Wine roads in Styria
The gentle hills and the hot, dry climate of Styria’s wine-growing regions are perfect breeding grounds for exquisite wines. In total, there are eight Styrian Wine Roads in three wine-growing regions: the Styrian Spa Country, Southern Styria and Western Styria.
- The wine-growing regions of Southern Styria are characterised by high hills and steep vineyards.
- The vines of the Styrian Spa Country are firmly rooted in volcanic rock, surrounded by gentle hills and a Pannonian climate.
- Western Styria is the federal state’s smallest wine-growing area and Central Europe’s main rosé wine-producing area.
Wine experiences at a glance
The location of the wine-growing areas in Styria between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea shapes the wines of the three wine regions of Southern Styria, Volcanic Styria and Western Styria. Guided tours of the cellars and tastings give you a glimpse behind the scenes.
The “Klapotetz”: landmark of the Styrian wine-growing region
Originally, the “Klapotetz” served the purpose of scaring away birds trying to snatch forbidden grapes from the vineyard. Today, it is much more than just a noisy scarecrow. It has become a symbol of Styrian wine-making tradition and a well-known landmark of Southern and Eastern Styria.
Good to know: The name “Klapotetz“ is a Slavonic term that means “windmill”.