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Guide · Hungary

Eger, Hollókő and the Northern Uplands

A well-balanced route through UNESCO village heritage, fortress history, spa culture and volcanic uplands.

5 days8 stopsModerate pace

The trip, in order

Follow the route day by day. Times and prices can change, so check official information before you travel.

Day 1

Village heritage

Hollókő

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    Hollókő Old Village

    Traditional Palóc village with preserved vernacular houses beneath a hilltop castle. Hollókő is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised for preserving a living village pattern and building tradition.

    Duration
    90 minutes suggested
    Price
    Check current operator pricing
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Opening times can vary by season, public holidays and special events. Check the official visitor page before travel.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
Day 2

Highland viewpoints

Mátra area

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    Kékes and the Mátra Mountains

    Hungary's highest mountain area with forest roads, lookouts and cooler summer air. The Mátra range forms the country's best-known highland escape, crowned by Kékes at 1,014 metres.

    Duration
    180 minutes suggested
    Price
    Usually free or low-cost, though parking or special services may charge
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Outdoor access is usually broad, but visitor centres, cave tours, lifts, boat trips or service points may follow seasonal schedules. Recheck conditions before setting out.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
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    Salgó Castle

    Ruined castle high on a volcanic hill near the Slovak border. Its dramatic setting and surviving walls make it a rewarding short hike in the Medves landscape.

    Duration
    120 minutes suggested
    Price
    Admission normally charged for the main visit
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Outdoor access is usually broad, but visitor centres, cave tours, lifts, boat trips or service points may follow seasonal schedules. Recheck conditions before setting out.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
Day 3

Castle and old town

Eger

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    Castle of Eger

    Historic hilltop fortress closely tied to Hungary's defence against the Ottomans. The 1552 siege became a national legend and the castle remains one of Hungary's key patriotic sites.

    Duration
    120 minutes suggested
    Price
    Admission normally charged for the main visit
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Opening times can vary by season, public holidays and special events. Check the official visitor page before travel.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
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    Eger Historic Centre

    Compact baroque centre with church towers, squares and a laid-back spa-town feel. Eger's urban fabric reflects rebuilding after Ottoman rule and the rise of the bishopric and wine trade.

    Duration
    90 minutes suggested
    Price
    Entry may be free for worship, with charges for towers, museums or special areas
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Opening times can vary by season, public holidays and special events. Check the official visitor page before travel.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
Day 4

Spa and surrounding fortress

Eger

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    Egerszalók Salt Hill and Spa

    Thermal terraces and spa facilities created by mineral water flowing over a white hillside. The striking mineral formation became one of Hungary's most unusual geothermal visitor sights.

    Duration
    180 minutes suggested
    Price
    Admission charged
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Baths and spa facilities normally open daily, but pools, treatments and wellness areas can use different schedules. Check the current operator timetable.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
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    Sirok Castle

    Clifftop castle ruin overlooking the foothills east of Eger. Its medieval and later frontier role survives in dramatic rock-cut remains and broad views.

    Duration
    120 minutes suggested
    Price
    Admission normally charged for the main visit
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Outdoor access is usually broad, but visitor centres, cave tours, lifts, boat trips or service points may follow seasonal schedules. Recheck conditions before setting out.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information
Day 5

Fossils and drive out

Ipolytarnóc area

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    Ipolytarnóc Fossils Nature Reserve

    Remarkable fossil and prehistoric footprint site with visitor trails and interpretation. Volcanic events preserved ancient tracks and flora, giving the reserve exceptional geological significance.

    Duration
    180 minutes suggested
    Price
    Admission normally charged for the main visit
    Start time
    Choose a start time that suits your day.
    Outdoor access is usually broad, but visitor centres, cave tours, lifts, boat trips or service points may follow seasonal schedules. Recheck conditions before setting out.Opening hours not verified — check before visiting.Website / visitor information