Wine over Mountain and Valley | Wine Hiking Event

Wine, Hiking & Enjoyment in the Löwensteiner Mountains: 5 Stations with Wine from 14 Winemakers & Regional Specialties. A tractor shuttle assists with elevation changes. Enjoying wine against a breathtaking backdrop, wine over mountains and valleys, the culinary Wine Hiking Event in the Löwensteiner Mountains offers an impressive experience. The mountain town of Löwenstein, an award-winning wine region in the southern wine area, is located on the edge of the Schwäbisch-Fränkischer Wald Nature Park, where the wooded heights transition into the gentle hilly landscape of the Weinsberger Tal - from this "viewing balcony," the gaze sweeps far over the vineyards and the Breitenauer See to the ruins of Weibertreu at the valley entrance. At five enjoyment stations amidst the vines, various wineries from the Weinsberger Tal, together with local gastronomy, pamper the participants. Each station offers seating to enjoy wine and culinary delights with the best views. The complete wine hike with all stations spans about 5 km. A tractor shuttle between the stations and a bus shuttle from the S-Bahn are available.

Wine Hiking in Varied Landscapes The wine hike starts at the "lower gate" at the Freihaus Löwenstein, from where one can enjoy the view over the Weinsberger Tal. The Freihausplatz at the city wall, with its half-timbered architecture, invites visitors to linger and offers a panorama of the surrounding vineyards. The route leads through the gardens along the old Löwenstein city wall and through sheep pastures downhill into the vineyards, where a break can be taken at the next station. The journey continues through the vineyards into the "valley" of the wine tour. A snack for the next leg is advisable, as the path goes uphill again. From Löwenstein's Wolfertsberg, there is a wide view towards Löwenstein and down into the valley. Through the forest, one reaches the last enjoyment point at the former Löwenstein quarry, where one can look down into the opening Weinsberger Tal.

Exquisite Wines from Top Producers At the 5 enjoyment stations, wines from fourteen winemakers from the Weinsberger Tal are served - from classics to exquisite late harvests. The wineries of the Weinkollegium Weinsberger Tal are highly decorated: the golden lion for the best Lemberger, recommendations in Eichelmann, the federal honor prize in gold from the DLG, or the German Red Wine Award. On Sundays and Mondays, there is a 6th enjoyment station with coffee and cake accompanied by the music club.

Participating Wineries: Weingut Schropp | Erlenbach, Weingut Schönbrunn | Erlenbach, Privatkellerei Klaus Keicher | Erlenbach, Weingut Haberkern-Betz | Erlenbach, Weingut Klaus Haberkern | Erlenbach, Weingut Bihlmayer | Löwenstein, Weingut Gruber | Obersulm-Eschenau, Weingut Alexander Heinrich | Obersulm-Sülzbach, Weingut Erich Hirth | Obersulm-Willsbach, Weingut Koppenhöfer | Löwenstein, Weingut Laicher | Obersulm-Willsbach, Privatkellerei Rainer Vollert | Obersulm-Willsbach, Winzer vom Weinsberger Tal eG | Löwenstein & Eberstadt, Weingut Zipf | Löwenstein.

Wine Sleeping After Wine Enjoyment In Löwenstein itself - almost directly on the route - the Weingut Koppenhöfer offers vacation on the winemaker's farm in modern holiday apartments and charming witch houses. The Breitenauer See Camping Park provides comfortable wooden cabins and rental caravans for guests without a caravan or motorhome. Weingut Erich Hirth offers modern guest rooms in a comfortable location in Obersulm. Those preferring a holiday apartment will find the right address at Weingut Laicher. Easily accessible via the S-Bahn and bus transfer from the festival grounds: Holiday Apartment Weingut A. Heinrich | Obersulm-Sülzbach, Holiday Apartments & Motorhome Sites Weingut Laicher | Obersulm-Willsbach.

Southern Wine Town Löwenstein The romantic mountain town of Löwenstein offers a magnificent view over the Weinsberger Tal. High above the town stands the Löwenstein castle ruins, majestically shaping the panorama. Surrounded by vineyards, forests, and lakes, the state-recognized resort is located about 20 km southeast of Heilbronn in the Schwäbisch-Fränkischer Wald Nature Park. This also applies to the idyllic districts of Hößlinsülz, Reisach, and Hirrweiler.