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Kamptal is an Austrian wine, tourism, culture and health region located in Waldviertel, Lower Austria. It is named by the river Kamp.

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To the north of Krems lies Langenlois, which is the main vine-town of Kamptal, the valley of the river Kamp. [1] The sandstone slopes are so steep that only a thin layer of soil is retained. Exposure to the sun is high. Riesling thrives on these steep slopes; closer to the Danube the valley broadens and more red grapes are grown.

Another prominent town in the Kamptal is Gars am Kamp.

Notable wineries

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References

  1. map Archived 3 July 2007 at the Wayback Machine