Culinary journey in Styria

When the hills begin to rise and the first orchards appear on the horizon, you are already in the hilly region east of Graz, in the area around Laßnitzhöhe. This region is characterized by fresh air, a mild climate, inviting forests, and offers a wide range of excursion destinations. The Styrian Wine Road with its picturesque wine towns and cultivated vineyards is just one of the beautiful highlights. Immerse yourself in the interplay of land, people, and region, and learn a lot about the production, cultivation, and processing of Styrian products. You can expect regional delicacies, tastings from schnapps to apples, from chocolate to wine – there is something for every taste here.

Day 1 | Arrival in Styria

Departure in the morning and drive to Southeast Styria. A warm welcome at the hotel, check-in, and then a joint drink before dinner.

Day 2 | White Horses & Colorful Glasses 

The first destination is the Lipizzaner Stud Piber, home to the famous Lipizzaner stallions of the Spanish Riding School. During the visit, you will experience the “imperial white horses” up close. Afterwards, you will visit the colorful Hundertwasser Church in Bärnbach. To conclude, you will visit the picturesque ruins of Ligist Castle with its historic charm and magnificent views. Back at the hotel, you will end the day with a cozy dinner featuring Styrian delicacies and atmospheric accordion music, typical of Styria.

Day 3 | South Styrian Wine Road

Today, you will follow the trail of “green gold” and learn interesting facts about Styrian pumpkin seed oil. Afterwards, visit the Bishop's Castle Seggau with its lapidarium and the largest historical bell in Styria. In the wine cellar, a wine tasting awaits you. You will conclude the day with a Styrian “Buschenschank” snack, enjoying a wonderful view of the “Styrian Tuscany.”

Day 4 | Enjoyment & Culture around Riegersburg

Today's excursion takes you to the hilly volcanic landscape known for its culinary delights and traditional manufactories. At the Vulcano ham manufactory, you will gain insights into sustainable production during a tour and then enjoy the finest air-dried ham and other specialties. Passing by Riegersburg, you will head to the Gölles manufactory, where you will discover and taste the world of fine spirits and vinegar. The day concludes with a visit to the Zotter chocolate manufactory, featuring an exciting tasting tour, glass insights into production, and creative tasting stations.

Day 5 | Discover Graz 

The Styrian capital Graz – a UNESCO World Heritage site, culinary capital, and vibrant cultural metropolis awaits you. During a leisurely stroll through the old town, you will discover historical landmarks, charming courtyards, and narrow alleys, including the clock tower on the Schlossberg, the city's landmark. Afterwards, you will experience Styrian everyday culture from rural tradition to the present at the Folk Museum. Then, you will have free time.

Day 6 | Return Journey

With many beautiful impressions in your luggage, you will begin your journey home.

• Travel by modern coach
• 5x overnight stays including breakfast buffet at the 4-star Hotel Liebmann in Laßnitzhöhe (local category)
• 3x dinner with a 3-course choice menu and regional salad buffet
• 1x enjoyable Styrian evening with delicacies and musical entertainment
• 1x snack at the Buschenschank in the Schneeberger winery as dinner
• Welcome drink
• 1 free bottle of mineral water in the room (on the day of arrival)
• Full-day tour guide for the excursion
  "White Horses & Colorful Glasses"
• Full-day tour guide for the excursion
  "South Styrian Wine Road"
• Full-day tour guide for the excursion
  "Pleasure & Culture around Riegersburg"
• City tour in Graz
• As part of the Genusscard East Styria: tour at the Lipizzaner stud farm Piber, tour and tasting: pumpkin seed oil mill Labugger, Vulcano ham experience world, Seggau Castle, Gölles manufactory for fine spirits and vinegars, entry and tasting at Zotter chocolate manufactory, entry to the folk museum in Graz
• Free access to the ruins of Ligist Castle and Hundertwasser Church in Bärnbach
• Use of the sauna area with
  Finnish sauna, bio sauna, infrared cabin, steam bath, and relaxation room with fruits and teas at the sauna bar
• Local tax
• BOHR travel accompaniment

The family-run Hotel Liebmann is nestled in the nature of the Laßnitzhöhe region, just a few minutes' drive from Graz. The rooms are air-conditioned, accessible by elevator, and equipped with a bathtub or shower, toilet, hairdryer, toiletries, telephone, TV, safe, and free Wi-Fi. For relaxation, an outdoor pool with a sunbathing area, as well as a sauna area with a Finnish sauna, bio sauna, infrared cabin, steam bath, and relaxation room are available.