Wintertime is dream time in the Rheingau
When the grapes have been picked and the new wine is bubbling towards perfection in the cellars, when the trees stretch their bare branches into the sky and the animals in the forest come out of cover because they are hungry... then, at the latest, people also shift gears down and put on thick socks.
“It’s getting comfortable now”
... say the people of Rheingau and gather together over mulled wine and dishes that warm the soul. A special time is beginning. We're happy to share them with our guests and let you in on a little secret: Anyone who wants to experience the Rheingau without the hustle and bustle and in a completely authentic way, who wants to talk to the people who live here, who wants to for heartwarming things, then come to us now!
The winemakers' small, lovingly arranged Christmas markets open on the weekends and invite you to browse without crowds. The tempting smell of roast goose and game dishes comes from the kitchens of the inns. The Pinot Noir sparkles in the glasses and provides the liquid accompaniment. But a golden yellow, ripe Riesling is also a perfect partner, and many wine lovers want to have heard the angels singing after drinking it.
For outdoor fans:
Here in the Rheingau you can lace up your hiking boots all year round. Even in snow and ice, you don't have to stay indoors. Where there is a will, there is a way!
The roar of the deer can still be heard well into late autumn, and with a bit of luck you can find small, green moss pads or beautiful branches and bushes for winter decorations at home.
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Our team’s insider tips at a glance
Cozy Advent markets in the wineries and places with history
Why should it be any different in the Rheingau! In the run-up to Christmas you would have to tear yourself to pieces if you wanted all the many Christmas events, the markets and lovingly staged get-togethers, the mulled wine hikes, the concerts, and much more to visit.
That's why we have deliberately made a "small" selection for you.
So then, take a look, raise your glasses and relax!
- Christmas celebration Weingut Dillmann, Geisenheim November 9-10 & 16-17, 2024
- Christmas magic in the Bickelmeier winery November 22-24, 2024
- Draiser Winter Fun Eltville-ERBACH, Baron von Knyphausen Winery, November 29 – December 30, 2024
- Christmas Castle Rheinstein Castle, Trechtingshausen, November 23 - December 22, 2024
- Advent market in the Allendorf winery, Oestrich-WINKEL, November 30 - December 22, 2024
- Geisenheimer Advent magic, Cathedral Square November 29 – December 30, 2024
- Christmas market in the Hallgarten wine cellar November 30 - December 1, 2024
- Christmas market at the Armada farm, Wiesbaden-Frauenstein, November 30 - December 1, 2024
- Advent magic in Höllenberg, Assmannshausen domain, November 30 - December 1, 2024
- COZY ADVENT at Johannisberg Castle, Geisenheim, November 30 - December 1, 2024
- Lorch Christmas market in the historic courtyard of the Hilchenhaus, November 30, 2024
- Mulled wine disco Weinhof Martin, Eltville-ERBACH, November 30, 2024
- Cozy Nicholas market in Kaub, December 6, 2024
- Ingelheim Christmas market at the castle church on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays December 6-22, 2024
- Christmas market winery Robert König December 7-8, 2024
- Eltville Christmas market December 7-8, 2024
- Traubenwerk Christmas market in Lorch December 7-8, 2024
- Christmas market Weingut Baer Bacharach December 7, 2024
- Fairytale Christmas market Ober-Hilbersheim December 7-8, 2024
- Christmas market at Vollrads Castle Oestrich-WINKEL, December 7-8, 2024
- Burg Reichenstein Christmas market in Trechtingshausen, December 9-10, 2024
- Christmas market in Bad Schwalbach December 7-8 2024
- Mulled wine party Weinhof Martin, Eltville-ERBACH, December 14, 2024
- Christmas market in and around the Brentanoscheune, Oestrich-WINKEL December 14-15, 2024
- Christmas presentation at the Eisenbach-Korn winery, Oberheimbach December 21, 2024
Advent trips on the Rhine
- Advent magic on board with the KD
While it's freezing cold outside and festively decorated city panoramas pass by, things are getting romantically cozy again on the KD ships. Enjoy the wintry panorama on board our comfortable excursion ships. Boat tours in the romantic Rhine Valley are a special pleasure at any time of the year!
- Romantic fondue trip on board the Bingen Rüdesheimer
On the festively decorated ships you will experience an approximately 3-hour round trip from Rüdesheim or Bingen to Bacharach and back again. You can choose between cheese and meat fondue. Secure your places now, register here.
- Bow waves and fairytale Christmas on board the Rössler line
A special kind of Advent program: On board the Rössler line ships, you will be enchanted with customs and legends of the pre-Christmas season on an afternoon trip to the romantic Middle Rhine Valley. Christmas tour and Advent program at various dates, all information can be found here.
All information is provided without guarantee and is subject to change.