In the forests of Bakony, Hungary
Bakony is the largest and westernmost member of the Transdanubian Central Mountains. It is no coincidence that Jóska Sobri and the famous outlaws of Bakony settled in these once untouched beech forests, where shelter was provided by the many caves and hollows, the raw material by the trees and stones, the rich flora and fauna for food, and the springs provided fresh water.
Visiting the natural and architectural attractions of Bakony, but also listing them, takes a long time, so it is worth returning several times and exploring the sights and forests either on foot or by bicycle.
When visiting the tried-and-tested northern part of the mountain range, it is worth conquering the summit of Mount Kőris, but also the wild and romantic gorge of the Cuha stream, Lake Hubertlaki, known as the Hungarian Gyilkos lake, and the 700-year-old Csesznek Castle, where the braver can also climb the via ferrata. In the western part, the castle of Szarvaskő on Döbrönt, as well as the solitary witness hill, Somló, famous for its grape and wine production, serve as attractions.
Closely connected to the Balaton highlands, perhaps the biggest attraction of Southern Bakony is Veszprém, built on seven hills and also referred to as the city of queens, which is worth visiting not only for its active tourism opportunities, but also for its architectural monuments, vibrant cultural life all year round, and its zoo.
When visiting the eastern part of the Bakony, the tourist routes of the Gaja Gorge, the waterfall of the Roman Baths and the outlaw caves can be the primary destinations. But it is also home to Hungary's highest town, Zirc, as well as Várpalota, the always windy Tési plateau, the lesser-known Iszkaszentgyörgy and the Bakony's only ski slope, Eplény.
