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Golden Light at the Botanical Garden

Catch the last warm rays of the day on the 17.2-hectare grounds of the Botanical Garden, then wind down with a local drink nearby.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 95 min

Timeline

  1. 15:43

    Fortuna Pizzeria

    Grab a slice of pizza or a pasta to eat while you walk. The garden gates open at 08:00 in winter, so this is a good time to start your stroll.

  2. 15:58

    Botanical garden

    Enter the Botanical Garden. Walk through the protected indigenous and exotic plants. The area is free to enter, but professional guidance requires pre-booking.

  3. 16:28

    Sopron Botanical Garden

    Head to the Sopron Botanical Garden viewpoint (3 min walk from the main area). Watch the sun set toward the WSW, casting golden light over the landscape.

  4. 16:48

    Gázfröccs Pub

    Walk to Gázfröccs Pub, a ruin pub style spot with modern exhibits and small concerts. Order a drink or a gourmet pizza to enjoy the evening atmosphere.

Local tip

Check the garden opening hours before you go. In winter (Oct-April), it closes at 16:30, so arrive early enough to enjoy the grounds before sunset.

Check before you go

  • Botanical Garden hours: May-Sep 08:00-20:00, Oct-Apr 08:00-16:30.
  • Gázfröccs Pub hours: Mo-Th 11:30-01:00; Fr,Sa 11:30-02:00.

Worth knowing

  • Gázfröccs Pub is open at 16:48 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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