Rüdesheimer Weinfest — Summer of Riesling
A long summer weekend on the Rhine in Rüdesheim — Germany's most famous wine-tourism town — celebrating Rheingau Riesling with local producers, live music, and the spectacular river backdrop. The Drosselgasse (Thrush Alley), a narrow lane famous for wine taverns, forms the festival's beating heart. In autumn, the Tage des Federweißen festival on the last two October weekends adds a harvest sequel with young, fermenting wines.
~30,000 visitors
Frankfurt (FRA) — 65 km
Annual, mid-August (4 days, Thu–Sun); plus Tage des Federweißen on last 2 October weekends 2026
Free
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