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Sunset

Golden Hour at Burgus Solva

A short walk to the Roman tower to catch the low winter sun, with a warm snack to start.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 70 min

Timeline

  1. 14:48

    Ételbárka

    Grab a quick bite at Ételbárka. The fast food bar is open until 18:00, which fits perfectly before the golden light begins at 15:28. A hamburger is a simple, warm way to start the evening.

  2. 15:13

    Burgus Solva 24, római őrtorony

    Walk to Burgus Solva. The restored Roman watchtower stands 9 by 9 meters with walls over a meter thick. Its entrance faces the Danube, offering a clear line of sight toward the west.

  3. 15:28

    Burgus Solva 24, római őrtorony

    Watch the golden light hit the ancient stone. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the square base of the tower. The low winter sun highlights the texture of the restored walls.

  4. 15:48

    Miklós Bertényi Botanical Garden

    End the walk at the Miklós Bertényi Botanical Garden. It is a short 24-minute walk from the tower. Follow the 20 board-signed nature trail through the Alpine and submediterranean plant environment. The quiet atmosphere after the sunset view provides a calm finish.

Local tip

Check the route from Ételbárka to the tower. The walk between the tower and the botanical garden is about 24 minutes, so pace yourself after the golden light moment.

Check before you go

  • Ételbárka is open Tu-Th 10:30-18:00 and Fr-Su 10:30-20:00.

Worth knowing

  • Ételbárka is open at 14:48 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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