Timeline
15:27
Stop at Bowling Pizzeria for a slice of pizza and a drink. The traditional restaurant is open until 21:00 on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, so you have plenty of time to eat before the sun goes down.
16:02
Walk to Lake Bánk. This artificial lake is the perfect vantage point. Find a spot on the beach facing west-southwest to catch the final rays of light reflecting off the water.
16:17
Watch the sunset. The sun sets at 16:17, painting the sky in warm tones as it dips below the western horizon. The golden light that started at 15:26 will fade into the twilight.
16:47
End your evening with a calm walk through Rétsági laktanya emlékpark. It is a short 19-minute walk north-northeast from the lake area, offering a quiet space to reflect on the day.
Local tip
The walk from the pizzeria to the lake is very short (3 minutes), leaving you ample time to enjoy your meal and the view. Check the route if you need specific directions from the restaurant to the beach.
Check before you go
- Bowling Pizzeria is open We, Th, Su 12:00-21:00 and Fr, Sa 12:00-24:00.
- Kis Kézműves Ice Cream Shop is also nearby (4 min walk) if you prefer dessert, open Tue–Sun 12:30–19:30 in May–Sep.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 16:17 local time.
Worth knowing
- Bowling Pizzeria is open at 15:27 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rétság (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).