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World Wine Tourism Day 2026

EVENT INFO

Participating wineries will open their doors to the public, offering opportunities to meet local wine producers, learn about the winemaking process, explore production facilities and ageing cellars, and taste both newly released wines and older vintages.

Start Date: 8 November 2026End Date: 8 November 2026Start Time: 10:00 AMEnd Time: 5:00 PM
World Wine Tourism Day

EVENT INFO

Participating wineries will open their doors to the public, offering opportunities to meet local wine producers, learn about the winemaking process, explore production facilities and ageing cellars, and taste both newly released wines and older vintages.
Start Date: 8 November 2026
End Date: 8 November 2026
Start Time: 10:00

Discover the Wine Routes of Greece

On Sunday, 8 November 2026, wineries across Greece will celebrate World Wine Tourism Day and welcome visitors to discover the country’s rich winemaking heritage, explore picturesque vineyards, and sample exceptional Greek wines.

Participating wineries will open their doors to the public, offering opportunities to meet local wine producers, learn about the winemaking process, explore production facilities and ageing cellars, and taste both newly released wines and older vintages. Visitors can also discover wines from the latest harvest while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of Greece’s wine-producing regions.

What to Expect

World Wine Tourism Day offers a unique opportunity to experience Greek wine culture firsthand. Depending on the winery, activities may include:

  • Guided tours and wine tastings: Explore vineyards, production facilities and ageing cellars while discovering a selection of wines.
  • Food and wine pairings: Sample wines alongside local specialities and regional products.
  • Special events: Enjoy culinary workshops, music, art exhibitions and other activities organised by participating wineries.
  • Meet the producers: Learn about local grape varieties, winemaking traditions and the people behind Greece’s wines.

Admission is traditionally free at participating wineries, although individual activities, tastings or special events may have specific requirements. Opening hours and booking arrangements vary by winery; visitors should check the details in advance.

A Celebration of Wine Across Greece

The World Wine Tourism Day, first established in 2009 as European Wine Tourism Day, became international in 2019. It is held annually on the second Sunday of November and brings together wine producers and wine enthusiasts to celebrate the diversity of European and international wine culture.

In Greece, the event involves regional associations and networks of wine producers, including:

  • Wine Producers of Northern Greece
  • Wines and Spirits of Thessaly
  • Union of Wine Producers of Central Greece
  • Association of Vineyard Wine Producers of Attica
  • Union of Wine Producers of the Peloponnese Vineyard
  • Association of Vine Growers of the Aegean Islands
  • Wines of Crete

Plan Your Wine-Tasting Experience

With wine routes stretching from Northern Greece and Thessaly to Central Greece, the Peloponnese, Crete and the Aegean islands, visitors during World Wine Tourism Day can choose an itinerary that combines wine tasting with local gastronomy, cultural attractions and scenic landscapes.

Because the event attracts many visitors, we recommend planning ahead. Contact your chosen wineries to confirm their participation, opening hours, tasting options and whether reservations are required for guided tours.

Below is a regional guide to wineries and wine routes listed for the event. Please contact each winery or regional association to confirm its participation and arrangements for 8 November 2026.


Participating Wineries and Regional Contacts

1. Northern Greece

Wine Producers Association of Northern Greece

Telephone: +30 2310 281617
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.winemakersofnorthgreece.gr

Wine Route of the Gods of Olympus

  • Katsaros Estate

Wine Route of Epirus

Wine Route of the Lakes

Wine Route of Naoussa

Pella–Goumenissa Wine Route

Wine Route of Thessaloniki

Wine Route of Dionysus

2. Thessaly

Association of Wines and Spirits of Thessaly (EN.O.A.T.E.)

Telephone: +30 697 221 2150
Email: [email protected]

Karditsa Regional Unit

Larissa Regional Unit

  • Ktima OLOINOS (Elassona)
  • Dougos Winery (Itea, Tempi)
  • Tzanakoulis Winery (Messorrachi)

Trikala Regional Unit

3. Central Greece

Association of Wine Producers of the Central Greece Vineyard (EN.O.A.K.E.)

Telephone: +30 22330 80324 / +30 210 8075512
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.enoake.gr

Wineries listed for the region include:

4. Attica

Association of Vineyard Wine Producers of Attica (EN.O.A.A.)

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.enoaa.gr

Wineries listed for the region include:

5. The Peloponnese

Association of Wine Producers of the Peloponnese Vineyard (EN.O.A.A.P.)

Telephone: +30 697 911 6736
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.peloponnesewineroads.com

Contact the association for information about participating wineries, wine routes and activities across the Peloponnese.

6. The Aegean Islands

Association of Vine Growers of the Aegean Islands (EN.O.A.N.A.)

Telephone: +30 22420 69860
Email: [email protected]

Contact the association for information about participating wineries and local events across the Aegean islands.

7. Crete

Association of Wines of Crete

Telephone: +30 2816 007940
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.winesofcrete.gr

Heraklion Regional Unit

Rethymno Regional Unit

Chania Regional Unit

Lasithi Regional Unit


Celebrate Greek Wine

World Wine Tourism Day invites you to discover the stories, traditions, and flavours behind Greece’s wines. Whether you follow an established wine route or visit a family-run estate, the day offers a chance to meet passionate producers, explore distinctive wine regions, and enjoy the hospitality of Greek vineyards.

Mark Sunday, 8 November 2026, in your calendar and plan your visit. For the latest information about participating wineries, opening hours, tastings and special events, contact the relevant regional wine producers’ association or the winery directly.

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