Murtaler Steirerkäse (Murtal Styrian cheese) is very typical in our region and distinguishes the region's range of culinary offers in a variety of ways!

Numerous exquisite drinks are produced in the Murtal: Kühbrein-Most (must) and cider are made from the region's old apple tree varieties, while over in Thalheim they make their own beer from the mineral water there.

There are plenty of farmers who distill very special schnapps and liqueurs; fine schnapps are even distilled in the cellars of Seckau Abbey. These are available to purchase at the abbey shop, or you can attend a distilling lesson at the abbey to learn the tradition. The Murtal is also famous for the "Zirbe" (Swiss stone pine) ‒ whether in the form of "Zirbenschnaps", "Zirben-Gin" or even "Zirben-Bier". A region of its own has now devoted itself to the Swiss stone pine, so you will now find many other products derived from the pine tree ‒ not just the high-proof drinks!

Make the most of the chance to enjoy a fine drop or two at our gastronomic establishments, or visit the producers themselves for an on-site tasting session.

Did you know that Swiss stone pine can lower your heart rate and thus ensure a more relaxed, deeper sleep? Have you ever drunk Swiss stone pine? Eaten it? If not, it's high time you did!

Swiss stone pine is made for enjoying. In the Murtal, you can taste, smell and feel this miracle of nature. Some regional providers have specialised in the pine wonder. How about a crisp Prosecco with syrup as an aperitif? Or Swiss stone pine jelly as a delicatessen to go with cheese? As a dessert, you can indulge in sweet, chocolatey temptation. What would a meal on an alpine meadow be without a pine schnapps to wash it down? But Swiss stone pine isn't just a delight for the palate, it also does body and soul good too.

You can get these popular products from lots of different providers in the region.