Wachau

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/wachau

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Wachau?Lower Austria, Austria, along the Danube River between Melk and Krems
2. How big is Wachau?Approximately 36 kilometers (22 miles) in length
3. What language do people speak in Wachau?German
4. When was Wachau built?Settled since prehistoric times, with significant development during medieval and later periods
5. What is the Wachau valley?The Wachau is a beautiful valley in Austria along the Danube River, famous for its castles and vineyards.
6. Why do the grapes in the Wachau taste so good?The valley’s steep slopes and special climate—warm days and cool nights—help grapes like Riesling and Grüner Veltliner develop tasty flavors.

Viticulture: The science, production, and study of grapes, particularly for winemaking.
Oenology: The science and study of wine and winemaking.
Terroir: The complete natural environment in which a particular wine is produced, including factors such as soil, topography, and climate.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: A landmark or area which is internationally recognized for its outstanding universal value and is protected for future generations.