Wine and hiking: vineyard tours and wine tastings around Umkirch and Freiburg

The perfect combination of hiking and enjoying wine

If you enjoy hiking and enjoying nature, the region around Umkirch im Breisgau is the perfect place. Not only does it offer stunning hiking trails, but it also offers the opportunity to sample the region's delicious wines at a wine tasting. In this article, you'll learn how to combine two popular leisure activities and explore the area's culinary highlights at the same time.

The combination of wine tastings and hikes is becoming increasingly popular, especially in regions with picturesque landscapes and a rich wine tradition. Wine and hiking enthusiasts will find such a region in the Breisgau region, near Freiburg, around Umkirch in the border triangle of Germany, France, and Switzerland. Here, idyllic vineyards stretch along rolling hills and invite you to enjoy long hikes paired with exquisite wine tastings at local wineries.

Vineyard tours along picturesque vineyards

The vineyard tours around Umkirch are a true highlight for wine lovers and nature enthusiasts. The hiking trails lead through idyllic landscapes past lush green vines shimmering in the sunlight. Along the way, you can take short breaks to admire the picturesque vineyards and enjoy the tranquility of nature.

The Breisgau region is known for its excellent wines, especially its varietal white wines such as Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. The region's winemakers passionately cultivate their vines and produce exquisite wines that are internationally acclaimed. On a vineyard tour around Umkirch, visitors can not only admire the breathtaking landscape but also experience firsthand how the wine is made here. Many wineries offer tours of their vineyards and cellars, where guests learn all about the cultivation, care, and processing of the grapes.

Wine tasting: Discover the diversity of regional wines

After an impressive hike through the vineyards, a special highlight awaits: a wine tasting at one of the local wineries. Here, you have the opportunity to discover the diversity of regional wines and be enchanted by their aromas and flavors. The region's winemakers look forward to introducing you to their fine wines and offering interesting insights into the art of winemaking. In the cozy tasting rooms of the wineries, visitors are presented with a variety of wines, accompanied by expert explanations from the winemakers. Here, guests can discover the diversity of Breisgau wines and indulge their palates with their distinct aromas and nuances. Whether dry, semi-dry, or sweet—there's something for every taste.

Heuboden Event Catering: Culinary delights and a relaxed atmosphere

To perfectly round off your hiking holiday in the Umkirch region, we recommend a visit to the Heuboden Eventgastronomie (event catering). Here, you can expect not only first-class culinary delights, but also cozy and comfortable rooms in the adjacent Heuboden hotels. After an eventful day in the vineyards, you can relax here and reflect on the day's impressions.

For those seeking relaxing accommodations after an adventurous vineyard tour, the two Heuboden Hotels – the comfortable Landhaus Blum and the modern Hotel Heu-Loft – and the family-run restaurant are perfect. This exquisite destination is idyllically situated on the edge of the vineyards and offers the perfect retreat for weary hikers. The rooms are comfortably furnished and boast magnificent views of the surrounding landscape.

At Heuboden Event Gastronomie, a love of wine is paramount. The in-house restaurant serves regional specialties that pair perfectly with Breisgau wines. Here, guests can experience culinary delights in a cozy atmosphere and be enchanted by the diversity of Baden cuisine. The wine list also leaves nothing to be desired, offering a selection of exquisite wines from the region.

A special highlight of the Heuboden Event Gastronomie are the regularly held wine tastings and seminars. Here, guests have the opportunity to sample a variety of wines and deepen their knowledge of wine. Experienced sommeliers are on hand to offer advice and support, providing interesting insights into the world of wine.

Wine tasting and hayloft – the unbeatable combination

Every sip tells a story of soil composition, complex aromas, and traditional production methods that shape the terroir of each wine and underscore its uniqueness. At a wine tasting, wine lovers and connoisseurs alike can enjoy the unique aromas and complex taste experience. From dry Rieslings from the region to fruity Müller-Thurgau grapes, and much more, there's something for everyone to sample.

So, if you're looking for a unique combination of wine tasting and hiking, don't miss the vineyard tours around Umkirch im Breisgau. With Heuboden Event Gastronomie and its hotels, nothing stands in the way of an eventful and enjoyable stay in this magical region. Immerse yourself in the world of Breisgau wine and be enchanted by the beauty of the vineyards, and look forward to culinary highlights and complete relaxation every evening.

Let yourself be seduced: contact us for your next holiday

If you're now keen to explore the stunning region around Umkirch on a hike and sample the region's delicious wines, don't hesitate any longer. Contact us today to plan your next hiking holiday and be enchanted by the beauty and diversity of the Breisgau. We look forward to welcoming you to our cozy hotels and restaurant and providing you with unforgettable experiences.