Rheinhessischer Trullo (vineyard shelter for the winemaker working in the vineyard) in case of approaching storm.

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German Wine Route

One of Germany's oldest touring routes, the Deutsche Weinstrasse was inaugurated in 1935. It traverses the heart of the Palatinate (Pfalz) – a region of vine-covered hillsides, rambling forests, ruined castles, picturesque hamlets and, of course, exceptional wine estates. It's blessed with a moderate climate that allows almonds, figs, kiwi fruit and even lemons to thrive.


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A white castle with a red roof sits on a hill surrounded by trees. A long gravel road extends from the viewer to the castle, flanked by green grass and golden grapevines illuminated by the setting sun. In the far distance, green and blue rolling hills on the left give way to a distant valley dotted with tiny white buildings.

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