What's New at the Fall Market
There are a few new vendors you should check out:
Paul Aldinger School in Steinheim and its booster club, offering wines made by the students on Weinstraße; Isabella Paradiso, owner of Aurolea Skin Naturals from Remseck on Level 5; Fischquelle and Forellenmanufaktur Watzl from Pleidelsheim in the Atrium of the new building; and Edit Zuka from Hungary, serving langos and Baumstriezel in the outdoor area; Anaïs with outstanding cheese, sausage, and ham specialties from France (Valrèas) and the surrounding area; Dr. Jörg Frauhammer, former mayor of Gemmrigheim, and Stratis Vasileiadis, village head of Ormenio, Greece, will be bringing Greek specialties to the market. We can look forward to it.
Wineries and Wine Offerings at the Spätling Market
How many wineries and wine offerings are there on the Spätling market? Where do they come from, and where can you find them?
Hessigheim Rock Garden Winery on the Wine and Gourmet Route
Domäne Monrepos – Duke of Württemberg, Ludwigsburg, on the Wine and Gourmet Route
Weiberle Winery, Sachenheim Hohenhaslach, in the Foyer, Level 2
Notz Winery, Sachsenheim Hohenhaslach, in the foyer on Level 2
Baumgärtner Winery, Sachsenheim Hohenhaslach, in the Foyer, Level 2
Lembergerland Winery, Vaihingen-Rosswag, in the foyer on Level 2
Horrheim-Gündelbach Vineyard, Vaihingen-Enz/Horrheim, on Level 4
Paul Aldinger School, Steinheim, on the Wine and Culinary Trail
Schütz Winery, Steinheim-Höpfigheim, on the Wine and Gourmet Trail
Geiger Winery, Ludwigsburg-Poppenweiler, in the Atrium of the New Building
Domaine Mireille & Vincent, Valreas, France, on Level 6
Wine from the Province of Bergamo on the Wine and Gourmet Trail
WEINBANDE Wine Tastings in Asperg on Level 9
Also joining the Young Winemakers’ Party in the Atrium on Thursday evening:
Young winemakers Björn Grau, Marius Conradt, Jasmin Franz, Benita Magenau from Horrheim, Gerd Keller from Sachsenheim, and Tobias Schifferer from Bönnigheim
Paul Aldinger School
Steinheim
Schools Join In: The Paul Aldinger School at the Fall Harvest Market
The Paul Aldinger School in Steinheim is also participating in the Spätlingsmarkt! The Vocational Preparation Center (BVE) and the Friends of the Paul Aldinger School are pleased to have a small booth on Wein- und Genussstraße this year.
As a district school, this presents a special opportunity: the school’s own wine can be showcased, tasted, and, of course, purchased at the Spätlingsmarkt.
This wine is more than just a fine drink. Behind its creation lie dedication, collaborative learning, and hands-on experience. The students at the BVE have the opportunity to develop skills for their future careers and take on responsibility—in a practical way and right in the heart of community life.
The Friends of the School Association supports this participation and makes it possible for the Paul-Aldinger School to introduce its own wine to a wider audience.
Stop by, get to know the Paul-Aldinger-Schule, and feel free to take home a bottle of the school’s own wine as a special memento of the Spätlingsmarkt.
Beer Culture - A few more spots will be available soon—please check back
An enjoyable journey through time into the beer culture of the 18th century
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
8:00 p.m. in the Atrium of the new wing of the Ludwigsburg County Administration Building
📍 Hindenburgstraße 30, 71638 Ludwigsburg
29 euros per person
Ludwigsburg in the days of the young Friedrich Schiller: The Royal Palace dominates the city, people gather in taverns for socializing—and, of course, a good drink is a must.
But what did beer taste like around 250 years ago? What was brewed back then? What ingredients went into the brewing kettle—and how does the brewing craft of that era differ from our beer today?
During our beer tasting set in Schiller’s time, we’ll delightfully explore these questions. Brewers Clemens Thüsing and Michael Dahms from s’Esele Bier in Asperg will take you on an entertaining journey through 18th-century brewing culture.
Look forward to special beers, exciting stories, and fascinating insights into the world of historical beer brewing. Learn about the role beer and tavern culture played in people’s daily lives, and discover the diversity of craft-brewed beers along the way.
Of course, one thing in particular is a must: the tasting! Together, we’ll sample various beers and bring history to life simply through our own taste buds. To go with it, there will be delicious snacks from Huober.
Because history doesn’t have to be dry—especially not when two brewers from Asperg are pouring the beer and “Die Musiker die Nachbarn” are playing along!
Join us on an enjoyable and musical journey through time to Schiller’s Ludwigsburg —and experience brewing culture sip by sip and note by note!
DIE NACHBARN – Acoustic Jam from Ludwigsburg
Bluegrass songs, old-time fiddle tunes, and tracks from the hillbilly and country traditions: Die Nachbarn play handmade, acoustic music from the U.S. Virtuoso performances on violin, banjo, dobro, mandolin, and double bass—with plenty of energy and wit. www.dienachbarn.net
Rustic coziness, dim lighting, listening to stories, taking your time, smiling faces, frothy beer, and delicious snacks from HUOBER. It’s the pure pub experience right in the heart of the Ludwigburg District Office, in the new building at Hindenburgstraße 30, in the atrium.
After rehearsal, you’ll have the chance to wind down the evening in a relaxed atmosphere with beer and live music from the band.
Register here: Events: Ludwigsburg District Office
🌶️ Chili Tasting – Discover the World of Chilis
How spicy would you like it? 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
3:00 p.m. in the Small Hall of the Ludwigsburg County Administration Building
📍 Hindenburgstraße 40, 71638 Ludwigsburg
At the chili tasting at the Spätlingsmarkt, we’ll take you on a journey into the fascinating world of chili peppers. Discover the incredible variety of these little pods—from sweet and fruity flavors to pleasantly mild varieties and even the hottest chili peppers in the world.
Chilis can have surprisingly diverse flavors: fruity, sweet, spicy, or smoky. The natural compound capsaicin is primarily responsible for their heat. Depending on the variety, the amount of capsaicin can vary greatly—and so can your personal experience of the heat.
In addition to their distinctive flavor, chili peppers also contain valuable nutrients such as vitamin C and antioxidant-rich plant compounds.
Taste, discover, experience the heat—and get to know the fascinating diversity of chili peppers!
Join us and find out where your personal heat tolerance lies. 🔥
Admission: 15 euros per person
You can register here Events: Ludwigsburg District Office
🌲 Wonderland Forest
An exciting day of fun for the whole family
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
11 a.m.–5 p.m. in the Grand Hall of the Ludwigsburg County Administration Building
starting at 2 p.m., also in the outdoor area
📍 Hindenburgstraße 40, 71638 Ludwigsburg
Organizers:
Dachshund Club Württemberg and Hohenzollern e.V., Stromberg-Heuchelberg Nature Park, District Hunting Association, Springinsfeld Children’s Foundation, Ludwigsburg Landscape Conservation Association, NABU Markgröningen Group, and our Forestry and Fire Protection departments, as well as the Kornwestheim Fire Department.
Dive into the fascinating world of the forest! At the Forest Adventure Day, there’s plenty to discover, try out, and marvel at. Exciting hands-on activities teach you interesting facts about our local forests and their animal inhabitants—in a playful and fun way.
🦉 Exciting activity stations
On the prowl!
Discover the forest’s hidden animals and learn more about their way of life.
Bats—the “invisible” forest dwellers
Exciting insights into the mysterious world of bats.
Forest Birds
Experience biodiversity in a whole new way: Listen to bird songs and get to know our native bird species.
Make Unique Forest Bracelets
Get creative and design your very own personalized keepsake.
Forest Animals
How do hunters care for our native wildlife? Exciting information about wildlife management and conservation.
Nature Learning Center & Sensory Boxes
Feel, guess, and discover—experience nature with all your senses.
Tree-Bending Simulator – outdoors
How stable are trees? Find out!
Wildfire Fighting – Information Booth
Interesting facts about wildfires, their dangers, and how to fight them.
Valuable fawn rescue with the help of drones
Learn how fawns are protected from mowers using modern drone technology.
Building Nest Boxes for Native Birds
Get involved and make an important contribution to bird conservation.
🌳 Forest Wonderland
Exciting information, great games, and plenty of hands-on activities all about the forest!
Even outside of the theme day, there are plenty of other activities for children on this day.
👩🏫 School Group Visits
School groups are warmly welcome!
Please register your visit in advance.
📞 07141 / 144 428 55
Young winemaker afterwork PAAAAAARTY with DJ Rainer from Sonnenhof
Thursday, November 5, 2026, starting at 6 p.m. in the Atrium
Following last year’s huge success, it’s time once again for a party at the county administration office!
Young winemakers will be pouring their finest wines, ensuring the perfect way to kick off the evening with bubbly champagne and exquisite wines.
There’ll also be music, a great atmosphere, and plenty of opportunities to wind down after work with a glass of wine. DJ Rainer from the Sonnenhof will provide the right beat and is sure to get many a dancer’s heart racing.
So: Grab some friends, ring in the end of the workday, and head to the Atrium.
Let’s get the party started!
Free admission!
THE CLASSIC
The Wine Tasting at the Spätling Market 2026
Friday, November 6, 2026 · 4:00 p.m.
Main Hall of the Ludwigsburg County Administration Building
Hindenburgstraße 40 · 71638 Ludwigsburg
Four wine enthusiasts, exceptional wines, and plenty of enjoyment:
The “Weinbande”—Florian, Daniela, Simon, and Michael—invite you once again this year to their popular wine tasting at the Spätlingsmarkt. And, of course, they have a few special surprises in store for you.
We’ll kick things off with a Sauvignon Blanc battle: two wines, an exciting comparison, and perfectly paired young goat cheese.
Next up is rosé—and for the grand finale, Syrah will be poured. After all, this grape variety is also grown right here in the Ludwigsburg district. Vincent from Valréas will provide a special comparison: He’s bringing a barrique-aged Syrah to compete against a Syrah from the Ludwigsburg district. Which wine will come out on top? Taste, compare, and decide for yourself!
To go with it, there will be robust cheeses and delicious salami from Provence, enhanced with black olive paste and served with crispy baguettes from the spelt baker Kleinle.
Anaïs, the owner of the new cheese stand on Level 6 featuring specialties from Valréas and the surrounding area, will provide the culinary delights from Valréas. She’s bringing cheese, salami, and ham straight from Provence.
And since a delightful afternoon naturally deserves a sweet ending, a special creation by Jenny Dieterich awaits as the grand finale.
Wine, cheese, salami, baguette, and a sweet finale—let the Weinbande spoil you and experience a wine tasting full of surprises and delight!
Admission: 39 euros
You can register here
Climate-friendly local transportation
Bicycle stands during the Spätlingsmarkt - also in 2026
In cooperation with the Association of Bicycle and Pedestrian-Friendly Communities (AGFK), the district is providing 120 additional bicycle parking spaces in Eugenstraße for visitors to the Spätlingsmarkt who come by bike.
So it's best to come by bike, as this not only saves greenhouse gases, but also improves the parking situation for cars.
The bicycle parking spaces are very well received.
3 climate-friendly rickshaws - still in the planning stage, but we hope that the rickshaws will also be running in 2026
Our tried-and-tested shuttle service will again be happy to transport you from Ludwigsburg station to the district administration office at the Spätlingsmarkt or vice versa. Transportation is free of charge and is also great fun for children. The bus stop is located at the ZOB, directly opposite Ludwigsburg railroad station and at the District Office in Eugenstraße.
With fruit from regional orchards: Fruit brandy award
It's that time again. The fruit brandy award ceremony as part of the Spätlingsmarkt is taking place again. We cordially invite you to submit your brandies made from fruit from orchards, Williams pear brandy, marc brandy, spirits as well as gin or whisky free of charge by October 23, 2026.
The prerequisite for participation is that the fruit comes from regional orchards in the Ludwigsburg district. This is your contribution to the preservation of the orchards. In addition, the brandies must also be distilled in the district of Ludwigsburg.
As a private individual, you are also welcome to submit your rarities, specialties and distillates - the treasures of the district.
The Klein- und Obstbrennerverband Nord-Württemberg e.V. will carry out the test at the end of October in the district administration office.
COUNTY CIDER 2026
The new vintage is here!
After the last batch sold out in early summer 2025, the dry spell has finally come to an end this summer. Last fall, we were able to harvest over 4 metric tons of late-season apples from orchard meadows, and we’re thrilled to introduce the new Landkreis Cider!
The new Landkreis Cider is available at the Schütz Fruit Juice Press in Mundelsheim: Larger quantities can be picked up at the press (Käsbergstraße), and individual cases at the beverage store (Wertweg).
Schütz Fruit Juice Press | Delicious Fruit Products | Near Ludwigsburg - Schütz Fruit Juices
Price: A crate of 20 bottles of cider costs €25.10 net, €29.87 gross, plus a €3.42 crate deposit.
The project partners—Ludwigsburg District, LEV Ludwigsburg, and the StoP Orchard Project from Sachsenheim—aim to support you, as orchard managers, through the “Ludwigsburg District Cider” project by offering an attractive price for cider fruit. It’s the perfect drink for club parties, community events, gift baskets, and, of course, for enjoying a private summer treat on the patio.
