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Sunset behind the Castle

Grab a drink before the sun dips behind the 13th-century fortress.

Best time: 15:40 on 07 Dec to 04 JanAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 14:40

    Castrum Boldua

    Sit at the medieval restaurant for a pre-sunset drink or snack. The reservation is required so book ahead.

  2. 15:23

    Varkoly kilátó (Tóhegy) 344 m

    Walk 17 minutes NE to Varkoly kilátó (Tóhegy) 344 m. This is your viewing spot. The sun sets directly behind Castle of Boldogkő from here.

  3. 15:40

    Castle of Boldogkő

    Watch the sunset. The moment happens when the sun aligns with the castle from the viewpoint.

  4. 16:25

    Tekerjes Inn

    End the evening with a traditional dinner at Tekerjes Inn. It is a 15-minute walk from the landmark area.

Local tip

The castle exhibition is open Sat Sun 09:00–19:00 from Apr to Oct. Castrum Boldua requires a reservation.

Check before you go

  • Castrum Boldua is open Sa,Su 12:00-20:00.
  • Tekerjes Inn is open Tu-Su 12:00-19:00.
  • Castle of Boldogkő is open Apr–Oct: Sat Sun 09:00–19:00.

Worth knowing

  • Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
  • Castrum Boldua is open at 14:40 only on Sa, Su
  • Tekerjes Inn is open at 16:25 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Gönc (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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