Wine country · WINE TOURS IN GERMANY
Every trip has one free afternoon too few. These 15 wine tours in Germany justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Join Simon for a two-hour, barrier-free walk from Porta Nigra to the Forum Baths. Along the way, taste five regional wines in summer or four local mulled wines in winter, with breadsticks, water, Roman sites, cathedral views, and a wine voucher included.
“Guide was fantastic. Wine very good. Plus learned a few things that are not in guide books. Would recommend this to others.”
Cruise Hamburg Harbor for 90 minutes with three glasses of red or white wine, 150 grams of regional cheese, crackers, and live German commentary. You will pass the docks, St. Michael’s Church, Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity, and possibly Speicherstadt, depending on the tide.
“Einfach alles war so super! Guter Wein, nette Unterhaltung, einfach ein wirklich schöner Abend. Kann ich wirklich sehr weiter empfehlen”
Spend 60 minutes on a quiet electric motorboat from Leipzig’s city harbor. Sip mulled wine or tea, snack on cookies, and hear German commentary as you pass Baedeker’s villa, Palmengartenwehr, Buntgarnwerke, and the Karl Heine Canals. Guide Uwe is known for lively stories and even the occasional song.
“Sehr unterhaltsame Tour mit einem gut gelaunten, anekdotensprudelnden Bootsführer. Unbedingt empfehlenswert.”
Spend 150 minutes on the Spree with Reederei Becker, dining at a private table as Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island, the Reichstag, and Bellevue Palace pass by. Choose a 3-course dinner with two drinks or a 4-course meal with unlimited beer, wine, Prosecco, and soft drinks.
“Very nice and relaxing experience. The dinner was good, the service very kind. A beautiful way to discover Berlin.”
In 50 minutes, Weisse Flotte Heidelberg takes you from Pier 5 along the Neckar past the Old Bridge, Heidelberg Castle, Neuenheim, Philosophers’ Walk, and Wieblingen Weir Bridge. You can sit outside or in a heated cabin while enjoying mulled wine or a non-alcoholic version.
Follow a traditionally dressed guide through Stuttgart’s Steinhalde vineyards for 210 minutes of steep paths, city views, five local wines, snacks, and wine-themed games. You’ll taste Cannstatter Zuckerle, learn about regional wine, and choose between English or German guidance.
“It was really fun. The tour guide was so nice and friendly! Games were fun and the wine was tasty. It’s a great way to socialize and see the vineyards.”
Join a German-speaking guide for a 150-minute wine hike from Freiburg’s Karlsplatz up the Schlossberg. You’ll ride the Schlossbergbahn, taste four wines and one secco from Lena Flurbacher winery, and hear about local vineyards, wine production, and Freiburg’s hilltop history.
Walk from Neumarkt through Dresden’s Old Town to three Christmas markets, passing the Frauenkirche, Procession of Princes, Royal Palace, Semper Opera, Zwinger, and Striezelmarkt. Your German-speaking guide explains Saxon holiday customs, with small Stollen and mulled wine tastings along the way.
Start at Reichsburg Cochem for a guided castle visit, then cruise the Moselle from the town promenade and finish with four wines in a wine and sparkling wine cellar. The six-hour outing also includes one bottle of wine per person to take home, but you must organize the transfers between stops.
“Ahnung für sich gut. Hätte eine Präsenz eines Reiseführer erwünscht erwünscht Preisleistungsverhältnis schlecht”
Spend about 8.5 hours on a historic paddle steamer from Dresden through Saxony’s wine country. You’ll pass Radebeul and Meissen, view Albrechtsburg Castle and Meissen Cathedral, stop at Diesbar and Seusslitz, and return by evening. Commentary is offered by announcements or app, though it may be limited.
Start at StadtSafari near Neckarmünzplatz and learn to handle a Segway before riding beside the Neckar, through orchards and vineyards, and up to Strahlenburg Castle. Guides such as Herbert and Christina keep the pace friendly and practical. The tour is scenic, active, and best for ages 15 to 64.
“Great and for beginners slightly demanding tour. My girlfriend and I had lots of fun. The guides Herbert and Christina did a great job. We can definitely recommend this activity.”
At Weingut Arns in Reil, your guide, often winemaker Alexander, leads a one-hour organic vineyard walk followed by a cellar tasting. Try four to five wines, including still, red, and traditionally made sparkling wine, with bread and water. English and German tours are available.
“This was one of the highlights of our holiday. Our guide effortlessly switched between German and English for the group, making everyone feel included. He gave us plenty of room to ask questions, and the view over the vineyard was absolutely beautiful. He and his family were so likeable and welcoming. The wines were delicious, we enjoyed them so much that we took home four bottles. Oh and we could bring our dog too, that was not an issue at all. Thank you so much Weingut Arns!”
At Jacques' Wein-Depot in Berlin-Bötzowviertel, an English-speaking Italian artist guides you through a two-hour canvas workshop while you taste white, rosé, and red wines. No art skills are needed, and alcohol-free options are available. The Friday session starts at 7 pm.
“Ich hätte gerne mehr über die Weine erfahren, es wurde kaum etwas dazu gesagt. Ein bisschen mehr Input hätte auch zu den Maltechniken dabei sein können. Insgesamt aber sehr schöne Sache.”
Meet a German-speaking wine expert at Stuttgart Wine Museum for three 0.1-liter regional pours: white, red, and rosé. Learn about Riesling, Pinot Gris, Lemberger, local vineyards, and museum background while enjoying salami, olives, cheese, and bread. The lineup changes each week.
Meet at Wein- und Gästehaus Genetsch in Lieser for a three-hour covered wagon ride through the Moselle vineyards. You will stop to taste wines grown along the route, hear about local winegrowing, and enjoy a regional picnic with wine, water, and grape juice at a scenic viewpoint. German and English are offered.
“De tour was heel leuk! Genoeg wijn en eten. Mooie omgeving. Het was alleen jammer dat wij de Engelse tour hadden geboekt en een Duitse kregen. De schoondochter sprak wel Engels, maar was geen tourgids. Hebben dus weinig informatie gekregen en geen uitleg gehad over de verschillende wijnen. Genoeg geproefd, maar zonder uitleg. Dat vonden wij wel jammer. Het was een gezellige dag, maar totaal niet informatief.”
Cellar doors, tasting rooms and the long lunches in between.
