Hello Hikers! 🌲👋
We decided to start the new hiking season with an unforgettable scenic autumn forest hike that encompasses the greatest attractions of Central Hungary: the stunning landscape of the Danube-bend, the yellowing beech and oak forests of the Visegrád mountain range, the world-famous castle ruins of Visegrád and the romantic Serbian old town of Szentendre!🏘️
The high castle of Visegrád is an 800-year-old fortification looking over the Danube from the top of a staggering 330 meters tall hill. Besides its breathtaking view, it is also famous as the venue for the meeting of 1335 between the Czech, Polish, and Hungarian kings, marking the beginning of the Central European Visegrád cooperation that has been in effect ever since.🤴👑
Szentendre is a 30,000-strong small town at the southeastern slopes of the Visegrád mountain range, well known for its picturesque downtown and Serbian heritage. Due to the city’s proximity to the Danube, it was a popular destination for South Slavic refugees during the Middle Ages, who brought their culture and architectural style with them, creating the romantic downtown with its narrow cobbled streets and baroque buildings.
🥾 The length of the hike: 24 km, 600 meters ascend and descend ⛰️
⏱️ Duration of the hike: approx. 7 hours
💪 Difficulty: This hike is doable for everyone, but don’t forget to bring your proper trekking shoes! 🥾
💸 Costs:
🎟 Student: 6000 huf
🎟 Regular: 7000 huf
The train rides 🚆, ferry 🛥️, and the castle entrance 🏰 are all included in the ticket price, while dinner in Szentendre is optional! 🍽️
⏱️ Schedule:
7h50 – Meeting at Nyugati railway station 🚉, at platform number 5 (address: Nyugati tér). The platform of our departure might change in the morning of the journey! We’ll keep you posted! 📲
Nyugati Railway Station:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/dEeaYCgbzHBwoRHP8
8h50 – Arriving at Nagymaros-Visegrád railway station and stepping on the ferry boat right away 🚢
10h – Ascending to the castle of Visegrád 🏰
11h – Leaving the castle and plunging into the dense forests 🌳🍂
Hike-time 🚶♂️🍂
17h30 – Reaching Szentendre 🏘️ and discovering its Danube riverside 🌊 and historic downtown – Dinner options available! 🍽️
19h30 – Taking the HÉV train 🚆 from Szentendre to Budapest (arriving at Batthány tér metro station)
Some pro arguments to definitely join this hike:
– Visit one of the most scenic castle ruins of Europe 🏰
– Discover the unique romantic old streets of Szentendre 🏘️💛
– Have a refreshing walk in the mesmerizing autumn forests 🍂🌳
– Ferry boat ride across the Danube 🛥️
Last but not least, you can spend your day with lovely international people! 🌍💬
Feel free to invite your friends, the more the merrier! 👫👬👭
Looking forward to hiking with you,
The Budapest Hikers and BAIS team 💚🌍
Easy: < 10 km
Moderate: 10-20 km
Difficult: > 20 km
