The Oplenac Grape Harvest 2013

In the heart of Šumadija lies Topola at the foothill of Oplenac, the home of the famous manifestation “The Oplenac Grape Harvest” organized each October in honor of grape, wine, vineyards and diligent winemakers, that this year is being organized for the 50th time from October 10th till October 13th.

Since 1958 the Oplenac Grape Harvest has been organized traditionally each year in the central streets of Topola, soon to be accompanied by the manifestation Sabor of Serbian folk art that this year is celebrating the 40th anniversary.

During three days these significant manifestations will occupy the center of Topola, from the Wine Square, Wine Street all the way to Karadjordje’s town at Oplenac, while numerous visitors will enjoy the famous Šumadija hospitality, savory specialties of traditional cuisine and grape and wine tasting.

The Oplenac Grape Harvest is followed by numerous side manifestations such as the competition in wine and rakija tasting, agricultural, fruit and vegetable exhibitions, as well as different cultural and art manifestations aiming to preserve rich cultural tradition and local customs.

Surely the most significant is Sabor of Serbian folk art that has been organized every year since 1972 at the same time as the Oplenac Harvest. The Exhibition of traditional arts and crafts is not to be missed, and if you’re looking for a great atmosphere you’ll surely find it at the International festival “The First Accordion of Serbia“.

And after a great feast and a glass of “Royal wine” discover the rich history of this region.

The full program opf the Oplenac Grape Harvest cen be find HERE.

Photo: oplenackaberba.com