The Weinviertel in Lower Austria is situated far away from the hectic lifestyle and everyday stress. Gently swaying vineyards, the fields’ open vastness and typical cellar lanes with wine press-houses characterise the scenery of the region.

The first settlement of the Weinviertel occurred as early as 30,000 years ago. Circular ditch enclosures from the early days as well as medieval ribbon-built villages and villages built around a village green provide evidence of the region’s history-charged development.

World-famous wine has been cultivated in the Weinviertel for 3,000 years. Since the fall of the Iron Curtain, the border area has experienced an immense economic recovery. The social culture of the cellar lanes is reviving, and old traditions are being carefully modernised.

Opportunities to witness this are given at many events on wine. Around 200 trained cellar lane guides ensure that your venture into the realm of the Weinviertel’s legendary cellar pipes is an exhilarating one.