Southern Styria
Vineyards, wine routes and wine taverns

Southern Styria is known for its wine routes, wineries and wine taverns. Here are the five top highlights that will make your trip an unforgettable experience:

Wine routes and wineriesthe South Styrian Wine Route winds its way through the gentle hills of the region and offers breathtaking views of the vineyards. Numerous wineries and vinotheques invite you to taste the region's top wines.

Hike along the Klapotetz trailthe Klapotetz, a wooden windmill, is part of the region's culture. The Klapotetzweg trail combines nature, culture and enjoyment. It leads through the picturesque landscape along the vineyards. Numerous wine taverns await you along the way.

Southern Styria Nature Park: The Südsteiermark Nature Park is a highlight for nature lovers. Gentle hills, forests, fields, meadows and vineyards characterize the landscape. Hikers and cyclists will find a network of well-signposted trails here.

Culinary delights and wine taverns: From pumpkin seed oil to Brettljause snacks and freshly baked bread, accompanied by a glass of Styrian wine. The wine taverns offer the perfect place to enjoy the local cuisine in a cozy atmosphere.

Three wine routes wind their way through southern Styria:

South Styrian Wine Routethis is the best known in the region and leads through picturesque vineyards, past numerous wineries and wine taverns. The route usually starts in Ehrenhausen and continues via Leutschach to Kitzeck im Sausal.

Sausal Wine Routethis route leads through the area around the wine village of Gamlitz, which is known for its rolling hills and excellent wines. It runs around the villages of Gamlitz, Ratsch and the surrounding area.

Schilcher Wine Routethis road is famous for the Schilcher, a rosé-colored wine made here from the Blauer Wildbacher grape.

Southern Styria includes wine-growing villages located in the middle of the hilly landscape and along the wine routes. Here are some of the best-known places in the region:

Leutschach an der Weinstraßea central town along the South Styrian Wine Route. Leutschach is known for its vineyards, wine taverns and its proximity to the Slovenian border.

Ehrenhausen an der Weinstraßea pretty wine village that often serves as a starting point for tours along the South Styrian Wine Route.

Gamlitzone of the best-known wine-growing regions in southern Styria. Gamlitz offers many wineries, a lively wine tradition and numerous leisure activities in the surrounding area.

Kitzeck im Sausalthe highest wine-growing village in Europe. Kitzeck offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding hilly landscape and excellent wines.

Sulztal an der Weinstraßea smaller village that is particularly appreciated for its quiet charm and proximity to first-class wineries.

Straß in Styriaanother popular wine-growing village, which is also a good starting point for exploring the region.