Altlichtenwarth: Winegrowing and Local History

Altlichtenwarth lies in the sunny hills of the northeastern Weinviertel, near the border region where Austria, the Czech Republic and Slovakia meet. Gently rolling terrain, arable farming and winegrowing shape the landscape. If you are looking for a hotel in Altlichtenwarth, the local attractions can help guide your choice of destination: views and hiking on Hutsaulberg, the history of winegrowing, and distinctive architectural and memorial sites.

Panoramic views and a hiking trail on Hutsaulberg

The observation tower on Hutsaulberg offers wide-ranging views: more than 50 villages can be seen from there. On a clear day, the view extends across the northeastern Weinviertel, South Moravia and eastern Slovakia; on rare days, Schneeberg is even visible. The long-distance views are therefore not the same every day, but depend on clear conditions.

The “Around Hutsaulberg” hiking trail is 7.5 kilometres long, with an elevation gain of around 130 metres. Along the route are 16 stops with QR codes and explanations of local history. The trail also passes the Jagateich spring, which flows with particularly iron-rich water. The distance and elevation gain provide two specific points of reference for planning; the QR-code stops and spring add historical and natural-interest themes to the walk.

The Schwemm, the village pond, is also used seasonally: in winter, it serves as an ice-skating rink. Whether skating is possible depends on winter conditions.

Church, chapel and Nepomuk monument

The parish church of St Nicholas is a Romanesque fortified church, still surrounded by a defensive wall. East of Hutsaulberg, the Sebastian Chapel stands at the highest point of the road to Katzelsdorf; it is a plague chapel. Both sites offer different ways to explore the area’s architectural and local history.

A statue of St John of Nepomuk stands beneath old trees on the road to Hausbrunn. The inscription states that the stone was erected in 1750 in his honour, as an act of devotion and an everlasting vow.

Cellar lane and wine from Altlichtenwarth

The cellar lane on Silberberg forms a cellar quarter that stretches across seven levels along the Silberberg. Winegrowing also has a long history in Altlichtenwarth, dating back to the 14th century. Today, mainly white wines are produced, especially Weinviertel Grüner Veltliner.

At the Pforakeller, a fine wine cellar and wine tavern run by the winegrowing association, you can taste quality wines from Altlichtenwarth. If you are planning a tasting, it is advisable to check the current opening hours before your visit.

Cycling routes and directions

The Weinradroute Welschriesling passes through Altlichtenwarth, heading northwest towards Herrnbaumgarten. The Weinviertel Rastplatz Altlichtenwarth is a different place: it is outside the village on the road to Bernhardsthal and directly on the Liechtenstein Radroute. If you are planning a cycling tour, the different route names can help you distinguish between the two.

Discover more destinations: Großharras, Ladendorf, Zwingendorf, Pellendorf, Gaweinstal, Schrattenberg Bei Poysdorf, Gemeinde Ulrichskirchen-Schleinbach, Diepolz.

For the overview of the wider area: Mistelbach.