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WHERE: Bad Durkheim, Germany.
WHEN: from 06th to 10th and from 13th to 16th September 2024
The name should not be misleading. Durkheimer Wurstmarkt literally means the Sausage Market. In this case, however, wine is the protagonist. And in fact, it is the largest wine festival in the world.
Or, at least, it is the slogan of the organizers.
The numbers are all on the side of the Durkheim Sausage Market, one of the most anticipated events of all the Palatinate which, every year, makes almost 700.000 visitors recorder. No wonder wine lovers from all over the world come to Bad Dürkheim to taste the approximately 300 wine selections on offer.
It is also a festival of great tradition that will take place almost 600 years in these fantastic lands, the second and third weekend of September.
Tradition and above all, great quality. In fact, all the wines must overcome an incredibly selective process, to guarantee uniqueness and great quality. Each label must obtain a specific certificate and authorization; moreover, it must come exclusively from the area of Bad Durkheim. The selection varies from reds, to sparkling white wines and sparkling wines.
Password: fun. Excellent food. Excellent gastronomic offer to accompany your drinks. Live music and shows. And, as in the German tradition, many rides and attractions, from the most incredible and adrenalitic, to those dedicated to the little ones.
Durkheim Sausage Market is, without a doubt, an excellent opportunity for revelry. In family or with friends.
PRACTICAL INFO
HOW TO GET
The best way to reach the German town is through Frankfurt / Main or, alternatively, Stuttgart. Frankfurt International Airport is about 100 kilometers from Bad Durkheim and is well connected to major European and non-European destinations.
To arrive by train, you must make 2 changes; first in Mannheim and, later, in Neustadt.
The 97 kilometers by car are much more convenient. The route crosses, to a large extent, the A67 highway. The advice is to rent a car directly at the airport.
WHAT TO DO AND SEE
LITERARISCHER FRÜHSCHOPPEN: one of the cult events of the Durkheim Sausage Market. On Sundays all the fans of the Palatinate dialect get together.
JULES VERNE TOWER. It is a fantastic tower, about 80 meters high. An elevator will take you to the top, at the speed of 2 meters per second. Crazy sight on all the Durkheimer Wurstmarkt and the city.
WILDE MAUS XXL: the fantastic roller coasters, supported by virtual reality. Guaranteed fun.
The Schubkarchstände are the real heart of the Durkheim Sausage Market. Between barrels and wooden carts, you can enjoy the best wine and sausages. In total there are 36 Schubkarchstände, all built according to traditional styles. You can choose from 300 wines and sparkling wines.
DURKHEIM SAUSAGE MARKET 2024 TIMETABLE AND PROGRAM
The Festival takes place over the course of two weeks, from the 06th to the 10th and from 13th to 16th September 2024, for a total of 9 days. Here, below, are the times of the main events not to be missed:
- FRIDAY 06th. At 17:00, big concert and festive walk from Ludwigsplatz to Gradierbau. From the latter, at the Michaeliskapelle, official opening of the event.
- MONDAY 09th. At 10 hours: 30, literary drink in the morning, at the Schubkarchstände. At 18 on the dot, coronation of the Wine Princess of Bad Durkheim.
- TUESDAY 10th. From the 21:00, the awaited fireworks show, with colorful fires to the rhythm of music.
- FRIDAY 13th. At 13:00, wine tasting at the Riesenrad. At the 15:00, Schlagernagmittag.
- MONDAY 16th. On the closing day, at 10: 00 appointment with the Poetry Palzer. At the 21:00, the final fireworks show.
WHERE TO SLEEP
Bad Durkheim’s accommodation offer is far from excellent. Our advice is to look for a structure in the surrounding area because there is no shortage of offers, starting from Hotel Residenz Limburgerhof, in the homonymous town about 15 kilometers from the destination. This is a good value-for-money hotel in 4stelle, just a few minutes from the train stop. All rooms, suites and rooms of the Hotel Residenz Limburgerhof are bright, comfortably furnished and feature free Wi-Fi. You can start your day the best way with a delicious complimentary breakfast buffet. Or relax in the Limburgerhof’s sauna and solarium or work out in the fitness room. Infos and reservations from here.
Who was lucky enough to find availability, the Weingut Zumstein It is one of the best facilities in Bad Durkheim. Beautifully located, it is ideal for discovering the wonderful town and its renowned festival. Book your room at the best price, from this link.
*all information contained herein, including timetables and prices, is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered official. All names and trademarks herein belong to their respective owners.
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