Destination

Maribor

Welcome to Slovenia’s second-largest city and the capital of Štajerska! Experience authentic hospitality, outstanding art, excellent gastronomy, and so much more.

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Best Wine Capital of Europe 2026

Maribor, the Best Wine Capital of Europe 2026, proudly confirms its long-standing connection to viticulture, wine culture, and sustainable development with this prestigious title.

The city lies at the heart of one of Europe’s oldest wine-growing regions and is home to the world’s oldest grapevine—a living symbol of more than 450 years of winemaking tradition. Picturesque vineyards rising above the city create a unique backdrop to Maribor’s urban pulse and invite visitors to experience nature, wine, and breathtaking views.

With this recognition, Maribor is firmly established as a sustainable, authentic, and boutique wine destination, where tradition blends with innovation. Here, wine is not merely a drink, but a way of life and an essential part of the city’s identity.

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Green City Maribor

Maribor – awarded the titles of Best Green Capital of Europe and Tree City of the World – proudly showcases a unique harmony between urban life and nature.

Situated at the foot of the Pohorje Hills and surrounded by wine-growing landscapes, it offers visitors relaxation, outdoor activities, and stunning views. The revitalized city center, with its many pedestrian zones, invites you to leisurely explore the historical heart of the city. The high-quality local cuisine delights with authentic flavors and the warm hospitality of the locals.

The city is firmly committed to sustainable development, reflected in its efficient bike-sharing system and the absence of mass tourism. A rich cultural heritage further enhances Maribor’s green identity. All of this positions Maribor among the leading sustainable destinations—where quality of life and care for the future go hand in hand.

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The capital of Štajerska

Maribor is a charming, relaxed, and vibrant city with a strong cultural and artistic scene and a lively festival atmosphere. In summer, you simply must not miss the famous Lent Festival, which fills the streets and squares with life. The entire city becomes a stage during the Opera Night in the City Park or Ballet Under the Stars on the Main Square.

A magnificent symbol of Maribor is the 450-year-old Guinness record holder, the oldest grapevine in the world, which grows along the beautiful promenade by the Drava River. The city’s stories are also told in the nearby Minoriti cultural quarter, where history and modernity, cultural heritage, and outstanding architecture come together.

Surrounded by greenery, Maribor is an excellent destination for wine and food lovers. Culinary experiences await in top-quality restaurants, traditional inns, and trendy bistros, while numerous wine bars and shops offering local products add to the pleasure. Outstanding culinary and wine stories take center stage at city events such as the Velvet Dinner, the Oldest Vine Festival, Slovenia’s largest St. Martin’s Day celebration, and many others.

For the perfect balance of urban and natural enjoyment, take just a few steps from the city center to reach the surrounding wine hills with picturesque views, or hop on a city bus or bicycle to the foothills of Pohorje, where countless opportunities for recreation, wellness, and other experiences await amid majestic forests.

The best European culinary destination 2023

Maribor among the Top 3 Best European Destinations of 2023!

In the competition for the Best European Destination of 2023, Maribor achieved an outstanding 3rd place and was awarded the title of Best European Culinary Destination.

World's Oldest Grapevine

The 450-year-old grapevine growing in the oldest part of Maribor is the city's most iconic tourist attraction.

Recognized as the oldest grapevine in the world, it has been listed in the Guinness Book of World Records since 2004.

Občina Maribor

Festival Lent

For more than a quarter of a century, a genre-rich yet harmonious range of events has been taking place here at the start of summer, where everyone can find something for themselves. Operas and ballets, theatre and dance performances, jazz concerts, classical music concerts, world music, singer-songwriter concerts, chanson and ethno music concerts, folk evenings, street theatre performances, summer cinema, sports activities, and events and activities for children.

Maribor Municipality

St. Martin’s Festival

Martinovanje in Maribor is the largest public St. Martin’s Day celebration in Slovenia, attracting a large number of visitors from both Slovenia and abroad to the Styrian capital. This year, the event has been enriched, expanded, and extended to four full days!

The central festivities, featuring the grand “Martin’s Party”, the traditional blessing of the must, and stalls offering young wine and local culinary delights, will take place at Leon Štukelj Square. Meanwhile, a rich wine and culinary program with live music will also be available on Koroška Street, where the celebration will begin even earlier.

Maribor

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Local Ski Resort

Maribor Pohorje together with Areh is considered the largest winter resort in Slovenia. The gondola is accessible by city bus. In winter it impresses with perfect winter fairy tale scenery and soft white slopes, while in summer it offers more than 240 km of cycling routes, a dense network of hiking trails, active experiences and relaxation for well-being and an adrenaline enthusiast's paradise.

Piramida

Climbing the 386-meter-high city hill from the City Park, planted with vineyards, will reward you with an exceptional view of Maribor and the wider surroundings with Pohorje and the Drava Plain.