Festival and Culture

The range of facilities in Bernkastel- Kues is wide and does not only serve those who are keen on education: people who like to savour, to celebrate and to live high will enjoy our cheerful wine festivals. 

 

In spring, for example, there are the "Tage der offenen Weinkeller", the "days of open cellars", inviting to come and taste the new wine. In August, the "Wein- und Straßenfest", the "wine and street festival", attracts many people to come to Kues.

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And in September, there is the festival highlight of the year: the famous "Weinfest der Mittelmosel" (The Middle Mosel Wine Festival), the greatest wine festival of the Middle Moselle with fireworks and a splendid parade. In advent, a Christmas Market enchants visitors and residents with its unique atmosphere.

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The Moselfestwochen

The »Moselfestwochen«, a music festival, has become an institution for music adorers. More than 70 musical events in the most beautiful places along the Moselle meanders form the leading music festival in Rhineland- Palatinate. You will be fascinated by first-class concerts - and artists of world-wide reputation.

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Nicolas of Cusa

One of the most important medieval philosophers influenced the town substantially: the cardinal Nicolas of Cusa also known as "Cusanus". He is the author of many writings relating to the Arts which where ahead of their time - his scientific works are considered as epoch-making. In the Cusanus- Geburtshaus, the birthplace of Nicolas of Cusa, you will find a documentation on his life and his work. Seize the opportunity to meet this remarkable scholar - and don't miss to have a look at the Cusanus-Stift, the Cusanus Foundation, with the famous library which comprises one of the most precious collections of old manuscripts in the world.