Discover Patzen: TAU Trail, Vineyards and Village History

Patzen can be discovered on several levels: as a starting point for an extended hike through the vineyards, as a place with a remarkable village history and as a destination for anyone who wants to get to know the region’s wine from a cultural perspective as well. Those looking for a holiday apartment in Patzen can shape their stay around different interests without having to commit to a single type of holiday.

Hiking through the vineyards of Patzenberg

The TAU Trail of the Riede is the focus of active days away. The moderately difficult hiking route is 17.7 km long and described as taking five hours. The distance and duration are important key figures for planning your day: the route is suitable for travellers who want to plan a full day of hiking, not just a short walk in between activities.

The TAU Trail of the Riede leads through the vineyards of Patzenberg. The named points along the route include the Patzen Bridge. There is also the station “TAO-Ried Patzenberg – Rooted in Tieschen”. It is reached after a section through the vineyards. Such specific stations provide the hike with its own points of orientation and make Patzenberg as the landscape of the route more tangible.

Those choosing accommodation for an active day away can consider Patzen as a search area if hiking through the vineyards is the main focus. For families or travel groups with different preferences, the day can also be divided up: while some travellers plan the longer route, others can explore the village and its history at a more leisurely pace. The moderate difficulty rating and the route length should be taken into account when planning your individual day.

Chapel and history of Patzen

An important cultural landmark is Patzen Chapel. It was built in 1834 by the village farmers and most recently renovated in 1998. At the same time, it is considered the oldest village chapel in the municipality of Tieschen. For visitors who also seek regional architectural and local history while travelling, the chapel thus offers an independent way of discovering Patzen.

The history of the village reaches even further back in the records. Around 1770, the administrator of the Fürstenfeld Commandery designated Patzen as a parish and as the site for a church and rectory. The place name itself is of Slavic origin and derives from the name “Pacinje”. Together with the history of the chapel, this creates a picture that extends beyond the present-day landscape: Patzen bears traces of various historical developments in its name and buildings.

Vineyard, soil and regional delights

Patzenberg is shaped not only by its vineyards, but also by a special type of soil. At around 360 metres above sea level, the vineyard has calcareous pseudogleyed Rigol soil formed from Tertiary sediments. Those interested in the regional landscape therefore gain a concrete insight into the geological and agricultural conditions of the area, without Patzenberg having to be reduced to a purely hiking destination.

The JUFA Hotel Tieschen at Patzen 90 offers another opportunity to experience the regional character. It has a vinotheque and a delicatessen shop with wine tastings, including tastings with a winemaker from the region on Fridays. This offering complements the impressions of Patzenberg with a culinary perspective and can be taken into account when planning a day of your stay.

Which accommodation suits your travel plans?

A holiday apartment in Patzen is particularly suitable as a search area if you want to experience the village itself as the centre of your trip. The TAU Trail, the vineyards of Patzenberg, the chapel and the local history appeal to different interests and can be combined into a varied stay. When planning, pay particular attention to whether you want to focus on the 17.7 km hike, culture and history, or wine and regional delights. This allows you to choose your accommodation according to the desired pace of your trip and the experiences that matter most to your travel group.

For the higher-level travel overview: Tieschen.