Meissen grape vines: giving up care – a legacy in danger!

Meissen grape vines: giving up care – a legacy in danger!

In the picturesque old town of Meißen, around 50 small vines bloomed over the summer months, stretching from the charming alleys to the tourist information center. This initiative, which was launched by the local tourism association in 1999, aimed to make local viticulture visible and to offer guests the “Meißner Stadtwein”. But this year those responsible had to make an unpleasant realization: the grapes were harvested without the required official test number and thus ended up in the compost. A misunderstanding surrounding the “Raschke vine”, a gift for the outgoing mayor, ultimately led to the tourism association giving up caring for the city vines altogether saechsische.de reported.

The questionable decision-making of those involved shows how this dilemma could arise. Back then, more than two decades ago, planting the vines was a bold step to bring the city to the fore as a wine-growing location. Many had high expectations that the vines would develop into a real location factor. But now the future of these small vineyard plots is up in the air.

Wine festival and culinary highlights

While the city has its vines to nibble on, gourmets are still enjoying other culinary highlights. The annual wine festival will soon take place in Meißen, which attracts numerous visitors. It offers a great opportunity to taste the regional wines and fully enjoy the atmosphere of the city. Whether with a sociable glass of wine or tasting unique specialties, there is something for every palate here. According to americanexpress.com, the organizers are expecting numerous guests who will have fun in the beautiful setting of the wine festival.

The anticipation for the festival is great. Visitors can not only taste delicious wines, but also enjoy local delicacies. The combination of good wine and traditional cuisine makes this event a highlight in the city's annual calendar.

An airline's misstep

However, not everything is going well in the world of travel. A recent, talking-point incident occurred with influencer Lucas Amadeu, who was forced off a Latam Airlines flight to Brazil on November 2, 2025 after his booking was canceled without notice. While he was still on the plane, he was informed that his reservation had been canceled due to unexplained changes. According to a report on otempo.com.br, this incident ruffled the feathers of social media users who criticized the airline for its decidedly failed service.

Although the situation ultimately cleared up for Amadeu and he was able to book a new flight, the case remains a memorable example of the challenges travelers often face today. Perhaps such stories will also encourage guests to learn more about local treasures, such as the Meissen city wine. After all, you can never collect too many stories about the joys of life - be it over a glass of wine or while traveling.