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The best way to explore Lower Austria is through wine tasting tours that trace Austria's largest wine region, spanning the Danube valley and the Weinviertel plateau, stopping to taste Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch at producers making peppery Grüner Veltliner, the mineral Rieslings of the Wachau and the Zweigelt For travellers seeking wineries near you or a full wine tourism experience, Lower Austria is the place to start.

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Mary
Mary October 3, 2024
Wonderful Family Winery Florian does an amazing job of presenting the true Austrian experience in wine making. As a 9th generation vintner he explains everything from the old way of...
Christine
Christine July 18, 2023
Personal, informative tour We had a wonderful tour at Weinut Walter Glatzer led by the seriously impressive winemaker Hanna, who took us to the vineyards, the cellar, and then led a...
W
W December 6, 2024
Warm hospitality It was very nice experience in the winery. I could see the celler and vineyard besides the tasting. The owner Leo was very kind and he explained details of...
Pocs
Pocs June 27, 2024
Just being amused Very professional experience, high quality. We were a bit late, but they were ready, to adapt. The Winery focus on quality Definitely suggested. Will be...
Laura
Laura September 23, 2024
Lieliska un izzinoša pieredze vīna entuziastiem Weingut Simon Gattinger mūsdienīga un ļoti estētiska vīna degustācijas telpa ar izcilu vīna gidu Simon. (Weingut Simon Gattinger is a modern and highly...
Jordi
Jordi July 18, 2025
Viñas y Danubio, what else? Very interesting tasting; they explained the different types of grapes grown in the area and how the estates are organized. It was fascinating to understand...
Li-elle
Li-elle July 22, 2025
Tasting with Simon Simon created an intimate, interesting, and wonderful experience for us! We accidentally booked the wrong date, and Simon accommodated our mistake and...
Tanya
Tanya August 9, 2025
Enjoyable and Informative We booked a tasting at Weingut Simon Gattinger in Krems through Wine Tourism and it was very enjoyable and educational. The wines were superb, focussing on...
Daniel
Daniel September 29, 2025
Great tasting We loved the tasting. Great wines, great info, and beautiful location/facilities.
Evi
Evi May 22, 2026
Perfect Experience It was an interesting afternoon. The wines are all extraordinary - the Host is very charming. We got a lot of information. The Experience was everything what...

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Lower Austria is the largest Austrian area for the production of quality wines. This name combines the rich potential of the origin and wine styles of local rare varieties, as well as some international grape varieties. There are eight distinct wine-growing zones, offering various wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria, with such sonorous names as Wachau in the west and Carnuntum in the east, which can be roughly divided into three main climatic zones: the Weinwirtel in the north; the territories adjacent to the Danube, with adjacent valleys to the west of Vienna; and Pannonian Lower Austria in the southeast.

Are you searching for tips or advice for wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria? We have provided a list of wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria for visitors with direct booking options through our website. At WineTourism.com, we are available to answer any questions and help guide you towards the best fit when planning your wine region experience in Lower Austria. We hope you will discover what makes the region special and enjoy your experience of wine tasting Austria!

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Lower Austria wine region by air?

Vienna Airport is the near located international airport and it is a good starting point to start to explore wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria.

How can I travel to Lower Austria wine region by car?

The best way to experience wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria is by driving a car and visiting the vineyards directly. Most of the wineries are located close to Sankt Polten town and you can easily get there from Vienna following A21 route. It takes around one hour to get to Sankt Polten town.

How can I travel to Lower Austria wine region by train?

One of the easiest and fastest way to explore wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria is get from Vienna to Sankt Polten by train. There is a direct train departing from Vienna Hbf and arriving at St.Polten Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

The best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria

The best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria is spring when nature wakes up after winter, the hills turn green again and the winemakers begin to open the doors of their cellars to the first visitors. At the end of March, along with spring, the new fiscal year begins. The combination of a magical land, traditional holidays, excellent regional dishes, and fine wine guarantees an exceptional experience. For an unusual spring adventure, you can go by bike or on foot.

What to do in Lower Austria?

Besides wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria, there is much more to be discovered in the region.
Open up for yourself the youngest capital of Austria St. Polten. Discover Baden Bei Wien which was the former summer residence of the Romans. Make sure to experience the magic of the Vienna Alps. You can also enjoy:

  • Boat trip on the Danube in the Wachau Valley
  • Swimmming in Lunzer See Lake
  • Trying delightful apricot dumplings Wachauer Marillenknodel
  • Hike in the wild mountain at Mautern 

What to taste in Lower Austria?

Here are some wine tips you should try during your wine tasting in Lower Austria:
Gruner Veltliner: The wine has a rich fruity taste with bright acidity, well-integrated and refreshing, and a long fruity-spicy aftertaste. In the aroma of the wine, there are hints of white peach, grapefruit, and ripe apricot, notes of exotic fruits.
Zweigelt: The balance of good acidity and velvety tannins in the taste of the wine is complemented by hints of blackberry, cherry, and orange peel.
In general, Lower Austria is famous for its harmonious sparkling wines, which are characterized by a refined aroma and a soft, delicate taste, due to which such sparkling wines are also well suited to desserts and fruits.

What is the typical wine tasting and tours in Lower Austria like?

During your wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria, you can enjoy a supervised tasting of their estate-grown wines with their cellar door party. You can try a variety of their wines based on your preferences. You will discover their history, vineyards, and the winemaking process. Following the tour, you can partake in a standard wine tasting with food mixing, as winemakers are keen to share more about the wine's virtues and the philosophy behind them.

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What do you normally do during Wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria?

During a visit at a winery in Lower Austria for a wine tasting and tour experience you can expect to both taste wines and experience the landscape of Lower Austria. Different wineries in Lower Austria offer different types of setups for the tasting and tours but most experiences take at least 1 hour. For each wine tasting and tour experience for Lower Austria presented on our website, you will see a bullet point list of what you can expect to experience.

Which places provide the best private wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria?

Are there any exclusive and premium wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria?

These are the places we recommend for exclusive and premium wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria:

Are there any wine tastings and tours close to Wiener Neustadt, Krems an der Donau or Amstetten?

Use our interactive Lower Austria map to browse wine tastings and tours close to Wiener Neustadt, Krems an der Donau, and Amstetten.

Language tips for experiencing wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria

Some words to remember before you experience wine tastings and tours in Lower Austria:
“Prost!” – Cheers!
“Wein” – Wine
“Weingut”- Winery
“Weinprobe” – Wine tasting
“Weinstraße” – Wine route