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

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

Waldviertel specialties, including poppy seed noodles, poppy seed pastries, and roast meat with dumplings, as well as a photo badge featuring Anna and Herbert.

The cuisine of the southern Waldviertel turns your vacation into a journey of discovery for the palate. Poppy seed specialties, traditional potato dishes, regional tavern fare, and exciting culinary destinations invite you to get to know the region through its cuisine. Our vacation apartments at Anna and Herbert’s in Gutenbrunn are your starting point for enjoyable vacation days surrounded by nature, culture, andContinue Reading

A computer-generated view of the Lower Ottenschlag Pond, featuring reflections, houses, castle towers, and a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

Lower Ottenschlag Village Pond The Ottenschlag neighborhood offers a beautiful view of the water. It also includes the Lower Ottenschlag Village Pond, making it a family-friendly destination. Houses, trees, parts of the castle, and the wayside shrine of St. John of Nepomuk tell an interesting story, and there’s also a playground. For our guests staying in the Gutenbrunn vacation rentalsContinue Reading

Ottenschlag Parish Church against a blue sky with autumn trees; an overlaid headline invites viewers to explore history and art; a circular inset showing a smiling couple.

The parish church in Ottenschlag is a lovely destination for anyone who wants to explore historic buildings, sacred art, and peaceful places during their vacation in the Waldviertel. Dedicated to St. James, the church is located in the town center and can easily be combined with a stroll through Ottenschlag, a view of the castle, and a leisurely stop for refreshments.Continue Reading

A collage of Weyerteich and the surrounding area near the Anna & Herbert Gutegenbrunn vacation rentals in the Waldviertel, perfect for an accessible vacation in nature.

Weyerteich near Ottenschlag: Nature, Tranquility, and the Waldviertel Pond Landscape Experience nature, tranquility, and the Waldviertel pond landscape. If you enjoy fishing in the Waldviertel in a peaceful, nature-filled setting with plenty of shoreline, you’ll find the Weyerteich near Ottenschlag. It’s a lovely destination for anyone who wants to enjoy nature, water, and peaceful landscapes in the Waldviertel. Around OttenschlagContinue Reading