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Avas Afternoon: Church, View, and Beer

A quiet walk up the hill to see the city’s oldest church, a 360-degree view from the tower, and a local brew before the evening rush.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 14:00

    Régiposta Kisvendéglő

    Grab a late lunch at Régiposta Kisvendéglő. It is a short walk from the church and serves traditional food. Check that they are still open for service before you go.

  2. 14:45

    Protestant Church of Avas

    Walk up to the Protestant Church of Avas. This 13th-century Gothic church is the oldest building in the city. Listen for the Westminster Chimes variation ringing from the belfry every 15 minutes. The church is open until 17:00, so you have plenty of time to explore the interior and the surrounding cemetery.

  3. 15:15

    Avas Lookout Tower

    Head to the Avas Lookout Tower. It is a 72-metre tall TV tower built in 1966. Climb up for a panoramic view of Miskolc. It is a five-minute walk from the church.

  4. 15:45

    Rossita kisvendéglő

    End your walk at Rossita kisvendéglő. This Italian restaurant and pizzeria has a Mediterranean atmosphere. It is a seven-minute walk from the lookout tower and open until 22:00, making it a perfect spot to relax after your climb.

Local tip

The bells at the Protestant Church of Avas play a melody every 15 minutes. If you time your arrival right, you can hear the variation of the Westminster Chimes without waiting.

Check before you go

  • Régiposta Kisvendéglő closes at 19:00 on weekdays and 16:00 on Sundays. Ensure you arrive before closing time.
  • The Protestant Church of Avas is open Monday to Friday from 14:00 to 17:00.
  • Rossita kisvendéglő is open Monday to Friday from 11:00 to 22:00, and Saturday to Sunday from 12:00 to 22:00.

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

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