September 2 to 6, 2027
In the town of Bernkastel-Kues, the five days surrounding the first Sunday in September are something very special every year. That’s when one of the most beautiful wine festivals on the Moselle takes place—the Middle Moselle Wine Festival.
Highlights of the five-day wine festival include the coronation of the Mosella, the delightful Wine Route, the lively fairground, the “ ” colorful fireworks, and the traditional wine festival parade featuring countless floats and marching groups. An extensive supporting program—featuring a “Moselblümchen Meets Winzerkittel” evening, live music, and a wine-tasting evening—rounds out the festivities.
For wine connoisseurs from all over the world, the wine festival in Bernkastel-Kues is a must-attend event. And so, over the course of the five days of the festival, numerous visitors flock to this Moselle town, making it one of the largest wine festivals along the entire Moselle.
5
wine-filled days
25
Wine Stands
3
Music stages and 6 music venues
Moselle flower meets winegrower's smock
At the Middle Moselle Wine Festival, the motto is: Women wear Moselle flowers and men dress appropriately in winegrowers' smocks! And all those who appear on the market square in Bernkastel on Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. in this Moselle costume will receive a gift and a participation ticket for the later raffle! Countless Moselle flowers and winegrowers' costumes will then cavort on the market square, creating a fantastic picture against the backdrop of half-timbered houses. You shouldn't miss out on this.
Reception of the Mosella
From 8 p.m., the Friday of the wine festival has always been dominated by the Mosella, the wine queen of the town of Bernkastel-Kues. The historic market square in Bernkastel is then filled with hundreds of spectators when the Mosella arrives with her two princesses on a magnificent carriage. The town's associations, such as the Bernkasteler Bürgerwehr, the Landshut Knights, the medieval group and the music association, traditionally provide the appropriate musical backdrop. In addition, there are over 20 wine queens from numerous Moselle communities with twice as many wine princesses, who walk down the red carpet to the stage. The Bernkasteler Doctor, the cellar master of the Knight of Hunolstein and the herald with his companions, who will announce the wine festival message, will also be there.
Crowned at the 2025 Wine Festival, Mosella Luna I will represent the town, the region and the wine at many public appearances until 2027. Her aim is to inspire wine lovers from other villages and towns to visit Bernkastel-Kues. She will be supported by her wine princesses Mia and Cora.
Would you like a signed autograph card of the Mosella? You can easily order one from our brochure mailing service.
Spectacular Fireworks
The fireworks display on Saturday evening at 9 p.m. is the highlight of the wine festival, captivating young and old alike. Colorful fireworks, a shower of sparks, and impressive light shows will light up the dark night sky. Find a nice spot on the banks of the Moselle in Kues and watch the colorful spectacle in the night sky—preferably with a glass of delicious Moselle wine in hand.
Traditional parade
With countless groups from Germany and abroad, the parade winds its way through the old town, over the Moselle bridge to Kues from 2 pm on Sunday afternoon. The wine majesties from over 20 Moselle communities will also be there with their unique floats. Music societies and various foot groups such as Winzerkittel, Winzer anno dazumal and Moselblümchen complete the great parade. Find a spot along the route of the procession and watch the colorful hustle and bustle. Or if you would like to find out more about the individual communities with their floats and groups, listen to the presenters in Römerstraße, on the market square or on the bridgehead.
Experience 300 meters of delight along the Wine Route
The 300-meter-long Wine Route is the heart of the Middle Moselle Wine Festival. It stretches directly in front of the Moselle Visitor Center along the riverbank, from the bridgehead to the edge of town toward Graach. Over the course of five days, numerous Mosel communities present their high-quality selection of Riesling and other wine varieties here. Stroll from wine stand to wine stand among the various towns amid the festive atmosphere and enjoy the finest Mosel wines. The many food stands also entice visitors with their fragrant, hearty, or sweet dishes—from tarte flambée and hearty grilled meats to vegetable dishes and potato pancakes. There’s something for every taste. But the Wine Route offers not only delights for the palate but also for the ears. Numerous music groups and bands provide lively music. So enjoy a few convivial hours with fine wine, delicious food, and rousing music along the Wine Route, and immerse yourself in the unforgettable atmosphere of the wine festival.
To kick off the wine festival on Thursday, a wine-tasting evening will take place along the Wine Route starting at 5:00 p.m. During this event, wines will be available for tasting at the wine stands in slightly smaller portions (5 cl), allowing you to sample a wide variety of wines in all their diversity.
Thrilling music acts on three stages and five music venues
For five days, every evening, atmospheric music acts on the three main stages ensure exuberance, dancing and simply a good mood. But there are not only top musical performances in the evenings. A wide variety of bands and music clubs also play throughout the day on the stages or music squares.
The program over the five days could not be more varied. From pop hits and brass band music to rock, pop and funk. So let yourself go, dance or sing along to the evergreens of yesterday and the hits of tomorrow.
Action at the Fair—Homemade Goods at the Market
The fairgrounds and market on the banks of the Moselle in Kues have traditionally served as a counterpart to the Wine Route on the opposite bank of the river.
It always starts one day later than the Wine Route, but lasts one day longer. So from Friday through Tuesday, you can visit the fair and the Moselauenmarkt in Kues.
For the adventurous, there’s thrills and excitement on a variety of rides—including major highlights like Break Dance, Auto Scooter, Avengers Royal (a vertical drop ride), and Marvel Station (a whirling ride). Younger guests will also get their fill of fun: with a children’s carousel, children’s chain swing ride, children’s Ferris wheel, and duck fishing, fun and excitement are guaranteed. For those who prefer to take it easy, there are, of course, plenty of options as well.
Delicious treats await at numerous food stands—from crêpes and churros to pizza, grilled meats, and fresh vegetables.
While some enjoy the excitement and fun at the amusement park, others discover all kinds of handmade items at numerous stalls in the adjacent market—a lovely alternative to the hustle and bustle. Look forward to a wide variety of offerings: jewelry, home decor, household goods, delicacies, sewn items, felted goods, woodwork, pillows, plaster figurines, and much more.
Wine route opening hours
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday, September 2 | from 5 p.m |
| Friday, September 3 | from 12 p.m. |
| Saturday, September 4 | from 11 a.m |
| Sunday, September 5 | from 11 a.m |
| Monday, September 6 | from 12 p.m. |
