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Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina)
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The rolling hills of Goriška Brda — Slovenia's answer to Tuscany — host this beloved dual celebration of cherries and wine each June. Local rebula (ribolla gialla), malvazija, and merlot flow freely alongside fresh cherries, cherry liqueurs, and regional delicacies. The festival takes place in the hilltop village of Šmartno with panoramic views across the vineyards to Italy.
~10,000 visitors
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)
June
Free
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Where it is
Šmartno (Goriška Brda), Slovenia
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When is Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina) held?
Second weekend of June
Where does Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina) take place?
Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina) is held in Šmartno (Goriška Brda), Slovenia.
How much does it cost to attend Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina)?
Free entry.
How many people attend Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina)?
Approximately ~10,000 visitors attend each edition.
What's the nearest airport to Goriška Brda Cherry & Wine Festival (Praznik Češenj in Vina)?
The nearest airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU).
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