Pivnițele Rhein & Cie Azuga 1892 (Muzeul Rhein)

Current status (checked 12 October 2026)

The Rhein Cellars in Azuga can only be visited on a guided tour booked at least 24 hours in advance. The tour is for adults only (18+), so it is not a choice for families with children. The sources disagree on price and group size, so call ahead: Valea Prahovei gives the address azuga@iconic-estate.com and the phone number 0742 205 537.

A winery from 1892

The cellars were built in 1892 by Wilhelm Rhein and are presented as the oldest place in Romania where sparkling wine has been made without interruption by the traditional method. Today they are owned by The Iconic Estate, part of the Alexandrion group. The concept relaunched in 2021 honours the memory of the founders, King Carol I and the Rhein family.

What you see

The tour goes through the cellars, explains how sparkling wine is made, includes a small Rhein museum and ends with a tasting of three Rhein Extra sparkling wines. Being indoors, it is a good option for a rainy day in the Prahova Valley.

Opening hours and prices (checked 12 October 2026)

According to Valea Prahovei (checked by the publication on 15.06.2026): a tour of about 60 minutes, daily between 10:30 and 17:00, 150 lei per person, minimum two people. The operator's website shows the same tour at 125 lei per person, undated. Older sources mention larger minimum groups outside opening hours. Check the official source (pensiunearhein.ro) or call before you set off. Pushchair access is not stated.

Getting there

Azuga is the first resort in the Prahova Valley after Predeal, coming from Brașov. From MAX International, drive towards Predeal and then on the DN1 to Azuga; the cellars are at Strada Independenței no. 24. You can see the exact distance and time with the navigation buttons on this page.