The Trzebnica Wine Trail is one of the newest and most promising wine tourism initiatives in Poland, combining a winemaking tradition dating back to the Middle Ages with modern approaches to promoting oenotourism. The trail offers a unique blend of history, nature, and winemaking craftsmanship across the picturesque Trzebnica Hills.
Main goals of the trail include:
- Educational initiatives promoting local wines and highlighting their historical and geographical context;
- Developing wine tourism and encouraging visits to this part of Lower Silesia;
- Showcasing the common qualities of regional products.
Location and Natural Conditions
The Trzebnica Hills stretch for approximately 60 km north of Wrocław and are considered one of the best areas in Poland for vine cultivation. The region is characterized by:
- A long vegetation period (over 200 days per year);
- Ideal temperature fluctuations and gentle slopes;
- Loess soils particularly suited for viticulture;
- Excellent air circulation, which protects the vines from fungal diseases;
- The influence of Atlantic air masses – similar to the renowned Bordeaux region;
List of Wineries on the Trail
The Trzebnica Wine Trail currently includes ten wineries, with the organizers emphasizing openness to new participants:
- Winnica Jadwiga,
- Winnica Jaworek,
- Winnica L'Opera;
- Winnica Malicki;
- Winnica Materia;
- Winnica Michlewicz;
- Winnica Moderna;
- Winnica Panawina;
- Winnica Spokojna;
- Winnica Trzebnicka.
You can find the exact locations of all Trzebnica Wine Trail wineries on this specially prepared Google My Maps:
An alternative version of the Trzebnica Wine Trail map on Google Maps is available here.
Oenotourism Offer
Cycling Routes
The trail offers four diverse recreational cycling routes designed primarily for cyclists but also accessible to other types of travelers:
Route A: Trzebnica – Wrocław
- Length: 25.2 km;
- Estimated time: 1 hour 14 minutes;
- Route: via Węgrzynów, Mienia, Piotrkowiczki;
Route B: Trzebnica – Brochocin Trzebnicki
- Length: 25.5 km;
- Estimated time: 1 hour 26 minutes;
- Route: via Cielętniki, Głuchów Dolny;
Route C: Siedlec – Trzebnica
- Length: 20.5 km;
- Estimated time: 1 hour 11 minutes;
- Route: via Boleścin, Krakowiany;
Route D: The Longest Route
- Length: 64.2 km;
- Estimated time: 3 hours 26 minutes;
- Route: from Wrocław through all main wineries and back to Wrocław;
Tastings and Winery Tours
The wineries offer a wide range of wine tourism services:
- Guided tastings with winery owners;
- Winery tours and storytelling about the production process;
- Winemaking workshops and wine education activities;
- Private events and banquets;
- Accommodation options;
- Local snacks – cheese, cured meats, and other regional products.
Wineries from the Trzebnica Wine Trail have received numerous awards in both Polish and international wine competitions:
- Winnica Jaworek - 68 awards
- Winnica Jadwiga - 50 awards
- Winnica L'Opera - 20 awards
- Winnica Spokojna - 9 awards
- Winnica Michlewicz - 5 awards
- Winnica Trzebnicka - 1 award
Events and Festivals
The trail hosts regular promotional events:
- Trzebnica Wine & Local Product Festival (June);
- Promotional events in major Polish cities (Kraków, Warsaw, Wrocław);
- Seasonal concerts and picnics in the vineyards;
Connection with the Lower Silesian Wine and Beer Trail
The Trzebnica Wine Trail is part of the broader Lower Silesian Wine and Beer Trail, which:
- Connects wineries with craft breweries and cider houses;
- Promotes the winemaking and brewing traditions of the region;
- Includes family-run wineries producing wines with unique character;
- Offers workshops, cellar tours, and tastings.
Winemaking in Lower Silesia dates back to the 12th century, with the first documented reference to a vineyard in Trzebnica appearing in 1206. The region is one of the warmest in Poland and enjoys the country’s longest vegetation period.
History of Winemaking in the Region
Medieval Beginnings
The winemaking tradition of the Trzebnica Hills dates back to the 13th century, when Cistercian monks began cultivating vines in the area. The first records of vineyards at the Trzebnica convent appear in the early 1200s.
Duke Henry the Bearded founded the Cistercian nunnery in Trzebnica on June 28, 1202. Duchess Hedwig – later Saint Hedwig of Silesia – played a major role in this foundation. A material legacy of the region’s former winemaking glory is “Winna Góra” (Wine Hill) in Trzebnica, once covered in vines supplying wine to the ducal court.
Modern Revival
After centuries of decline, winemaking in the Trzebnica Hills saw a revival starting in the early 2000s, with several new wineries established in 2014–2015. Today, the region is home to dozens of vineyards, known for:
- White wines with elegant acidity and mineral character;
- Red wines with intense fruit-forward profiles;
Development Prospects
Winemakers from the Trzebnica Wine Trail are working toward a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) designation, underscoring their commitment to formalizing the region’s winemaking identity. The project is defined by:
- Gradual, sustainable growth avoiding earlier mistakes;
- Openness to new participants – more wineries are expected to join;
- Active promotion on social media and in urban presentations;
- Integration with the local tourism offer (lavender fields, juice producers, alpaca farms).
More about the Trzebnica Wine Trail
- Official website of the Trzebnica Wine Trail;
- Facebook page of the Trail;
- Instagram profile of the Trail;
We also invite you to read our separate article on vineyards near Wrocław, including those not affiliated with the Trzebnica Wine Trail.
