Main grape variety: Riesling

Grape varieties: Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Silvaner, Pinot Blanc

Cultivation area: Approx. 4,200 hectares

Climate: Mild, with influences from Hunsrück and Rhine

Number of winemakers: Approx. 1,800

International wine quality: High-quality Rieslings, growing export volume

Geography: Diverse soils (slate, porphyry, loess) along the Nahe

Special feature: Great soil diversity

Tourism: Approx. 500,000 visitors annually, popular for nature and wine tourism

Activities: Geohikes, wine tastings, visit to the Rotenfels and baths in Bad Kreuznach

Export volume/turnover: Medium export, especially to Europe and the USA, approx. 120 million euros turnover annually