Thirty minutes’ drive from Freiburg, lovely Vogtsburg prides itself on being the biggest wine producing town in Germany. Surrounded by rolling vineyards, this historic Baden-Württemburg community has long attracted keen foodies and wine aficionados, all eager to sample and savour its fabled produce. Fantastic food and wine have become synonymous with the town’s identity — as is evident in our pick of the best places to stay in Vogtsburg, which has boasted a Michelin star since the 1960s.
This really is heaven for wine lovers. Spend your days immersing yourself in fabulous tours and tastings of family-owned wineries, enjoying long, lazy gourmet lunches and ambling through picturesque countryside. You’ll find cycling and horse riding routes between the vineyards, too, and e-biking opportunities for more laid-back adventuring.
Stroll around Vogtsburg’s pretty town centre to admire heritage buildings, including well-preserved churches. The nearby Museum of Viniculture in Achkarren is well worth a visit, as is the Museum of Corkscrews in Burkheim. Deservedly popular, rooms — and tables — at the best places to stay in Vogtsburg fill up fast. Book your trip well in advance!
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Vogtsburg (Vogtsburg-Oberbergen )
A superb restaurant with rooms and winery situated in picturesque vineyards. Traditional rooms are totally charming with chintz fabrics, antique furniture and lovely views. The Michelin starred restaurant serves exquisite French cuisine and the winery encourages sampling.The perfect rural idyll.
