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Austria, Weissenkirchen
“Weissenkirchen” means „white church” and this name refers to the village′s impressive multi-purpose church, which served both as a center of worship and a fortification to protect the villagers from plundering Turks. It was originally built in the 14th century, but the defense tower was added in 1531. Similar to many other churches in Austria, the interiors are a rather unimpressive mix of Gothic and Baroque art.
Taking a walk around the village won′t take much time. It′s the surroundings that make Weissenkirchen attractive: The Danube, the very smooth hills and the vineyards. The most important wines in this part of the Wachau are Grüner Veltliner and Riesling.
“Weissenkirchen” means „white church” and this name refers to the village′s impressive multi-purpose church, which served both as a center of worship and a fortification to protect the villagers from plundering Turks. It was originally built in the 14th century, but the defense tower was added in 1531. Similar to many other churches in Austria, the interiors are a rather unimpressive mix of Gothic and Baroque art.
Taking a walk around the village won′t take much time. It′s the surroundings that make Weissenkirchen attractive: The Danube, the very smooth hills and the vineyards. The most important wines in this part of the Wachau are Grüner Veltliner and Riesling.












