South Styria: Leibnitz, Flavia Solva and Seggau Castle
Romans, bishops and wine in southern Styria
Photo: Johann Jaritz, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Languages
- German, English
This private excursion takes you to Leibnitz in South Styria, where the Roman town of Flavia Solva, Seggau Castle and the region's wine culture meet. It combines archaeology, church history and winemaking into a varied half day.
Flavia Solva was the only Roman town in what is now Styria and was granted town rights under Emperor Vespasian. Its remains lie in the Leibnitz plain, and many finds can be seen in the area today.
High above Leibnitz stands Seggau Castle, for centuries the seat of the bishops of Seckau. Its Roman stone wall holds dozens of ancient grave and inscription stones, and the bishop's cellar stores wine from the surrounding vineyards. Your guide links the stops with stories of Romans, bishops and South Styria's wine tradition.
The excursion is private and planned around your group. We are happy to discuss transport, how long you would like to spend at each stop and where to take breaks before the day.
Highlights
- The Roman town of Flavia Solva
- The Roman stone wall at Seggau Castle
- The bishop's wine cellar
- Views over the Leibnitz plain
- Winemaking in South Styria
The route
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1Flavia Solva
Excavation site of the Roman town.
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2Leibnitz main square
Town center and local history.
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3Seggauberg
Seggau Castle and the Roman stone wall.
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4Bishop's cellar
Wine and cellar history.
Who this tour is for
History and wine lovers, visitors to the South Styrian Wine Road and study groups.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees for museums and tastings are not included in the tour price and are paid on site. Your guide will let you know in advance which tickets you will need.
How is the price calculated?
This is a private tour, so you pay one price per group, not per person. The amount depends on the duration and group size, and you receive a quote with your request.
Can we taste wine at Seggau Castle?
Seggau Castle offers cellar tours with tastings, booked and paid separately. We are happy to plan the excursion around one.
