You are about to visit German Wine regions? Our blog offers plenty of answers on how to plan your wine tour in Germany. In the Travel Tips articles, you will find a host of practical tips regarding tour planning, transportation, accommodation, food, and wines.

Local events highlight wine festivals, scheduled tastings, and other wine-related activities. In Announcements we put a spotlight on special wine tours or events we organise. And in our Blog section you will find the odd bits of thoughts and musings about wine tourism in Germany.

wine fair in Germany

Wine Events in Germany for Wine Professionals 2026

The German wine business is getting ready for a set of trade events all set for March and April 2026. These are the shows in Germany that should have your...
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Enjoying wine at a winefest

2026 Wine Events in Mainz for Wine Lovers (short version)

Join our wine festivals in Mainz - a quick calendar and user guide :-)
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Steinberger in Rheingau - a view from the terrrace - (picture credit: Deutsches Weininstitut)

The Ultimate Wine Lover’s Guide to Frankfurt: Why Your Best Wine Holiday Starts Here

Many travelers ask, “I have one day in Frankfurt, where can I go for authentic wine culture?” Well, Frankfurt is a global financial hub, but it is also the gateway...
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Tooting my wine-horn 2025! …or: What guests loved about BottleStops with me

AI help me out of my post season misery! It’s early January 2026. Best time for your wine guide to work on backoffice matters, such as stats, bookkeeping, taxes, marketing...
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frosted vineyard in Germany

What about Icewine in Germany, Jérôme? Eight answers to your icewine questions!

If there is one recurring question on my wine tours, it is about icewine (Eiswein in German). Having grown up in Germany and spent decades enjoying German wine, I was...
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A Perfect Layover in Frankfurt: Discover my Mainz!

You will have a long layover in Frankfurt Airport and you are now looking for things to do other than just hanging around in the Airport? Sure, you can take...
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Detailed map of the German wine regions near Frankfurt showing BottleStops wine tours options

Discover Your Perfect Wine Tour Base: Frankfurt vs. Mainz

Can't decide whether to stay in Mainz or in Frankfurt? Here's our little Mainz vs Frankfurt quiz for wine travelers ...
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Visit of a winery for a corporate outing

Crafting Unique Corporate Experiences – 6 case studies

Based in Mainz, we specialize in creating bespoke wine-focused events for English- and German speaking corporate groups. The picturesque wine region surrounding Frankfurt, Mainz, and Wiesbaden provides the perfect backdrop...
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Mainz Cathedral in autumn

5 Reasons why Mainz should be on your German Tour Itinerary (updated 2026)

So, you got Heidelberg, Munich and Berlin on your list of tour stops when visiting Germany? You will have a guided tour at Eagles Nest, and you will visit Neuschwanstein?...
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Exploring Mainz Beyond Wine: Two Must-Visit Craft Breweries

I get it… not everyone is a wine lover… As a wine tour organizer in Mainz, I spend my days introducing visitors to the incredible wines of Germany. But not...
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Planning a Trip to German Wine Country? Avoid These Common 5 Mistakes

So, you’re heading to Germany’s wine regions—great choice! With its rolling and sometimes supersteep vineyards, historic villages, and world-class wines, it’s a top destination for any wine lover. But before...
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Swirl, Sip, Bond: Why Wine Tastings Contribute to a Great Team Event

Picture this: Your team is gathered around a table, this time not just talking about spreadsheets or deadlines, but swirling glasses of Riesling and laughing over who can identify the...
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