Visit Europe Guides - September 2025 Must-see wine regions of Europe

Pick, stomp, and taste your way through Europe’s ancient vineyards and innovative wineries. Yes, you can taste wines year round — but the grape harvest season offers even more. First, update your wine geography: changing weather patterns support vibrant viticulture in countries you might not expect. Next, consider the exhilaration and slow beauty of cycling or rambling through wine country. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and take off your shoes, help pick the grapes or stomp the juice out of them with your own two feet! There’s much to learn about traditional and innovative methods of producing wines, and festive fall gatherings to enjoy. Harvest time offers amazing opportunities to engage with local communities, support responsible tourism, and celebrate Europe’s rich winemaking heritage. Start planning for a wonderful time!