Neuweidling: Chapel, History and Wine

The Sebastian Chapel and the Schlüsselhof give Neuweidling a cultural and historical profile. Sacred architecture, a wayside shrine and the history of a wine estate represent different aspects of the village. This provides a specific thematic perspective when choosing a travel destination: the chapel and Sebastian motifs shape the historical view, while information about the Schlüsselhof connects winemaking with local history.

The Sebastian Chapel and its architectural form

The historically significant Sebastian Chapel is located in Neuweidling and was first mentioned in 1179. The building is a simple, rectangular, plastered brick structure. It is finished in pink, with white bands highlighting the corners and framing the rectangular door. A clear basic form and striking colour details come together here, giving the chapel a distinctive architectural character.

The Schlüsselhof Cross and depictions of Sebastian

The Schlüsselhof Cross in Neuweidling is a wayside shrine dating from 1681 and is very likely a reminder of the effects of the plague. The year indicates the date of the cross; its connection with the plague remains a probable interpretation. A statue of St Sebastian stands on public land at the entrance to the village on Neuweidlingerstraße. It is made of weather-resistant artificial sandstone. A depiction of St Sebastian in the Neuweidling section of Neuweidlinger Straße was created in the early 21st century by stonemason Karl Kalchhauser from Rohrendorf.

The Schlüsselhof and local history

The Schlüsselhof originated as a wine estate in the historic settlement of Weidling, now Neuweidling. During the siege of Krems in 1645, the Swedish general Thorstenson’s headquarters were located at the Schlüsselhof. Local history brings together two aspects here: the estate’s origins as a wine estate and its role during a dated military event.

An earlier historical reference dates back to around 1040. At that time, the German King Henry III donated the Neuweidling estate to the Bavarian Benedictine monastery of Ebersberg. This donation belongs to a much earlier period than the events surrounding the Schlüsselhof in 1645. The two dates therefore represent different chapters of local history, not a single event.

Winemaking and cellar architecture

Various wines, spirits and fruit are produced at the Schlüsselhof. If you plan to include the estate in your itinerary, please check the latest information before visiting.

The Rohrendorfer Kellergasse, actually called Lindobelgasse, is located in the municipality of Rohrendorf bei Krems. At 1,650 metres, it is considered Austria’s longest wine cellar lane. The complex comprises 72 press houses and cellar tunnels; some cellars were dug as early as the 14th and 15th centuries. Unlike the Schlüsselhof, whose wine-related activities also include the production of various wines, spirits and fruit, the focus here is on the historic built heritage.

A route through the surrounding area

A route description dated 2020 takes the Auwanderweg through fields and orchards in the vicinity of Neuweidling, as well as briefly through the forest. In terms of scenery, the route offers a different focus from the area’s architecture and local history. As the route and signposting may change, please check the latest information before planning your walk.

Discover more destinations: Bergern Im Dunkelsteinerwald, Sankt Michael, Aggsbach Markt, Ötz, Gedersdorf, Furth Bei Göttweig, Lengenfeld, Krumau am Kamp

For the broader travel overview: Krems-Land.