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Things to see in Gyöngyös (Hungary): 31 places and when to go
Gyöngyös is a town in Hungary, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (10), Nature (6), Mountains (6). The best known are Kékes, Galya-tető and Tót-hegyes. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 13. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Hungary · 47.7828, 19.9162
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (10) · Nature (6) · Mountains (6) · With kids (5) · Temples (3) · History (3)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- BUD Budapest, 63 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Kékes, at 1,014 m.
What to see in Gyöngyös
The places in and around Gyöngyös, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- KékesMountain in Hungary12 km
- Galya-tetőMountain in Hungary15 km
- Tót-hegyesSummit12 km
- Csór-hegyMountain in Hungary13 km
- Hidas-bérc2nd highest peak of Hungary11 km
- Saint Bartholomew Church, Gyöngyös, HungaryChurch in Gyöngyös, Hungary764 m
- Calvary Chapel and Church, GyöngyösChurch639 m
- Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in GyöngyöspataChurch10 km
- BenevárRuins7.7 km
- Swimming pool and SpaWith kids980 m
- Kozmáry-kilátóTower6.2 km
- Mátra MúzeumMuseum in Gyöngyös, Hungary1.2 km
- ÁllatparkWith kids · Wildlife15 km
- Borhy-kastélyHistory7.8 km
- Dubicz Borászat & SzőlőbirtokWinery1.1 km
- Gyöngyösi állatkertWith kids · Wildlife975 m
- Haller pinceWinery5.0 km
- Kékestető SícentrumSki resort12 km
- Mária-út, M01-25 (Ecséd – Abasár)Hiking3.1 km
- Mária-út, M01-26 (Abasár – Kisnána)Hiking12 km
- Mária-út, M10-11 (Fallóskút – Abasár)Hiking8.2 km
- Mária-út, M56Hiking5.2 km
- Mátrai BivalyrezervátumWith kids · Wildlife16 km
- Oxygen Adrenalin ParkWith kids8.1 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
When to go to Gyöngyös
The best time to visit Gyöngyös is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:37
- FebPossible9:59
- MarPossible11:35
- AprBest time13:24
- MayBest time14:56
- JunBest time15:47
- JulBest time15:26
- AugBest time14:05
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:34
- NovPossible9:00
- DecBest time8:13
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 13. In April, 30 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to Hungary in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Gyöngyös
The nearest main airport is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD, Budapest), 63 km as the crow flies. How to get around Hungary (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Hatvan9 places22 km
- Jászapáti8 places33 km
- Hollókő15 places35 km
- Salgótarján35 places36 km
- Eger64 places37 km
- Galgamácsa18 places41 km
And all of Hungary, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gyöngyös?
The best known: Kékes, Galya-tető, Tót-hegyes, Csór-hegy, Hidas-bérc. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gyöngyös?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 13.
How do you get to Gyöngyös?
The nearest main airport is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), 63 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gyöngyös as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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