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For a Winningen winery with a difference, take a trip to this natural, low-intervention wine producer set up by two North American expats: American Robert Kane and Canadian Derek-Paul Labelle. Take a tour of the 150-year-old cellar, where you can taste the excellent wine straight out of the barrel, or join one of the duo on a (steep) walking tour around the vineyards.
Winningen marks the start of several of the region's loveliest and most informative short walks: the educational Weinpfade (wine trails). There are five trails to choose from, with varying lengths from 4 to 9 km (2½ to 5½ miles), but the best introductory trail is the Domgarten-Weinpfad (Cathedral Garden Wine Trail). It starts and ends at the Weinhof (also a Tourist Information Office), leading up and through the vineyards that lie above the town. The beautiful, medium-difficulty, 4½-km (3-mile) circular route is lined with signs explaining the grape-growing and wine-making processes, as well as plenty of benches for enjoying the spectacular river views. The whole thing usually takes around two hours, excluding stops—and if you find you still have energy, there are four more trails to tackle.
Step off the train and straight into this century-old winery. Tutored tastings allow you to discover a selection of locally grown wines while you learn about the production and harvesting process. Alternatively, simply let the wine speak for itself; take a seat in the cellar or garden and order a bottle to share.
