Hungary’s most exciting labyrinths
If you’ve got a thirst to prove yourself, this is the weekend activity for you. Also great for families, these destinations are suitable for all ages. Check out our list of Hungary’s most exciting labyrinths!
Star Trail Adventure Park (Csillagösvény Élménypark), Ópusztaszer
The largest hedge maze in Hungary, the third longest in the world, is located in the Star Trail Adventure Park in the village of Ópusztaszer. You can get information on the history, culture, wildlife and attractions through the 4,810 metres of hedgerows and tree lines. Wooden bridges, lookouts and 32 different folk, logic and skill games enrich the hiking path. Unfortunately, it is currently closed for maintenance but will open in mid-March 2023.
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Andrássy Castle (Andrássy-kastély), Tiszadob
Tiszadob in the Northern Great Plain is home to one of the most beautiful castles in Hungary. The garden of the Andrássy Castle and the bucolic labyrinth is surrounded by a unique line of yew trees. The park has English and French styles in design. It offers an inland opportunity to admire the magnificent buildings and gardens of the former aristocracy. The castle is currently closed for renovation and expected to reopen in April 2023.
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Ladybird Ranch (Katica Tanya), Patca
Patca offers a wide range of services and games, including a 500 square metre wooden maze, the Wandering Maze (Bolyongó Labirintus). Though the maze at the Ladybird Farm may be too difficult for little ones, you don’t need to worry. In case they get stuck, they can easily get out through the emergency exit. The farm is open throughout the winter, with indoor and – depending on the weather – outdoor activities.
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Ecological labyrinth (Ökológiai labirintus), Budapest
The 2,500 square metre, triangular-shaped ecological hedge maze, consisting of around 1,600 evergreen trees, awaits visitors in front of the Palm House of the Budapest Zoo. The correct answers to the questions on the labels in the maze will point you in the right direction.
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Arboretum of Pannonhalma (Pannonhalmi Arborétum)
One of Hungary’s most outstanding historical sites, a centre of ecclesiastical and art history – the labyrinth of the arboretum of Benedictine Abbey is open to the public. Because of its small size, it is not what you would call a maze, with half-metre wide paths reaching a diameter of 15 metres in seven circles. It’s just as perfect for a leisurely stroll.
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Maize Maze Festival (Kukorica Útvesztő Fesztivál), Kiszombor
The festival was held for the first time in the town of Kiszombor in the summer of 2009 and has been held every summer since then, always with a different theme in focus. For example, 2009 was the Year of the Buffalo, 2011 the Year of the Ford Model T and 2015 the Year of the Towering Castle. Every year, visitors are welcome from mid-July until the end of August.
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Author: Rima Vivien
Source: ittjartam.hu