Discover Neuweidling: Chapel, Winegrowing and History

Neuweidling is an interesting destination for anyone looking to combine cultural history, winegrowing and landscapes. In the village, you will encounter the art-historically significant St. Sebastian’s Chapel, historical memories surrounding Schlüsselhof and several depictions of Saint Sebastian. In the nearby area, the Auwander Trail also leads through fields and orchards and briefly through the forest. This allows you to vary your holiday days between local history and experiences in nature.

St. Sebastian’s Chapel and Wayside Landmarks

St. Sebastian’s Chapel is located in Neuweidling and was first mentioned in 1179. The building is a simple rectangular, plastered brick structure with pink-coloured detailing. White bands accentuate the corners and the area around the rectangular door. This clear design in particular makes the chapel a distinctive cultural and historical reference point for travellers who wish to explore sacred buildings and regional history attentively.

The public spaces also contain reminders of the importance of Saint Sebastian to the village. The figure of St. Sebastian stands on public land at the entrance to the village on Neuweidlingerstraße. It is made of weather-resistant sandstone imitation and was created at the beginning of the 21st century by Rohrendorf stonemason Karl Kalchhauser. The Schlüsselhof Cross in Neuweidling is a wayside shrine from 1681 that most likely commemorates the effects of the plague. Those interested in culture will therefore find several different forms of regional remembrance here: a chapel, a wayside marker and a free-standing figure.

Schlüsselhof, Winegrowing and History

Today’s Schlüsselhof originated as a winegrowing estate in the historic settlement of Weidling, today’s Neuweidling. Its history also reaches back to a much earlier period: Around 1040, the German King Henry III donated the Neuweidling estate to the Bavarian Benedictine monastery of Ebersberg. During the siege of Krems in 1645, the headquarters of the Swedish general Thorstenson were also located at Schlüsselhof in Neuweidling. These historical connections give the village a multifaceted profile extending from medieval ownership history to the events of the 17th century.

The agricultural use of Schlüsselhof remains part of the local character. Various types of wine, spirits and fruit are produced there. Anyone interested in winegrowing, regional products and the development of historic estates can take this focus into account when choosing their activities. For families with different interests, Neuweidling therefore offers starting points for quiet discoveries as well as conversations about history, crafts and regional production.

Rohrendorf Cellar Lane as Another Cultural Site

The Rohrendorf Cellar Lane is located in the municipal area of Rohrendorf bei Krems and is actually called Lindobelgasse. It is 1,650 metres long and is considered the longest cellar lane in Austria. The cellar lane contains 72 wine-press houses and cellar passages; some of the cellars were dug as early as the 14th and 15th centuries. This vividly illustrates the longstanding connection between winegrowing, storage and village architecture. The cellar lane is an independent thematic focus for your travel planning and complements Neuweidling’s local history with another perspective on the wine tradition in the municipal area of Rohrendorf bei Krems.

Experiencing Nature and Choosing Accommodation

As a scenic contrast, the Auwander Trail in the vicinity of Neuweidling leads through fields and orchards as well as briefly through the forest. The changing sections appeal to travellers who want to set aside time outdoors alongside their cultural experiences. Since no walking time or difficulty rating is available, you should assess the trail according to your own daily plans and the needs of your travel group. Particularly on a family trip, it may make sense not to force cultural and nature-related activities into a rigid schedule, but to alternate them according to your interests.

If Neuweidling is your chosen destination, you can focus your search specifically on a holiday apartment or holiday home in Neuweidling. First, consider whether you want to focus on the village’s cultural and historical attractions, winegrowing-related themes in the municipal area or the landscape along the Auwander Trail. Your accommodation should suit this desired travel pace; specific amenities, prices and availability depend on the individual offer. For further travel planning, you can also visit the pages on Grafenegg, Krumau am Kamp, Stratzing, Schwallenbach, Stiefern, Mühldorf, Furth Bei Göttweig and Spitz.

For the overarching travel overview: Krems-Land.