Wine Region
Taste the hills – discover the vineyards of the Heuvelland
South Limburg is not only a paradise for hikers and cyclists, but also the beating heart of Dutch winemaking. The rolling hills, chalk-rich soil, and mild climate make the Heuvelland a unique wine region. Award-winning Limburg wines are produced here that can easily compete with renowned regions in France or Germany.
From Aparthotel Ons Epen, several vineyards are just minutes away, ready to be discovered, walked through, and tasted.
Vineyards on Limburg hills
Where fruit orchards once dominated, you now find modern wineries with international appeal. The vineyards of South Limburg produce refined wines: fresh and elegant whites, characterful sparkling wines, and increasingly impressive reds and rosés.
The secret? A combination of terroir, craftsmanship, and passion, shaped by a landscape that gives every bottle its own unique character.
Visit & taste
Many Limburg vineyards warmly welcome visitors. Enjoy guided tours among the vines, taste local wines in atmospheric tasting rooms, or relax on a sunny wine terrace overlooking the rolling hills. Some recommendations in the region:
- Vineyard St. Martinus – Vijlen
One of the largest and most innovative wine estates in the Netherlands, offering extensive tours and tastings. - Domein Holset – Holset
Specialised in high-quality sparkling wines. Their tasting room and wine terrace are an absolute must for enthusiasts. - Apostelhoeve Vineyard – Maastricht
The oldest and arguably most iconic vineyard in the Netherlands, beautifully located on the Louwberg above the Jekerdal Valley. Here, you’ll taste refined white wines full of character while enjoying sweeping views over Maastricht and the South Limburg hills.
