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Freigut Thallern: A Historic Austrian Winery

Discover Austria's winemaking heritage at Freigut Thallern, a historic winery in Gumpoldskirchen with tours, tastings, and regional wines.

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Freigut Thallern, located in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria, is a winery with a rich history dating back to 1141. Founded by Margrave Leopold IV and gifted to Cistercian monks, it has been producing wines for centuries and offers visitors a glimpse into Austria's winemaking heritage.

A brief summary to Freigut Thallern

  • Monday 10 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-6 pm
  • Friday 10 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Explore the historic wine cellars and learn about the traditional winemaking techniques used at Freigut Thallern.
  • Visit the St. John the Baptist Chapel to see the unique Giovanni Giuliani altar depicting Christ on a vine.
  • Sample regional wines like Rotgipfler and Zierfandler in the Gebietsvinothek Thermenregion.
  • Enjoy a meal at the Landgasthof, known for its traditional Austrian cuisine.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Gumpoldskirchen Bahnhof (train station), Freigut Thallern is approximately a 30-minute walk. Alternatively, take a local bus from the station to Thallern. Several bus lines serve Gumpoldskirchen, including routes 263, 303, 329, 301, and 304. Check local transit schedules for the most up-to-date information. A single bus fare within the region typically costs around €2-4.

  • Driving

    Freigut Thallern is located at Thallern 1, 2353 Gumpoldskirchen. From the A3 motorway, take the Gumpoldskirchen exit. Follow the signs towards Gumpoldskirchen and then to Thallern. The winery is approximately 2 km northeast of Gumpoldskirchen. Parking is available at the winery. Parking is free for visitors. Note that parking may be limited during peak season or special events.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available in Gumpoldskirchen and the surrounding areas. A taxi ride from the Gumpoldskirchen train station to Freigut Thallern will cost approximately €15-€25, depending on traffic and time of day. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt also operate in the region.

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Freigut Thallern, nestled in the charming wine village of Gumpoldskirchen, is more than just a winery; it's a living testament to Austria's winemaking heritage. Its history stretches back to 1141 when Margrave Leopold IV gifted the land to Cistercian monks of Heiligenkreuz Abbey. The monks established a monastic estate modeled after Clos de Vougeot in Burgundy, shaping the landscape and developing winemaking techniques for nearly 900 years. The estate's buildings, arranged in an irregular pattern, showcase its long history, with remnants of a former defensive wall and alterations made after the Turkish War in 1683. The St. John the Baptist Chapel, adorned with a carved altar by Giovanni Giuliani depicting Christ crucified on a vine, symbolizes the estate's deep connection to winemaking. Today, Freigut Thallern is the central winery for all the vineyards of Heiligenkreuz Abbey. Since 2010, winemaker Erich Polz has managed the estate, revitalizing it as a tourism project. Visitors can explore the Gebietsvinothek Thermenregion, sample wines, and dine at the Landgasthof, known since the 1950s as "Backhenderlstation Thallern". The estate cultivates its vineyards ecologically, focusing on biodiversity and producing about 60% white wine and 40% red wine, along with a small amount of sparkling wine. Typical wines from the Thermenregion, such as Rotgipfler and Zierfandler, are found here, as well as Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, St. Laurent, Zweigelt and Pinot Noir.

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