Südsteirische Weinstraße
Winding roads through vineyards, wineries to taste at and views that look painted.
Southern Styria Experience Region
Southern Styria – Wine, Hills & Indulgence
Gentle vine-covered hills, rustic taverns and Kellerstöckl: Southern Styria is known as Austria’s Tuscany. From Graz you’re right in the heart of wine country – and back in your room by evening.
What makes Southern Styria special?
When vines stretch across gentle hills and Kellerstöckl peek out from the greenery, you know you’ve arrived in Southern Styria – not for nothing called “Austria’s Tuscany”. Along the wine roads you’ll find one winery and rustic tavern after another, offering wine, hearty platters and warm hospitality.
The region thrives on indulgence: Sauvignon Blanc, pumpkin seed oil and regional specialities, plus viewpoints, Klapotetz wind wheels and villages straight out of a picture book. Perfect for relaxed day trips and tours built around good food and wine.
Best of all: from Graz you’re right in the middle of the vineyards in around 30 to 45 minutes – and back relaxed in your room by evening. Our houses in the south of Graz are the ideal gateway to Southern Styria.
Highlights
What you’ll experience in Southern Styria
Buschenschank & Brettljause
Wine from the region, a hearty platter and warm hospitality – indulgence as it’s lived in Styria.
Cuisine & pumpkin seed oil
Sauvignon Blanc, Styrian pumpkin seed oil and regional specialities – a feast for the senses.
Day trips from Graz
In around 30–45 minutes you’re in wine country – ideal for a day trip with a return to your room.
Idyllic villages & views
Klapotetz wind wheels, viewing points and picture-book villages – Southern Styria is one photo opportunity after another.
A comfortable base in Graz
Thanks to self-check-in and parking, you set off relaxed into your wine day and get home again with ease in the evening.
Your base camp
Your base for Southern Styria
Our houses in the south of Graz are the ideal gateway to wine country – there in the morning, back by evening.
Hotel Schachenwald
closest to wine countrynear Graz · heading south
Quiet and green with a restaurant and parking – the ideal starting point towards Southern Styria.
Haus ansehensHome Hotel
approx. 30–45 min into wine countryGraz
Urban city hotel with 24/7 self-check-in – combine Graz’s old town with the vineyards.
Haus ansehensHome Apartments
approx. 30–45 min into wine countryGraz
Apartment with a kitchen – ideal for longer indulgence stays and small groups.
Haus ansehenFAQ
Frequently asked questions about Southern Styria
How far is Southern Styria from Graz?
From our houses in the south of Graz you’re right in the middle of the vineyards of the Southern Styria Wine Road in around 30 to 45 minutes.
What’s the best thing to do in Southern Styria?
A tour along the wine road: visit wineries and rustic taverns, enjoy Sauvignon Blanc and hearty platters, and discover viewpoints and idyllic villages.
Where’s the best place to stay?
As a gateway to wine country, we recommend Hotel Schachenwald in the south of Graz or the sHome houses in the city – from there it’s only around 30–45 minutes into the vineyards.
Can I combine wine and the city?
Very well – a day trip around Southern Styria, then Graz’s old town and its cuisine in the evening. By car it’s a comfortable commute, and parking is available on site.
Why is Southern Styria called “Austria’s Tuscany”?
Because of its gentle, vine-covered hills, its cypress-like landscape and its indulgent way of life – a southern flair right in the middle of Austria.
Secure your room for wine country
Wine, hills and Styrian indulgence. Tell us your preferred dates – we’ll find the right house as your base for your Southern Styria days.