Hiking & Whisky Open Air 2026: When festival feeling meets natural idyll

Hiking & Whisky Open Air 2026: When festival feeling meets natural idyll

Kallenhardt, Sauerland - July 17-18, 2026 - It's more than a festival - it's an experience: the "Hiking & Whisky Open Air" returns in summer 2026 and once again transforms the Sauerland into an extraordinary stage for music, enjoyment and community. On 17 and 18 July, visitors to Kallenhardt can look forward to an event that deliberately sets itself apart from classic festival formats.
With a top-class, international line-up, the open air will once again make a strong statement this year: Philipp Dittberner + Band will bring his unmistakable hits to the Sauerland, while Swedish ESC star Frans (2016) will radiate international flair. The program is complemented by the expressive Ela. Steinmetz, the exceptional Australian singer-songwriter Kim Churchill as well as Melanie Ryan, Mitchy & André Katawazi and the energetic band Kontrollverlust.
But the "Wandern & Whisky Open Air" stands for much more than music: embedded in the picturesque landscape of the Sauerland, the festival combines exercise, enjoyment and lifestyle. A special highlight are the guided hiking tours, which are accompanied by professional guides and have different thematic focuses - from nature experiences to pleasure hikes. This makes each tour an individual experience.
Visitors also have the opportunity to experience exclusive whisky tastings directly at the distillery. Both the walking tours and the tastings can be conveniently booked online in advance.
The special strength of the event lies in its atmosphere: personal, relaxed and far removed from mass processing. Here, artists and guests meet at eye level - a concept that is rare in today's festival landscape.
"We wanted to create a festival that you don't just visit, but experience - with real moments, good conversations and a unique combination of nature and music," explain the organizers Sabrina and Tommy.
Whether you are a die-hard whisky lover, hiking enthusiast or music fan - the "Hiking & Whisky Open Air" deliberately appeals to a wide audience. Even without hiking boots or whisky in a glass, an unforgettable weekend is guaranteed.
Tickets are already on sale. Weekend and day tickets as well as bookings for hiking tours and tastings are available at:
store.die-wanderbar.de


Further information will follow via Instagram: wandern_whisky_festival