Blaufränkisch Walk and Wine Tasting in Eisenstadt
Vineyards on the Leitha Hills with views over the plain
FoodBurgenland- Duration
- 2.0 hours
- Languages
- German, English
Eisenstadt lies in the middle of one of Austria's most traditional wine regions. Your guide leads you from the old town into the vineyards of the Leithaberg.
On the southern slopes of the Leitha Hills, vines grow on limestone and schist, and Blaufränkisch thrives here above all. Your guide explains how the Pannonian climate, with hot summers and nearby Lake Neusiedl, shapes the wines and what the Leithaberg origin designation means.
On a short walk through the vineyards and up to the viewpoint near the Calvary, you look out over the town to the plain. Along the way you hear about the role wine played for the Esterházy princes.
The tour ends with a tasting at an Eisenstadt winery, ideally with bread and regional bites. The tour is private and priced per group.
Highlights
- Vineyards on the Leitha Hills
- Blaufränkisch and the Leithaberg origin
- Viewpoint near the Calvary
- Wine and the Esterházy princes
- Tasting at a local winery
The route
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1Old town
Start with stories about winemaking in town.
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2Vineyards
A walk between the rows of vines.
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3Calvary hill
Views over Eisenstadt and the plain.
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4Winery
Tasting of Blaufränkisch and other wines.
Who this tour is for
For wine lovers, foodies and groups on a day trip from Vienna.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included in the price?
No. The wine tasting and food are not included in the guide fee and are settled with the winery or agreed in advance.
Do we need sturdy shoes?
Yes, sturdy shoes are recommended, as some vineyard paths are unpaved.
