Eger

Eger, Hungary

Thousand years history, barokk environment, tasty wines, hospitality and colourful programs waiting for you in Eger. A city full of legends 130km far from Budapest.

Population:

50 000

Currency:

Forint (HUF)

Emergency Numbers:

Central help number: 112

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Visit Eger

Eger was founded in 1004 A. C. and became one of the main centers of Christianity in Hungary.

Situated on the banks of the Eger stream, embraced by enchanting hills Eger has a peaceful, harmonious and moving atmosphere, a perfect getaway for quality relaxation.

Eger is one of Hungary’s most famous towns with its glorious historic heritage, noteworthy monuments, excellent wines and natural healing water springs.

Do & See

People say Eger is "a small jewelery box".

The castle of Eger is a national memorial site and a half-day program itself, but there are other museums, churches, Turkish memorial constructions that are waiting for you.

Top Events

As the bad weather passes the festival season starts in Eger as well! During the year there are plenty of cultural, gastronomical, and musical festivals: Spring Festival, Egri Csillag (Star of Eger) Weekend, Palinka festival, Beer festival, Street musician festival and the one that cannot be missed: Egri Bikavér (Bull's Blood) Wine Celebration, every year the same time. Choose one or more festivals to your liking!

Dining

As Hungary’s 19th largest city, Eger is remarkably well served with restaurants, bistros and cafes to suit every mood and pocket. Since it’s warm enough to sit outside for almost half the year, the city becomes a spectacular dining room. The size of the town means it’s easy to navigate, even on foot, if the wine tastings are too many and too delicious to deny yourself.

It's fantastic produce, well-established vineyards, architecture, historical and cultural substance and variety of good quality and value for money restaurants all combine to make Eger an eater’s and drinker’s delight.