Maribor – Europe’s Best Wine Capital
The capital of Styria, home to the oldest noble grapevine in the world and one of the largest historic wine cellars in Europe, was named Europe’s Best Wine Capital in 2026.
Discover what places Maribor at the very top of Europe’s wine destinations.
Upcoming events in Maribor
Objects of joy
Spekter. 70 Years of the UGM Collection
Summer Art Camp
Summer at the Oldest Grapevine
Summer at Minoriti
Summer on Maribor Island
Corn maze Maribor
Minoriti Open-Air Cinema
Summer in Maribor invites you to discover sunny city streets, green trails, vibrant venues and memorable experiences. Feel the rhythm of the city, enjoy cultural events, explore the Pohorje Hills and surrounding vineyards, and savour local flavours and relaxed evenings by the Drava River.
When temperatures rise, cool down the Maribor way. Stroll through the city’s green parks, enjoy the shade of the Pohorje forests or take a break with a glass of local wine. Art is the best summer refreshment, so step inside Maribor’s galleries and museums or experience concerts, performances and festivals at venues across the city.
Fill your summer with new stories. Experience Maribor through outdoor activities, culture and cuisine, or simply take time to unwind.
World's Oldest Grapevine
Discover the rich wine heritage of Maribor, the Štajerska region, and Slovenia and taste the tradition, told by the oldest grapevine in the world. Dive into the story of the Guinness world record holder.
TOP experiences to suit all tastes
Pohorje Trio Experience
Experience the diverse offerings of Maribor’s Pohorje in...
Secrets of the World's Oldest Grapevine: From museum to wine tasting
Discover the secrets of the World's Oldest Grapevine on a...
Wine tastings at the World's Oldest Grapevine
The World's Oldest Grapevine, a gastronomy, heritage, and...
Premium pottery workshop: An unforgettable ceramic experience
Embark on an extraordinary clay-shaping adventure and...
Guided tour: Mysterious Minorites
Discover the rich heritage of the Minorite Cultural...
Virtual experience of the story of the World's Oldest Grapevine
Strap on your virtual reality headset and immerse yourself...
Rock'n'Roll of tastes
A crazy Maribor mix of food, wine and music.
Friday and Saturday Tours of Maribor - for individuals
Discover the hidden corners of Maribor and listen to the...
Guided tours of Maribor for Groups
Experience Maribor with expert guides who reveal the city's...
Visit to the Vinag Wine Cellar - for individual guests
Visit one of the oldest wine cellars in Europe!
The Museum of the World’s Oldest Grapevine
The Museum of the world’s oldest vine presents the...
Discover Maribor by your favourite means of transport
Tips for experiences
Cycling
The many spread out cycling paths invite you – from the easy ones to those more demanding, from the flat ones to the mountain, from those downhill and those uphill, from sporty to family-oriented – something for everyone!
Hiking adventures
Indulge in an active hiking trip in the picturesque nature of the Maribor Pohorje. Be enchanted by the hills, lakes, waterfalls and views.
Pohorje
Explore Pohorje with vast forests, the Primeval forest Šumik, waterfalls and moors with lakes, the largest butterfly in Europe and other precious animal species.
Top Maribor sights
The city of the oldest vine in the world and one of the oldest wine cellars in Europe.
The Unforgettable experiences
We have chosen top experiences in Maribor and its surroundings.
Experience Maribor
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