Martinje in Kutjevo attracted nearly 2,000 hikers and wine lovers from Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Slovenia and Hungary this year. The event was held at the Graševina Square and the slopes of Krndija, with the programme commencing with a hikers' breakfast at the Graševina Square.
Participants then conquered trails through the vineyards and the slopes of Krndija, enjoying the nature and wine flavours. The start of the hike was marked by a cannon shot from the Požega City Guard, while members of the Zagreb ZET Orchestra provided the musical backdrop during the hikers' send-off. Among those present were Nada Razumović, president of the HPD 'Vidim' (Croatian Hiking Association 'Vidim'), Josip Budimir, mayor of Kutjevo, and Marija Elena Nikolić, president of the Kutjevo City Council.
The must baptism ceremony was led by wine bishop Boris Benčić, while the godfather of Martinje was Mira Mutter, a hiker from Osijek. During the day, a Martinje fair was held where visitors could taste top drops from renowned Kutjevo winemakers, and also enjoyed hikers' beans and other traditional dishes.
The event was given additional charm by carriage rides through Kutjevo, while the tambura ensembles TS Astal and TS Posegana entertained the crowd. Many participants announced their return to Martinje next year, confirming the success of this year's event.
