Sopron’s Tourinform Office is rolling out a full year of free guided city walks, inviting locals and visitors to dive into the town’s stories, sacred sites, and the wildlife of its surrounding forests. Starting February 14, 2026, the program launches from 2 Szent György Street (Szent György u. 2.) in the heart of Sopron, and continues every Saturday until December 19. The concept is simple and irresistible: explore landmarks, hear the history of churches and religious sites, and step into the living, breathing green of the Sopron woods—without spending a dollar.
Weekly Theme: On the Shoulders of Giants
The headline walk throughout the year is Óriások vállán – híres soproni családok nyomában, which translates to On the Shoulders of Giants – tracing the famous families of Sopron. It runs every Saturday from February 14 through December 19, 2026, weaving a consistent narrative thread through the city’s streets and architecture. Dates are set for every single Saturday: 02/14, 02/21, 02/28; 03/07, 03/14, 03/21, 03/28; 04/04, 04/11, 04/18, 04/25; 05/02, 05/09, 05/16, 05/23, 05/30; 06/06, 06/13, 06/20, 06/27; 07/04, 07/11, 07/18, 07/25; 08/01, 08/08, 08/15, 08/22, 08/29; 09/05, 09/12, 09/19, 09/26; 10/03, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31; 11/07, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28; 12/05, 12/12, 12/19. The organizers reserve the right to change times and programs, so it’s smart to check in at the Tourinform Office in advance.
Where to Stay: Cozy Guesthouses Near the Action
Sopron’s lodging options are welcoming, green, and close to everything. Adorján Guesthouse (Adorján Vendégház) spans two floors with seven rooms for one, two, or three people, accommodating up to 32 guests. It’s a family-run spot, and downtown is a 10-minute walk away. In the leafy Lővérek district—famous for its climate and forested hills—guesthouses sit near the swimming pool, in quiet buildings designed for rest.
Alpokalja Guesthouse (Alpokalja Vendégház) places you in a peaceful corner of Sopron, about a 20-minute walk from the historic center. Anita Apartment Sopron (Anita Apartman Sopron) offers apartments right by Hungary’s western border at the foot of the Alps, just 37 miles from Vienna—an easy base whether you’re city-hopping or forest-walking.
There’s a pension in the prettiest part of Sopron, in Lővérek, a 15-minute stroll from the center, with instant access to hiking paths. Lower Austria’s ski resorts wait roughly 37 miles away with superb slopes and traveler-friendly services. If you prefer to be steps from the old town, the young, friendly team at Atrium (Átrium) welcomes guests a short walk from the historic core.
Bastion Pension (Bástya Panzió) sits by Sopron’s more than 700-year-old outer fortress wall, right beside a small bastion, on the gentle rise of Coronation Hill (Koronázó Domb) at the junction of Vienna Street (Bécsi utca) and Stream Street (Patak utca)—a calm vibe, central feel, and a name that nods to its sturdy neighbor. If you want quiet in the middle of it all, an apartment house near the old town—150 meters away—offers easy car access and the charm of one of Hungary’s oldest and arguably most beautiful towns.
Downtown Guesthouse Sopron (Belvárosi Vendégház Sopron) offers a family apartment with two triple bedrooms and a fully equipped separate kitchen, plus a triple room and a two-person studio—each with its own bathroom. Five minutes from the historic center, Bianco Pension*** (Bianco Panzió***) gives you quick links to the main railway station, the intercity bus stop, and the Lővérek, plus excellent, secure parking—even for buses.
Cafés, Beer Gardens, and Board Games
After your walk, Sopron’s newest beer garden sets its own mood, promising quality specialties and regular programs—the kind of place you find a reason to visit, then another. Prefer dice and decks? A board game venue with more than 200 games and a growing library helps you find your match—light fillers, deep strategy, or party chaos—with friendly help for your first play and rules learning, and a broad drinks menu to keep rounds rolling.
Coffee lovers should make a beeline for Coffee Clinic, where excellent coffee meets a brunch-friendly menu: sandwiches, classic breakfast plates, sweet pastries, and vegan desserts. There’s a terrace, too, so you can sip your flat white under the open sky.
Eat Local: From Pizzas to Hearty Classics
Diana Pension (Diána Panzió), in the heart of Lővérek near resort hotels and the State Sanatorium, pairs upscale rooms with a guarded car park. For homestyle Hungarian flavors, White Rose Restaurant and Inn (Fehér Rózsa Étterem és Fogadó) serves generous plates with friendly, fast service. Craving pizza? An intimate, family-feel restaurant at 34 King Matthias Street (Mátyás Király utca 34) turns out pies in three sizes with endless combos, plus a wide lineup of freshly prepared mains. Dine in or order to your door—may Fortuna’s spirit find you there.
Wine Country, Sopron Style
This is Blaufränkisch (kékfrankos) country, and you’ll taste why. Whether you’re after a robust red, a fragrant white, or something light like a rosé, local wineries promise new favorites with sweeping views. One family estate tends nine hectares, historically favoring reds but also crafting easygoing whites to pair with food. Tastings let you explore varieties, and you can link them with lunch or dinner by arrangement—think crispy roast suckling pig from the oven or traditional dishes in a one-of-a-kind setting perfect for friendly gatherings, company dinners, business meetings, or press events. After tasting, pick up bottles at cellar-door prices from their vinotheque.
A legendary wine bar—once called Cellar Tavern (Pinceborozó)—owes its current name to a local tale: those who came to the Lővérek seeking healing, and stepped into the cellar tavern, left cured. Today the bar spreads across nearly 3,229 square feet with three rooms, ready for long evenings and longer conversations.
Something Sweet to Finish
Round off your Sopron day at Harrer, where Karl Harrer turned a lifelong passion into a beloved chocolate house. Part of an Austrian-rooted confectioner dynasty, the Harrers have been spoiling guests for years with inventive, impeccably made sweets. It’s the kind of place where one praline becomes a box, and a box becomes a ritual.
Before You Go
The organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs. Check in with the Sopron Tourinform Office at 2 Szent György Street (Szent György u. 2.) before you set out. Lace up, and let Sopron surprise you—one Saturday at a time.
