Located on Krämerstraße in the heart of Oppenheim’s old town, Völker Restaurant offers guests a warm, modern space with a stylish interior, a cozy wine lounge, and a garden courtyard ideal for relaxed outdoor dining. The restaurant’s menu is rooted in seasonal and regional ingredients, often sourced locally, and complemented by a curated selection of Rheinhessen wines and sekt, showcasing the diversity of one of Germany’s most celebrated wine regions.
But Völker isn’t only about the food, it’s about the story. The team is known for pairing fine dining with experiences that honour the region’s history and culture, setting the table for much more than a meal.
“Dinner for One” performance
Guests at Völker are invited to begin their evening with a guided tour through Oppenheim’s historic underground tunnels – a vast network of cellars and passageways that reveal the town’s layered past, especially its long tradition of winemaking and trade.
Cultural programming is woven into the restaurant’s identity. One of the most popular experiences is the “Dinner for One” performance, a Rheinhessen-dialect interpretation of the British sketch comedy classic. Staged over a thousand times in the restaurant’s own cellar theatre, the show is paired with a special menu and regional wine selections.
Adding even more depth to its cultural offering, Völker Restaurant is located in the birthplace of Paul Wallot, the architect of the German Reichstag building in Berlin. The restaurant houses a dedicated exhibition on Wallot’s life and work, offering visitors a glimpse into the mind of one of Germany’s most influential visionaries. His legacy, rooted in precision, form, and national identity, echoes through the thoughtful design of the space and its connection to the region’s heritage.
Oppenheim is part of Rheinhessen, Germany’s largest winegrowing region, known for its rolling vineyards, vibrant wine villages, and strong traditions. With its Gothic Katharinenkirche, medieval city walls, and the Deutsches Weinbaumuseum, Oppenheim is a town where history is present in every stone and cellar. Visitors can explore family-run wineries producing top-tier Riesling, Silvaner, and Pinot varieties, or simply take in the landscape shaped over centuries by winemaking culture.
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a cultural traveller, or a culinary explorer, Völker Restaurant offers an experience that resonates well beyond the plate. With its integration of gastronomy, history, and architecture, and its location in a town steeped in wine heritage and national history and a must-visit stop on any journey through Rheinhessen.
Photo credit: Peter Pulkowski Kopie, Völker Restaurant