Luftaufnahme Villa Ludwigshöhe

Southern Wine Route

Gently rolling vineyards, culinary delights and outdoor adventures in the Palatinate Forest Biosphere Reserve


The Southern Wine Route may be at the heart of Germany, but it has a mediterranean feel. This scenic region between the Palatinate Forest and Rhineland Plain enjoys more hours of sunshine than almost anywhere else in the country. And besides the countless vines, you will also find figs, kiwi fruit, sweet chestnuts and almond trees growing here. Picturesque wine villages with narrow, winding lanes give way to sun-kissed vineyards and mighty castles perched high up in the hills of the Haardt region. Spring starts early here and autumn lasts longer ‒ and the locals know how to enjoy it.

 


The Southern Wine Route is a place where everyone can spend a relaxing holiday. Discover the regal splendour of Villa Ludwigshöhe in Edenkoben, relax and unwind at the Südpfalz thermal baths in Bad Bergzabern or go on safari at Landau Zoo for a day of adventure. If you are looking for an interesting but easy walk, why not try the Biblical Wine Trail at Kirrweiler, which also has an audio tour for those who are blind or visually impaired.

 

Events in the region

Our tip

SÜW Picnic

Currently, many spend their free time in their smallest circle, preferably in nature. All the more beautiful that the Southern Wine Route has the perfect places to spend relaxing moments with your loved ones on paths and places that are less frequented.

For more information see
www.suedlicheweinstrasse.de/suewpicknick

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SÜW Picknick

Picnic Packages

There' s no shortage of enjoyment here, as several regional hosts offer a SÜW picnic package that can be conveniently booked online, picked up on site, and then enjoyed at a spot of your choice.

Included in the picnic package are various seasonal products from the region, including fresh bread, homemade produce, a few vegetables, something sweet and a bottle of wine. The included SÜW snack plate, which can be taken home, is also handy. A vegetarian option is also available. The picnic is available from 30 euros for two people.

Barrier-free picnic areas

Picnics can be enjoyed especially well at one of the many and varied barrier-free picnic areas in the region.

Here, everyone will find their perfect place to enjoy. Whether in the vineyards, in the forest, on green meadows or on a bench in the middle of a picturesque village - the places are as diverse as the region itself.

Our tip

Our tip

Palatinate festivals for all

The people of the Palatinate love to celebrate. There are more than 200 festivals at which visitors can enjoy Palatinate hospitality and sample wines, local produce and the regional cuisine. The choice is extensive, ranging from wine festivals and kerwen (traditional church fairs) to Christmas markets complete with delicious glühwein from local vineyards. The Palatinate festivals for all initiative started in 2017 and is so far unique within Germany. It provides detailed and verified accessibility information for a growing number of events that helps visitors to find a wine festival which is suitable for them. A specially appointed Wine Festival Commission reviews selected wine and village festivals as well as regional markets with regard to their quality, ambience and accessibility. The aim is to enshrine the high quality requirements for the events in the long term.

 

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Contact and contact person

Südliche Weinstrasse e.V.
An der Kreuzmühle 2
76829 Landau in der Pfalz

Telephone:  +49 (0) 6 341/ 94 04 87
Telefax: +49 (0) 6 341/ 94 04 02