Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine

An Evening of Music & Wine

Discover a Historic Moselle Wine Village Celebrate the music and wines of the Moselle region in one of Germany’s most picturesque villages. As you depart your ship this evening, enjoy a musical performance of traditional song as your local guide takes you on a village stroll. At the Weinhof, hear the story of the Weinhexenlied , or “wine witch song.” The figure in the center of the fountain represents the wine witch, and is said to entice the fountain to reward the efforts of the season’s wine harvest and production with wine from its spout. Continue your walk through Winningen to the church, and step inside to enjoy an organ performance and learn more about the history of the village and its famous residents. Pass through the market square and cap your tour with a visit to a historic winery for a tasting of the region’s famed Riesling as you enjoy the sounds of lively, toe-tapping accordion music. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.