CELLAR LANE CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING
The province of Lower Austria supports both municipalities and private individuals in the renovation of cellars with its cellar lane construction consulting service. The team at NÖ GESTALTE(N) provides expertise in design, renovation, technology, and law, and helps to implement cellar projects in a sustainable manner.
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CELLAR LANE HANDBOOK
The Kellergasse Handbook was published in 2025 and summarizes recommendations for the professional renovation and protection of cellar complexes in various stories—a reference work that no wine-growing community in Lower Austria should be without.
PRESERVATION OF THE CELLAR LANES
A wealth of information on preserving this important cultural heritage can be found on the Kellergassenmanagement website. In addition to successful cellar renovations, this site also offers tips, sources of supply, and craftsmen for your own cellar renovation.
SUBSIDIES FOR CELLAR RENOVATION
For cellars located in a protected zone, there is the possibility of applying for subsidies for renovation. Subsidies are available for repair work on masonry, plaster, cellar windows, cellar doors, Gait-Türl, roofing, and other parts visible from the outside.
“I AM BUILT CULTURAL HERITAGE" PLAQUE
Since 2025, cellar owners who have professionally renovated a historic wine cellar can submit their cellar for the “I am built cultural heritage” award. Winners receive a plaque to mount themselves on their wine press house.
CELLAR LANE PROTECTION ZONES
In order to ensure the preservation of cellar lanes, it is possible to establish cellar lane protection zones. In the LEADER region of Weinviertel Ost, the municipalities of Pillichsdorf, Wildendürnbach, Prottes, and Falkenstein are on their way to becoming protection zones. Interested municipalities can contact the village and town renewal office.