Südliche Weinstraße

The Südliche Weinstraße is a wine-producing region in Rhineland-Palatinate that stretches for about 85 kilometers between the Palatinate Forest and the Rhine Valley. Numerous vineyards and small villages throughout the district grow grapes and produce wine.

Wine cultivation in this region traces back to Roman times, when the Romans first planted vineyards here. During the Middle Ages, castles were built along the route to protect the land and its valuable wine production.

Wine festivals throughout the district celebrate the grape harvest with traditional music and regional foods that reflect local winemaking traditions. Visitors see how deeply wine is woven into the daily life and identity of the communities here.

The district is easily reached by train, with Landau's central station offering connections to major German cities. Cycling paths connect the villages, making it straightforward to explore on two wheels.

The region's mild climate allows figs, kiwis, and almonds to grow alongside grapes, making it Germany's warmest wine-producing zone. This unusual combination of crops rarely appears elsewhere in the country.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Capital city: Landau in der Pfalz

Elevation above the sea: 201 m

Shares border with: Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Landau in der Pfalz, Germersheim, Südwestpfalz, Bad Dürkheim, Rhein-Pfalz

Website: https://suedliche-weinstrasse.de

GPS coordinates: 49.17000,8.00000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:33