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Sunset

Sunset Alignment at Szabadstrand

A short walk to the riverbank for a precise sunset view behind the castle.

Best time: 24 MarAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:51

    Ristorante Collegno

    Grab a slice of pizza and a drink at Ristorante Collegno. It is open late enough to fit before the evening chill sets in.

  2. 17:31

    Szabadstrand

    Walk 5 minutes east to Szabadstrand. Find a spot on the sand facing west. The sun will set directly behind the Castle of Sárospatak – Rákóczi Museum on this date, around 17:51 local time.

  3. 18:21

    Fekete Macska

    Head back toward the town center. Stop at Fekete Macska for a warm drink or a light bite to end the evening.

Local tip

The alignment at Szabadstrand is specific to late March and mid-September. Arrive with enough time to secure a good vantage point before the sun dips.

Check before you go

  • Ristorante Collegno is open until 23:00.
  • Fekete Macska is open until 00:00 in October-April and 09:00-00:00 in May-September.
  • Sunset alignment at Szabadstrand occurs on 24 Mar to 28 Mar and 14 Sep to 19 Sep.

Worth knowing

  • Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
  • Ristorante Collegno is open at 16:51 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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

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