European Wine Festivals Worth Travelling To In 2025
If your ideal holiday includes good wine, great company, and a bit of culture, then mark your calendar – Europe is home to some of the world’s best wine festivals, and 2025 has some gems in store. Here are six worth the trip.
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La Fête des Vignerons – Vevey, Switzerland (July 2025)
Held once every generation, this spectacular lakeside celebration honours Swiss winegrowers with grand performances, traditional costumes, and endless tastings. It only happens once every 20–25 years – 2025 is your chance. Don’t miss: The lakeside parade and Lavaux vineyard tours.
La Rioja Wine Harvest Festival – Logroño, Spain (20–24 September 2025)
Spain’s Rioja region pulls out all the stops in this joyful harvest festival. Think grape-stomping, wine fountains, street parties and pintxos on every corner. Insider tip: Head to Calle Laurel for legendary tapas and a glass of crianza.
Vienna Wine Hiking Day – Vienna, Austria (27–28 September 2025)
Vienna’s vineyards are within walking distance of the city. This two-day wine walk lets you sample local wines with panoramic views and authentic Austrian snacks along the way. Best for: Scenic sipping with a city break twist.
Maribor Old Vine Festival – Slovenia (20 Sept–12 Oct 2025)
Home to the world’s oldest grapevine, Maribor celebrates with tastings, music, markets, and the ceremonial grape harvest. A warm, welcoming event in a charming riverside town. Why go: It’s lesser-known and delightfully local.
Chianti Wine Festival – Greve in Chianti, Italy (4–7 September 2025)
Sample Tuscan reds in a postcard-perfect piazza. Over 60 producers set up stalls, and the food is just as unforgettable. Top tip: Stay in a nearby agriturismo for the full countryside experience.
Wine Days – Pálava, Czech Republic (12–14 September 2025)
This South Moravian festival combines Czech wines with folk music, parades, and local delicacies in the beautiful wine town of Mikulov. It’s fun, affordable, and full of character. Hidden gem: Try burčák – a fizzy, semi-fermented young wine only served during harvest.
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