Question 1

When is Heuriger Rinner open?

Accepted Answer

Monday and Wednesday to Sunday from 3 pm to 9 pm. Tuesday is the rest day.

Question 2

Where is Heuriger Rinner?

Accepted Answer

At Rossatzbach 36, 3602 Rossatz-Arnsdorf — on the right bank of the Danube in the Wachau valley, directly opposite Dürnstein. From Krems an der Donau it is about 15 kilometres via Mautern.

Question 3

Since when has Heuriger Rinner been in the family?

Accepted Answer

Since 1600. Golden book of honour 1824.

Question 4

Which wine tavern in the Wachau has a view of Dürnstein?

Accepted Answer

The terrace of Heurigenschank Rinner faces Dürnstein head-on: you see the floodlit abbey church tower at the water and the castle ruin on the rock above it — less than a kilometre away, with only the Danube in between.

Question 5

What does “ausg’steckt” mean?

Accepted Answer

When a bush of pine twigs or straw hangs in front of the house, the tavern is open — at the Rinner’s it hangs as a wreath above the lantern by the gate. Hence the Austrian expression: the tavern has “ausg’steckt”.

Question 6

What is a Heuriger or Buschenschank?

Accepted Answer

A Buschenschank is the tavern of a wine-growing family: it serves the wine from its own vineyard together with cold food made in the house. In the Wachau this is not a copy of a restaurant but an old form of hospitality in its own right.

Question 7

Do I need to book a table?

Accepted Answer

For larger groups it is better to call ahead: +43 650 2511596.

Question 8

Where can I park at Heuriger Rinner?

Accepted Answer

Opposite the house, towards the vineyard, there is parking for guests. A sign at the gate points the way.

Question 9

How do I get from Dürnstein to Rossatzbach?

Accepted Answer

Rossatzbach lies opposite Dürnstein on the other bank of the Danube. A small ferry crosses the river in season; all year round the way round is over the bridge at Mautern an der Donau.

Question 10

Can I come by bike?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Danube Cycle Path runs along the south bank right past Rossatzbach — the tavern is directly on the route.

Question 11

Is there anything without meat?

Accepted Answer

Spreads, cheese and bread are part of every platter. The family will tell you at your table what the kitchen has on your evening.

Question 12

Is the tavern suitable for children?

Accepted Answer

There is a small playground in the garden.

Question 13

How do I get home after the wine?

Accepted Answer

Best not to drive yourself. WEISS.TAXI of Krems an der Donau serves the Wachau daily from 7 am to midnight, Rossatz-Arnsdorf included, and will take your bicycle along on request — useful if you came along the Danube Cycle Path. Book on +43 2732 81600. An independent company, not an affiliate of the tavern.

Heurigenschank Rinner

One house, one family

Dürnstein lies just across

Our wine, our food

Wine & food

White wines

Red wine

Spritzers

Soft drinks

Dishes

Schmankerl

Sours

Cheese

Meat-free dishes

Breads

Sides

Bakery

Nibbles

For a sweet tooth

Ausg’steckt

From vine to glass

From day into evening

Day and evening at the Rinner’s

Getting here Rossatzbach 36

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