A Culinary Getaway in Naturpark Almenland

A Culinary Journey of Discovery

In Naturpark Almenland , active vacations Naturpark Almenland with true enjoyment. Whether after a scenic hike, a leisurely bike ride, or a visit to the area’s many attractions —regional specialties, warm hospitality, and high-quality products turn every outing into a culinary experience. Numerous direct-to-consumer vendors, producers, and culinary attractions invite you to explore, sample, and savor.

Eastern Styria is a culinary paradise; in no other region can you find so many producers, direct sellers, and regional delicacies packed into such a small area—it’s simply wonderful!

Chocolate production at Claudia Schellnegger's in Passail. A basket of Almenland .

Almenland

With great care and expertise, our farmers produce regional, alpine-fresh delicacies on their farms. Raw ingredients provided by nature are gently transformed into high-quality food and gourmet products. Meat, bread, pasta, honey, vegetables, herbs, chocolates, and fine brandies—fresh from the Naturpark are served to our guests by the Almenland!

The Almenland Association consists of 30 farmers who supply retail outlets and restaurants in the region. Many of these farms welcome visitors to observe their work and offer guided tours and tastings.

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Culinary Festivals Full of Flavor

In Naturpark Almenland delightful celebrations all year round. From the first signs of spring at the “Springtime Awakening” to the traditional Sterzfest, all the way to cozy Happerl dinners and the atmospheric Almenland Culinary Fall —regional specialties, living traditions, and warm hospitality are always at the center of it all. These events invite you to discover the diversity of Almenland’s cuisine, chat with local producers, and share unforgettable moments of culinary delight together. Here, conviviality, regional quality, and authentic flavors come together to create special experiences for all the senses.

  • Schnapps tasting at the Graf Distillery in St. Kathrein am Offenegg.
  • Almenland at Claudia Schnellnegger's in Passail.
  • Our Almenland , produced by beekeeper Karl Kreiner from Passail.
  • Cheese Tasting at Almenland in Arzberg.

Culinary Destinations

The Almenland with flavor. Visit our culinary destinations and discover regional specialties right where they’re made. Whether it’s an apiary, herb farm, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, or fine distillery—passionate producers offer fascinating insights, invite you to sample their products, and turn your visit into an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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  • A summer dish at the Bachwirt Inn in Passail.
  • The Haider-Harrer family from the Haider Alpine Farm on the Nechnitz.
  • Delicious beef goulash from Haider, the alpine farmer on the Nechnitz.
  • A hearty dessert from the Frankenhof on the Nechnitz.
  • Dry-aged steak straight from the farm at Almenlandwirt Haider on the Nechnitz.

Almenland

The Almenland Gourmet Restaurants stand for genuine hospitality and a commitment to regional cuisine. With great passion, they transform high-quality ingredients from the Naturpark Almenland delicious specialties and serve them in a warm, inviting atmosphere. At the same time, they take responsibility for the region: They prioritize short supply chains, work closely with local producers, and are committed to the nature park, the preservation of biodiversity, and the protection of the unique cultural landscape.

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