The Vignerons Indépendants wine fair at the Cruise Center Altona: 71 independent French winemakers to meet and taste.
The Salon des Vins des Vignerons Indépendants returns to Hamburg for its 2nd edition, from 23 to 25 October 2026 at the Cruise Center Altona. After a successful first edition in one of Europe's most iconic ports, the French Independent Winegrowers return to showcase the authenticity of French artisanal wines to German wine lovers and trade professionals.
A carefully selected group of independent winemakers will travel from across France, from the Jura to Provence, Alsace and Bordeaux, to present their wines directly to visitors, sharing the spirit of terroir beyond French borders.
Meet the winemakers directly: taste and discuss with a curated selection of independent French producers, in an intimate setting well suited to genuine exchange. Discover French gastronomy: foie gras, charcuterie, cassoulet and cheese platters, alongside seafood specialities such as oysters from the Île d'Oléron. Take advantage of free entry for wine trade professionals (on presentation of a business card), press (with press card) and under-15s.
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Dates: 23-25 October 2026
Opening hours: Friday 23 October, 15:00-20:00 / Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October, 11:00-18:00
Venue: Cruise Center Altona, Van-der-Smissen-Straße 5, 22767 Hamburg, Germany
Getting there: free parking on site
Entry: €15 in advance (before 23 October, 15:00), €20 full price; free for minors, wine trade professionals (business card) and press (press card) - Book tickets →
Organiser: Vignerons Indépendants de France
Contact: salons@vigneron-independant.com
