Staatlicher Hofkeller

The Staatlicher Hofkeller continues on a tradition which can be traced back as far as 1128. Beneath the baroque building of the Residence Palace are the expansive tunnels and cellars of the wine cellar of the former prince bishops. Experience and enjoy the wines in one of the most beautiful wine cellars in the world.

The former imperial cellar of the prince-bishops of Würzburg is located in the basement of the Residence Palace. The cellar is very large and its hallways are intertwined and maze-like. In 1719, the prince-bishop Johann Philipp Franz awarded the contract to build a new royal residence to Balthasar Neumann, the architect from Eger. The order included the construction of an “excellent” wine cellar.

Cellar Tours

Cellar Tour "Balthasar"
Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide visit the tunnels and cellars as they are illuminated by candlelight. At the end, each participant receives a glass of Franconian wine (0,1 l).

Booking Information
Dates upon request only
Duration: approx. 1 hour
Group size: 25 to 120 participants
Meeting place: Franconia-Brunnen in front of the Residence Palace
Cost: € 8,50 per person

Wine Tastings

Wine Tasting “Residenz”
The wine tasting begins with a welcome drink and an informative cellar tour. Then enjoy six different wines in the candlelit wine cellar. Mineral water and bread are served as well.

Booking Information
Dates upon request only
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Group size: 25 to 300 participants
Meeting place: Franconia-Brunnen in front of the Residence Palace
Cost: € 33 per person (includes six glasses of wine)

Wine Tasting “Hofkeller”
The wine tasting begins with a welcome drink and an informative cellar tour. Then enjoy eight different wines from the Staatlicher Hofkeller wine estate. Mineral water and bread are served as well.

Booking Information
Dates upon request only
Duration: approx. 3.5 hours
Group size: 25 to 300 participants
Meeting place: Franconia-Brunnen in front of the Residence Palace
Cost: € 37 per person (includes eight glasses of wine)

Notice: Upon request additional tour elements as well as culinary experiences can be arranged.

Information / Reservations:
Staatlicher Hofkeller Würzburg
Rosenbachpalais
Residenzplatz 3
97070 Würzburg
Phone +49 (0)9 31/3 05 09 31
Fax +49 (0)9 31/3 05 09 67
E-Mail: bernd.vanelten@hofkeller.bayern.de
www.hofkeller.de