Stara trta, the Old Vine, has been growing on the south façade of a one-story house for around 440 years. In 2004, it was entered into the Guinness Book of …

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Frankenziege

August 26, 2020

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The Stara trta (Slov. Old Vine) is said to be over 400 years old and is said to be the oldest vine in the world that sprouts and grapes every year. The Žametovka vine grows in the Lent district of Maribor on the left bank of the Drava.

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September 23, 2025

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In the Old Town, on Lent Square, in front of the Oldest Vine, you'll find the more than 450-year-old Žametovka, or Blauer Kölner, grape variety. It's even listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest vine in the world that still bears fine fruit.

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1. Franciscan Church, Maribor – Ruška Mountain Hut loop from Maribor

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2. Gaj above Maribor – Beautiful view loop from Maribor Tezno

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3. Franciscan Church, Maribor – Judicial Tower loop from Maribor Tabor

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Location: Maribor, Podravska, Slovenia

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1. Franciscan Church, Maribor – Ruška Mountain Hut loop from Maribor

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3. Franciscan Church, Maribor – Judicial Tower loop from Maribor Tabor

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