Steppenduft: Aromatic Adventures in Frauenkirchen

Nestled in the heart of Frauenkirchen, near Lake Neusiedl, Steppenduft offers a sensory journey into the world of natural fragrances. This innovative fragrance manufactory, established by Stefan Zwickl, cultivates a diverse range of unusual aromatic and medicinal plants. What once was a pigsty has been transformed into a unique fragrance atelier, where visitors can discover the secrets of essential oil production.Steppenduft offers a variety of experiences, including 'Duft Safaris' through the fragrant fields, where you can encounter a breathtaking array of scentful plants. For a more hands-on experience, participate in a 'Schnupperstunde' (tasting hour) in the fragrance atelier, witnessing the alchemy and craftsmanship involved in creating natural perfumes. Steppenduft produces pure essential oils from its own fragrant fields, transforming them into room scents, sprays and fragrance crystals.Stefan Zwickl's passion has led to the cultivation of exotic fragrant plants like lemongrass, eucalyptus, marzipan sage and cinnamon basil, some of which had never been cultivated in Austria before. Steppenduft provides a unique and immersive fragrance adventure.