Discover the culinary diversity of the Hohe Tauern National Park region, from traditional delicacies to exquisite handicrafts. Visit local producers, experience the hospitality in wine taverns, mountain huts and restaurants, and enjoy a guided tour of Carinthia's highest vineyard with wine tasting. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable culinary experience that celebrates regional cuisine.
Diversity is a way of life here: for example, there is the small family business that has been processing fruit and herbs for 30 years - directly from its own garden, which resembles an edible landscape (Blasibauer). There is the culinary tradition: three generations who run an organic farm together at 987 meters above sea level with rare breeds of domestic animals and produce the highest quality (Langnerhof). And there are producers here who make traditional products as well as old natural remedies: For example, a schnapps distillery that not only produces fine brandies from apple, pear and rowan berry, but also a healing pitch ointment (Kremser). Or a beekeeping business with 100 bee colonies, which extracts and processes valuable propolis as well as honey (Fercher).
They and many other producers have reflected on the strengths and traditions of the region and have been bringing the concept of sustainability to life for a long time. Long before it became a trendy term.
The culinary delights of Carinthia unfold in the warm hospitality of its wine taverns and mountain pastures.
There, visitors can experience the regional food culture with specialties such as trout from our own farm, handmade cheese dumplings, Carinthian pasta, freshly baked bread, bacon, cheese as well as locally produced beer and cider.
Local herbs and spices give the dishes served in rustic huts their special touch, guaranteeing an unforgettable culinary experience in the cozy atmosphere of the Hohe Tauern National Park region.
Not only some of the finest wines come from the Hohe Tauern National Park region - but also the highest! At 880 meters above sea level, Ernestine Berger produces top quality on her GrafenBERGERin vineyard in Flattach. She planted the alpine vineyard herself and looks after it alone. You can experience Ernestine Berger's passion for her wine on hikes through the vineyards with her expert guidance and taste it during tastings.
The Holly winery in Obervellach has been cultivating a total of seven different grape varieties since 2018, producing wonderful wines such as Riesling and St. Laurent.
In the Hohe Tauern National Park region, a heart of culinary delights in Carinthia, you will find three of the eleven Slow Food Villages, which are known as "places of good living".
These villages emphasize the importance of the symbiosis of agriculture and nature that has shaped their lives for generations. Through creative initiatives, the Slow Food Villages make regional enjoyment tangible by using their valuable resources responsibly and promoting the local culture of enjoyment.
Farm stores, "Edelgreißler" and gourmet stores offer a carefully selected range of products.
"Kastlgreissler" (former "Tauernfenster"), "Bauernladen Walter", "Genussladele" or "Schmutzerhaus" are the names of the small stores that are among the best places to enjoy local delicacies. They offer bacon, farmhouse bread, cheese, oils, but also sheep's wool products and regional handicrafts. The extensive range consists of products that have been produced fairly and sustainably. Here you can choose with a clear conscience and receive the best advice. It goes without saying that the store owners know the producers personally. And they always have an insider tip or two for their customers on where to discover something new.
In the Hohe Tauern National Park region, a heart of culinary delights in Carinthia, you will find three of the eleven Slow Food Villages, which are known as "places of good living".
These villages emphasize the importance of the symbiosis of agriculture and nature that has shaped their lives for generations. Through creative initiatives, the Slow Food Villages make regional enjoyment tangible by using their valuable resources responsibly and promoting the local culture of enjoyment.