Just to the west of Vienna in the Mostviertel district, a new generation of pear cider manufacturers are starting to break away from tradition. Taking on board new approaches to making alcoholic, fermented pear juice, the area is starting to attract attention from across the globe, and brings in awards whilst doing so. To find out more, Discover Germany journeys down to the Mostviertel on a perry adventure.
known for its pears, of which there are over 200 different varieties in Mostviertel alone. The pears here are mostly utilised in the production of perry, or Most as it is referred to in the region.
happening in the region, where tradition and innovation live side by side.
The pear is king in Mostviertal and dominates the surroundings wherever you turn. When arriving at Amstetten, there are giant pear sculptures on the road. The local hotel, the four-star RelaxResort Kothmüle that attracts many visitors to the region, is adorned with pear artworks in the elevators and room decor. Even the different hotel rooms are
The Haselberger perry manufacturers are known for their adventurous approach to making pear cider. Located in the village of St Valentin, a short drive from Linz, the Haselbergers use newer forms of fermentation, creating a range of perries that have more in common with wine than with traditional cider. Their approach embodies the change 42
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Issue 133
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September 2025
Nestled between the Alps and the Danube, the Mostviertel’s rolling green-carpeted valleys make for some of the best and beautiful agricultural lands in Europe. Amongst many of the area’s regional delights, it is best
TEXT & PHOTOS: DAN COLE
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