WINE FESTIVAL “JOIE DE VIVRE” 2026
There are moments you don’t plan—you simply experience them. The wine festival on St. Peter’s Island is one such evening: a celebration of the senses, of indulgence, and of connection, unfolding naturally from the quiet arrival to the lively atmosphere of the evening. Surrounded by the island’s beauty, a shared meal becomes an experience that brings people together—and an evening of indulgence turns into a true celebration of life.
Saturday, 15th of August 2026
The Evening at a Glance
Aperitif & Arrival 5:30 p.m.
An atmospheric start with live music, selected wines, and the first culinary delights. Time to relax and enjoy good conversation.
Dinner Together at Long Tables
Guests will dine and enjoy the meal together at long tables. Delicious regional dishes, carefully prepared and lovingly presented, are paired with select wines—an experience that brings people together. Afterward, accompanied by a DJ, guests will dance, celebrate, and enjoy life to the fullest.
Prices
Aperitif, dinner including paired beverages: CHF 145 per person
Transfer back: CHF 13 per person (by advance reservation only)
Sunday, 16th of August 2026
A Day Dedicated to Wine
Sunday invites you to discover the world of wine with all your senses. From 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., selected wines will be served for tasting at various booths—accompanied by fine delicacies and the expertise of our winemakers. Those who want to learn more can immerse themselves in stories about vines, terroir, and winemaking, discover new favorite wines, and learn what really matters when it comes to enjoying wine. A day for wine lovers, the curious, and anyone who wants to celebrate the joy of wine to the fullest.
Tickets including wine tastings: CHF 15 per person
Arrival and departure information
Travel by car to Erlach
where you can park conveniently in the public car park at Restaurant Du Port. Set your destination to Seestrandweg 23, 3235 Erlach. Link to the car park in Erlach.
Please note: Parking tickets can only be paid for at the machine with coins, via Twint or Parkingpay – no credit cards or banknotes.
You can then glide comfortably across the water with our taxi boat “Navette”. Buy your ticket in advance online in our ticket shop.
Another way to get there is by taking the Bielersee Schifffahrtgesellschaft (BSG) scheduled boat service.
