The wineries of the Saale-Unstrut Wine Region invite you to discover one of Germany’s most historic wine-growing areas. Between the river valleys of the Saale and Unstrut, sunny vineyards, and charming wine villages, visitors experience authentic wine culture, personal encounters with winemakers, and unforgettable moments of enjoyment.

Around Freyburg (Unstrut), Naumburg, and Bad Kösen, you will find numerous wineries, Vinotheken, and traditional wine taverns where regional wines can be tasted and purchased. The landscape is characterised by vineyard terraces, historic dry-stone walls, limestone slopes, and more than 1,000 years of winemaking tradition.

From The Old Vicarage in Rehehausen, many of the region’s best wineries can easily be reached by car or bicycle. Enjoy a vineyard walk, join a wine tasting, or spend a relaxing afternoon with a glass of Saale-Unstrut wine while overlooking the vineyards.

Our personal recommendations will help you discover the perfect winery for your stay – from traditional family-owned vineyards to some of the most renowned wine producers in the region.

Recommended Wineries Around Rehehausen

Kloster Pforta State Winery

Location: Bad Kösen / Schulpforte
Distance from The Old Vicarage: approx. 15 minutes by car

Few wineries are as closely connected to the history of wine in the region as Kloster Pforta State Winery. Wine cultivation began here in 1137, when Cistercian monks planted the first vineyards around the monastery. Today, the winery manages around 50 hectares of vineyards in some of the region’s finest steep slopes.

Highlights

• More than 850 years of wine tradition
• Historic wine cellars
• Guided vineyard walks
• Excellent selection of white wines
• Wine tastings and direct sales

Our recommendation:
Try the Pinot Blanc (Weißburgunder) or Riesling – both are among the winery’s signature wines.

Ideal for:
Wine lovers, history enthusiasts, and visitors looking for an authentic wine experience.

Winzervereinigung Freyburg-Unstrut

Location: Freyburg (Unstrut)
Distance from The Old Vicarage: approx. 20 minutes by car

Founded in 1934, the Winzervereinigung Freyburg-Unstrut brings together hundreds of wine-growing families and is one of the most important wine producers in the region. It manages a significant share of the vineyard area in Saale-Unstrut.

At the modern visitor centre, guests can taste a wide selection of wines and discover more about the history and development of regional winemaking.

Highlights

• Large Vinothek
• Guided wine tastings
• Regional specialities
• Wine shop
• Events throughout the year

Our recommendation:
A perfect place to compare different grape varieties and discover the diversity of Saale-Unstrut wines.

Ideal for:
Wine beginners and experienced wine enthusiasts.

Pawis Winery

Location: Freyburg (Unstrut)
Distance from The Old Vicarage: approx. 20 minutes by car

The family-run Pawis Winery is one of the best-known private wineries in the region. Modern cellar technology meets traditional craftsmanship, creating elegant wines with a strong regional character.

The winery is particularly appreciated for its excellent white wines and its beautiful location above the vineyards.

Especially recommended

• Pinot Blanc (Weißburgunder)
• Pinot Gris (Grauburgunder)
• Riesling
• Wine tastings on the terrace overlooking the vineyards

Ideal for:
Relaxed wine tastings with beautiful views.

Weingut Zahn

Location: Großheringen
Distance from The Old Vicarage: approx. 10 minutes by car

Only a few kilometres from Rehehausen, Weingut Zahn combines wine, regional cuisine, and hospitality in a very special way.

Alongside classic regional wines, the winery also produces high-quality sparkling wines and, in suitable years, even ice wine.

Highlights

• Restaurant with regional cuisine
• Sunny terrace
• Wine tastings
• Events
• Accommodation options

Our recommendation:
Perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner accompanied by regional wines.

Ideal for:
Food lovers and guests looking for a complete wine and culinary experience.

Winzerhof Altmann

Location: Bad Kösen
Distance from The Old Vicarage: approx. 15 minutes by car

A small family-run winery located directly on the Saale Cycle Path. Here you can experience traditional wine culture in a personal and welcoming atmosphere.

During the season, the winery’s Straußwirtschaft invites guests to enjoy local dishes and wines produced on site.

Highlights

• Traditional wine tavern
• Terrace
• Direct access to the cycle path
• Personal conversations with the winemakers

Ideal for:
Cyclists, hikers, and guests who enjoy authentic local experiences.

Thuringian Winery Bad Sulza

Location: Bad Sulza – Sonnendorf
Distance from The Old Vicarage: approx. 15 minutes by walk

Just a short distance from our holiday apartment lies one of Thuringia’s most important wineries. Founded in 1992, the Thüringer Weingut Bad Sulza has played an important role in the development of modern wine production in Thuringia.

Today, the winery cultivates vineyards in several outstanding locations, including:

• Bad Sulzaer Sonnenberg
• Auerstedter Tamsel
• Jenaer Grafenberg
• Dornburger Schlossberg

The largest single vineyard site is the Bad Sulzaer Sonnenberg. Its south-facing limestone slopes provide excellent conditions for grape varieties such as Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Traminer, Muscat, and Müller-Thurgau.

These special soils give the wines their distinctive elegance, freshness, and mineral character.

What you can experience

• Modern Vinothek with a wide wine selection
• Guided wine tastings
• Direct wine sales at the winery
• Vineyard and cellar tours
• Seasonal events and wine festivals
• Beautiful views over the Bad Sulza vineyards

The Vinothek is a wonderful place to discover different wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The friendly team is happy to share stories about Thuringian wine culture and explain the characteristics of each vineyard location.

Experience Wine Culture During Your Stay

Whether you prefer a historic monastery winery, a family-owned vineyard, a panoramic wine terrace, or a relaxed wine tavern – the Saale-Unstrut Wine Region offers authentic experiences for every wine lover.

From The Old Vicarage in Rehehausen, you are perfectly positioned to explore the vineyards, wineries, and wine traditions that make this region one of Germany’s most fascinating wine destinations.