It is a great moment to turn to another type of indulgence after our summer vacations and heat. Perfect for vine lovers, September brings festivals dedicated to grape harvest when one can taste types one has even never heard of.

Days of the Harvest in Vršac also known as Grožđebal (GrapeBall) which welcomes several thousands of visitors, represents an end to the season of hard work. As an economic branch that is the oldest in town and has brought the Tourist Flour award in 2023, wine growing attracts more tourists every year.

Head to Smederevo where the grape is celebrated with a medieval knights’ defile. The town that hosted its first exhibit of wine and grapes in 1888 at the local pier will welcome you with a solemn atmosphere and a going back through time.

You won't be wrong if choosing to visit Sremski Karlovci with around 20 of its wineries. The festival of the town famous for being on the Fruška Gora Wine Route will also offer guided degustations, a great opportunity to learn what to look for in a first sip of wine.

Grape harvest in September is also to be found in Negotin and Aleksandrovac. Make sure to visit old Pimnice and find out what they are used for. As always during Župa Harvest, the wine will pour out of the town's fountain - a site not to be missed.