Timeline
06:43
Walk up to the Sikló felső állomás romja. This abandoned stone quarry sits at the top of the Remete-völgy. Arrive early to find a quiet spot and orient yourself toward the WSW, where the sun will soon appear.
07:28
Watch the sunrise. The sun rises in the WSW direction on this date. The golden light begins to spill over the Danube Bend shortly after, illuminating the rugged textures of the quarry walls and the surrounding landscape.
07:58
Stay for a few minutes to let your eyes adjust to the full daylight. The view of the Danube Bend and the Castle of Visegrád becomes clearer as the morning light strengthens.
08:28
Begin your descent. The Remete-barlangok hiking trail (marked with a yellow omega) starts near here. While there are no food or drink options listed in the immediate vicinity or the national park area, you will need to check the route to return to Nagymaros town center for breakfast or coffee once shops open.
Local tip
The area is remote. There are no cafes or shops at the Sikló felső állomás romja. Plan to eat or drink in Nagymaros after your walk. Check opening hours for any cafes in town before you go, as they may not open until mid-morning.
Check before you go
- There are no food or drink facilities at the Sikló felső állomás romja.
- You must check the route from the quarry back to Nagymaros town center for breakfast options.
- Sunrise is at 07:28. Arrive at least 45 minutes before to set up and find a good vantage point.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nagymaros (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).