Poppy seed noodles, poppy seed pastries, and fish fillets with a poppy seed crust on a wooden table, along with Anna and Herbert's photo badges.

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The Mohnwirt Neuwiesinger in the poppy village of Armschlag is a must-visit destination for anyone who wants to experience Waldviertel cuisine. Poppy seeds play a special role here: as a sweet specialty, as an ingredient in savory dishes, and as the basis for take-home products. You’ll also find classic tavern dishes that make the culinary experience enjoyable even for guests withContinue Reading

A blooming poppy field with poppy tents in the foreground and a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

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Mohndorf Armschlag combines regional cuisine with a varied excursion through the Waldviertel. Discover the poppy nature trail. Take a stroll through the poppy garden. Sample specialties where poppy seeds take center stage. During the blooming season, a special natural experience awaits: the colorful poppy fields surrounding the village. These fields offer photo opportunities and a wealth of variety.Continue Reading

Poppy seed pastries and poppy seed noodles on a wooden table set against a Waldviertel landscape, with a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

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Poppy seed pastries and poppy seed noodles are among the specialties you should try during a vacation in the Waldviertel. Both combine poppy seeds with potato dough, but differ significantly in how they’re prepared: Poppy seed pastries are filled and baked, while poppy seed noodles are shaped, boiled, and then mixed with poppy seeds. For our vacation guests in Gutenbrunn, they’re a delightfulContinue Reading

Schnitzel with potato salad, coffee, and poppy seed cake in a tavern scene, featuring a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

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Lilly & Eddy’s Meeting Place: A Stop in Town Lilly & Eddy’s Meeting Place is located at Gutenbrunn 25a. According to Waldviertel Tourism, the area around Gutenbrunn offers regional cuisine, Italian-Mediterranean specialties, and dining options. It also features a patio, a children’s play area, and wheelchair accessibility. The restaurant is thereforeContinue Reading

An AI-generated concert scene in the arcaded courtyard of Pöggstall Castle, featuring an audience and a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

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The Pöggstall Castle Culture Days combine music, literature, and theater with historic venues in the southern Waldviertel region. Under the artistic direction of Elisabeth Augustin, the 2026 program features a variety of formats—from concerts and castle talks to puppet theater. For your stay with Anna and Herbert in Gutenbrunn, the event series offers a wonderfulContinue Reading

An AI-generated view of the arcaded courtyard at Pöggstall Castle, featuring Renaissance arcades and a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

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The arcaded courtyard at Pöggstall Castle is worth a closer look. If you’d like to explore historic architecture, the Renaissance arcaded courtyard is one of the highlights of the castle grounds. Combine your visit with a stay in our vacation apartments at Anna and Herbert’s in Gutenbrunn. Plan a day of your vacation filled with culture and time to relax. When visiting a castleContinue Reading

An artistic rendering of Pöggstall Castle in the evening light, featuring the text „Between the Region and the Imperial Court“ and a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

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Pöggstall Castle: “Region and Imperial Court” offers a unique glimpse into the history of the southern Waldviertel. It tells the story of a noble estate whose influence extended far beyond the region. It’s an interesting place to visit during your vacation with Anna and Herbert in Gutenbrunn. Right in Pöggstall, it sparks curiosity, especially whenContinue Reading