Numerous international awards highlight Maribor’s rich cultural heritage, culinary scene, and natural beauty, attracting visitors from all over the world. Maribor is a city where art and culture intertwine with everyday life. In addition to numerous museums and galleries, the city also hosts various festivals and events throughout the year. It is known for its rich culinary scene and top-quality wines. Visitors can enjoy local wine tastings in numerous wine cellars and taste traditional Styrian dishes in renowned city restaurants. Maribor combines historical heritage, cultural diversity, and natural beauty, making it an attractive destination for visitors of all ages.
In recent years, Maribor has received several prestigious awards from European Best Destinations (EBD).
1st Place, 2025
Maribor entered the new year with a new title that the destination Maribor, in cooperation with the global platform European Best Destinations (EBD), will hold throughout 2025: Best Green Capital in Europe.
Copenhagen and Riga took second and third place on the list of ten European cities that offer a unique combination of natural assets, green spaces, well-being, and a rich cultural scene.
1st Place, 2023
In 2023, Maribor received the title of Best European Culinary Destination from European Best Destinations.
With this achievement, it surpassed tourist icons such as Vienna, London, Copenhagen, and Prague, as well as culinary capitals like Rome, Porto, and Paris. Maribor and its surroundings boast top chefs who have also been featured in renowned culinary guides such as Michelin and Gault & Millau.
3rd Place, 2023
The global platform European Best Destinations ranked Maribor high on the list of the best European destinations in 2023!
The city of the oldest vine in the world is nestled among the green forests of Pohorje and sunny wine-growing hills. Experience superb culture, excellent wine and cuisine, and unforgettable family holidays!
Maribor offers all this and more.
1st Place, 2024
In 2024, Maribor was chosen by the European Best Destinations portal as the best European destination for an autumn visit. The city is recognized for its rich wine-growing tradition, the picturesque nature of Pohorje, and numerous cultural and sports events.
In autumn, it particularly stands out due to the harvest of the oldest vine in the world and the celebration of Martinovanje (St. Martin’s Day), the largest event of its kind in Slovenia.
2nd Place, 2024
The global platform European Best Destinations ranked Maribor high on the list of the best sustainable European Christmas markets for 2024.
Decorated Christmas trees and other decorations, mostly made from eco-friendly materials, illuminate the streets, while so-called “living trees,” planted in special pots, line the paths and bring lasting greenery to the festive atmosphere.
Maribor is the cultural, tourist, business, and economic center of the region, which is constantly developing. In recent years, it has undergone numerous changes that have shaped its urban image and raised the quality of life for its residents. The city is focused on sustainable development, infrastructure improvement, and promoting cultural and educational activities. Furthermore, projects have been carried out in areas such as sewerage, the development of green spaces, and traffic management in the city center, contributing to the city’s greater orderliness and aesthetic appeal. We have increased the quality of the road infrastructure, improved cycling paths, and expanded pedestrian areas, which is crucial for the greater safety and comfort of all users.
However, ensuring that all those who create and live in the city feel good is one of our main priorities.
Recently, we have redeveloped numerous squares and streets, and invested significant funds in the renovation of public spaces. Creating an investor-friendly environment is our long-term commitment. Further renovations are planned for the next few years.
The narrower area of the Main Square and Koroška cesta was landscaped with the aim of improving the streets in the Old Town to make the area a high-quality and modern public space. The construction of appropriate infrastructure is aimed at changing travel habits,
sustainable mobility, the attractiveness of the city centre and improving air quality.
The purpose of the new footbridge between Lent and Tabor is to reconnect parts of the city centre along the River Drava and to improve the public open space in urban areas.
The promenade along the river Drava under the medieval walls of Maribor is uniformly paved and gradually descends to the river with a staircase for sitting by the river. The landscaping complements the landscaped and restored promenade and opens up views of historic buildings and the World’s Oldest Vine.
The main purpose of the revitalisation and renovation of Vojašniški Square and the associated buildings is to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Maribor, to preserve the old building structures and restore their historical significance in a renovated form, to increase the spatial capacity for cultural activities and to enrich the western part of the Old Town with programmes. The Court Tower was also restored, as well as the museum of the oldest vine in the world.
The renovated promenade in the City Park included public infrastructure to improve the urban environment and revitalise the city. It improved the accessibility of the park for all social groups, and enabled sports and other activities to take place.
Cycling and pedestrian areas were created along the River Drava as part of the continued improvement of sustainable mobility for residents and visitors to Maribor. The cycling route along the River Drava passes through 4 countries (Italy, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia) and is approximately 510 km long in total.
RRA Podravje
Pobreška cesta 20
2000 Maribor
