Eger
A Baroque town with a castle and wine cellars in the Valley of Beautiful Women.
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2 days in Eger
Day 1
- MorningWalk up to Eger Castle, famous for holding off the Ottomans in 1552.
- AfternoonClimb the minaret, the northernmost Ottoman one in Europe, and see the Basilica.
- EveningTaste wine in the cellars of the Valley of Beautiful Women.
Day 2
Soak in the Turkish Bath, or visit the bare-rock Bükk National Park.
What to eat
Egri Bikavér, 'Bull's Blood' red wine.
Local tips
Make the most of Eger
Beat the crowds
Calm most of the year, busier at weekends.
Best photo spot
The town from the castle walls, with the minaret and the Baroque churches.
Getting there
Trains from Budapest take about 2 hours.
Don't miss nearby
The Valley of Beautiful Women with its wine cellars, and the Bükk hills.
Good to know
Try Egri Bikavér, 'Bull's Blood' red wine, in the cellars. The town also has thermal baths.
Plan your visit
Getting to Eger
Getting there
- Budapest Airport (BUD)100 km away
- Budapest110 km away
Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.
Weather this week
Best time to visit: All year
At a glance
Questions
Eger: good to know
Is Eger worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A Baroque town with a castle and wine cellars in the Valley of Beautiful Women.
How many days do you need in Eger?
Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.
When is the best time to visit Eger?
You can visit all year. Calm most of the year, busier at weekends.
How do you get to Eger?
The nearest airport is Budapest Airport (BUD), about 100 km away. Trains from Budapest take about 2 hours.
What is there to see near Eger?
Nearby hidden places include Szentendre (101 km), Danube Bend (Visegrád) (105 km) and Budapest (110 km).