At Kirchenwirt Leogang, the cuisine is a tribute to the region's finest ingredients, elevated by Chef Stefan Birnbacher’s dedication to quality and detail. From bold regional flavours to innovative presentations, every dish is a celebration of life’s pleasures. With a focus on seasonality and the mastery of preparation, guests can expect more than a meal – they’ll experience a culinary journey where mediocrity has no place. The result is a dining experience that pairs perfectly with the warmth and elegance of its Alpine surroundings.

Chef Stefan Birnbacher is at the helm of Kirchenwirt Leogang’s kitchen, where his passion for exceptional cuisine shines. Guided by his belief that good food enriches life, he draws on local ingredients to create dishes of unparalleled quality and creativity. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Chef Birnbacher ensures each plate reflects the best of the region while embracing innovation. His cuisine is a perfect complement to the welcoming spirit and historic character of Kirchenwirt, delighting guests from near and far.

Leogang is renowned for its winter sports and summer mountain hiking resort. During summer, the guided hiking tours to Almhütte am Spielberg (an alp hut, 1800 meters above sea level) are popular. Here, you can relax with a romantic breakfast or afternoon snack. There’s also a golf club nearby where you can enjoy a game or two. For adventurous bikers, Europe’s biggest bike-park at ‘Leoganger Asitz’ is a real treat.

“Since the beginning, we’ve prided ourselves on a warm welcome and excellent service.” Our winner of the 2022 Sommelier Award is Hans-Jörg Unterrainer from Restaurant Kirchenwirt Leogang since 1326, in Austria. Hans-Jörg exhibits great soul and spirit when it comes to the well-being of his guests. This Sommelier creates a culture of excellence that takes great care of everything, in a perfect ambience, to a carefully curated wine cellar, right down to the ability to support young professionals to excel in the art of outstanding service. Together with La Rioja Alta SA we bestow this Sommelier Award to the most outstanding JRE in this field.