Food and wine tourism
ZAGREB COUNTY
The food and wine routes of
the green ring
The love story of wine and cheese is as old as time, and wine enthusiasts and cheese lovers can have this superb food and wine experience on the wine and cheese roads in the Zagreb County. Text: Petra Škofić ◆ Photos: Zagreb County Tourist Board, Jastrebarsko Tourist Board, Samobor Tourist Board, PHOTOnet.hr, The "Sirek" Association of Small Zagreb County Cheese makers
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any priceless traditions and customs are hidden amongst the hills and valleys of the Zagreb County, the green ring that surrounds the Croatian capital and
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© Marko Vrdoljak / Zagreb County Tourist Board
tells an interesting story about the authentic Croatian way of life. The wine and cheese roads are one of those stories that speak of long tradition, hardworking hands of the hosts, and
© Marko Vrdoljak / Zagreb County Tourist Board
© Mario Hlača / Zagreb County Tourist Board
Tame hills covered in fruitful grapevines are one of the features of the Zagreb County; A preserved grape press.