Baden Wine Route – wine on your doorstep
Baden is one of Germany's sunniest wine regions. The Kaiserstuhl lies just 25 km from Hotel Andante – volcanic terroir and world-class Pinot Noir.
Germany's sunniest wine region
Volcanic soil,
Pinot Noir & sunshine
With more than 15,000 hectares of vineyard, Baden is one of Germany's largest wine-growing regions – and one of its sunniest. The warm climate between the Black Forest and the Rhine, paired with the volcanic basalt soil of the Kaiserstuhl, creates ideal conditions for Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc.
The Kaiserstuhl, just 25 km from Rust, is an extinct volcano – its hills are terraced with vines and its villages are picturesque and traditional. Rust itself lies in the Ortenau, the northernmost sub-region of the Baden Wine Route.
Wine-growing areas
The four wine regions
Kaiserstuhl
25 kmPinot Noir · Pinot Gris
An extinct volcano with basalt soil – the warmest vineyard area in Germany. Renowned for full-bodied reds and mineral whites.
Ortenau
local / on the doorstepRiesling · Müller-Thurgau
Rust's home region! The Ortenau stretches along the foot of the Black Forest – mild climate, varied soils and many small family estates.
Breisgau
40 kmPinot Noir · Chardonnay
Between the Kaiserstuhl and Freiburg: the Breisgau is known for elegant Pinot Noirs and crisp whites from the Tuniberg and the foothill sites.
Markgräflerland
60 kmGutedel · Pinot Noir
The southernmost sub-region, home to the characteristic Gutedel (Chasselas), a gentle white wine from the Basel area. Relaxed character, friendly winemakers.
Wineries in the region
Recommended
winery visits
The area around Rust, the Kaiserstuhl and the Ortenau is home to countless wineries offering direct sales and tastings – often without prior booking.
Winzergenossenschaft Breisach
Kaiserstuhl / Breisach
Right by the Rhine bridge to France. Wide selection of Kaiserstuhl wines, direct sales, tastings and cellar tours.
Durbach – Ortenau Winemakers
Ortenau / Durbach
The wine village of Durbach sits in a Black Forest valley and offers Riesling and Traminer at family-run estates with panoramic terraces.
Achkarren on the Kaiserstuhl
Kaiserstuhl
The Kaiserstuhl village of Achkarren is celebrated for outstanding Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir – Grand Cru quality at fair prices.
Offenburg – Ortenau Winemakers' Cellar
Ortenau / Offenburg
The large cooperative cellar of the Ortenau offers a broad range of regional wines and is ideal for a first taste of the whole region.
Wine festivals & events
The wine year at a glance
August
Kaiserstuhl Winemakers' Festival
The winemakers' festival in Breisach and the Kaiserstuhl villages draws thousands of visitors. Live music, wine tastings right in the vineyards and Baden cuisine.
September
Offenburg Autumn Festival
The Ortenau's biggest wine festival takes place in Offenburg's pedestrian zone – colourful stalls, regional winemakers, music and a true autumn atmosphere.
October
Breisach Wine Market
The tradition-rich wine market in Breisach brings together Kaiserstuhl winemakers and Ortenau estates for one of the region's oldest wine festivals.
For hotel guests
Enjoy the region's wines
at the hotel
In the restaurant at Hotel Andante we serve carefully chosen wines from the Baden Wine Route – Kaiserstuhl Pinot Noir, Ortenau Riesling and Alsatian rarities. We are happy to advise you on our wine list on request.
Combine your Europa-Park stay with a wine journey: park in the morning, Kaiserstuhl tour in the afternoon, and a relaxed evening at the hotel.
Our wine recommendations
Kaiserstuhl Pinot Noir
A powerful red from volcanic basalt soil – Baden's flagship variety
Ortenau Riesling
Mineral and fresh – straight from the hotel's home region
Pinot Gris, dry
Full-bodied and elegant – perfect for dinner in our restaurant
Alsatian Riesling
Cross-border enjoyment – the family across the Rhine
Wine journey & short break
Book &
explore the Wine Route
Europa-Park, Kaiserstuhl and Alsace – all in one holiday from Hotel Andante. Book now and discover the world of wine right beyond your hotel terrace.