Every autumn, Magyaregregy (Magyaregregy), a quaint village nestled in the heart of the wild Eastern Mecsek (Kelet-Mecsek), transforms into a lively celebration of the harvest. The 2025 Harvest Festival, or “szüreti mulatság,” kicks off on October 4th. The highlight? At 2:00 PM, a convoy of tractors sets out from Arnold House (Arnold-ház), winding its way through the village as locals and visitors celebrate the season’s bounty.
When night falls, the energy kicks into high gear. Starting at 9:00 PM, Arnold House (Arnold-ház) is the place to be, hosting a lively harvest ball where locals let loose on the dance floor. Admission to this unforgettable party is just $5.50, promising merriment until late into the night.
Stay in Style Among Forests and History
Why not turn the festival into a weekend escape? The Rubinvölgy Apartment House (Rubinvölgyi Apartmanház) sits on the edge of a sprawling 10-acre park, just below the picturesque Castle of Máré (Máré Castle / Máré vára). Whether you prefer a ground floor flat or a cozy room upstairs, the welcoming hosts make sure everyone feels at home. The garden outside is a relaxed haven, complete with swings, a sandbox, and a grill area – perfect for families or friends.
Wine lovers are in for a real treat: guests are invited to a tasting at the Torma Valley press house (Tormás-völgyi présház), where you can sample and even buy homemade wines and other artisanal goodies straight from the producers.
If a guesthouse suits you better, Horse Chestnut Guesthouse (Vadgesztenye Panzió) in Magyaregregy (Magyaregregy), just 13 miles from Pécs (Pécs), offers peace amid some of Hungary’s most beautiful landscapes.
Dining Like a Local – Medieval Feasts and More
If you find yourself hungry after a medieval adventure, nothing beats a meal at a medieval inn. Not far from the village’s southern gate and the Swan Lake (Hattyú-tó), the renowned Inn of the White Swan (Fogadó a Fehér Hattyúhoz) tempts guests with mouthwatering aromas and old-style décor, offering a feast fit for a knight.
A bit further afield, Apple Mill (Almalomb) is where past, present, and future meet. This beautifully restored 19th-century watermill operates as a restaurant, event space, mill museum, and guesthouse – and it welcomes pets, with enough rooms for up to 16 guests.
In nearby Pécs (Pécs), Angelic Temptation Chocolaterie (Angyali Kísértés Csokoládé) beckons chocolate lovers with handmade bonbons and pastries, the perfect sweet souvenir.
Food for All Tastes
Pécs (Pécs) and its surroundings are brimming with options for a satisfying meal, whether you’re celebrating with friends, catching a match, or just craving a hearty feast. Menus here cover it all: meats fried, grilled, or stuffed, traditional Braised Pork “Brassói” (brassói aprópecsenye), fish dishes, oven-baked delicacies, risottos, pastas, a wide variety of pizzas, salads, soups, and tempting desserts.
Hungarian culinary traditions take center stage in many local eateries, offering trustworthy quality, reasonable prices, and a menu that adapts to your mood. Stop by for a lively lunch, or start your day with coffee, sandwiches, homemade pogácsa (savory biscuits), and strudel from 8:00 AM.
From Aranykacsa Restaurant’s (Aranykacsa Étterem) friendly wine culture to Bagolyvár’s (Bagolyvár) folk-art suites and legendary Hungarian dishes, you’ll find something for every taste. Seafood fans, meanwhile, can enjoy one of 40 fresh fish specialties cooked with passion, available to eat in or take away.
Whether you’re here for the Harvest Festival or just the food, Magyaregregy (Magyaregregy) and its neighboring towns serve up tradition, comfort, and a touch of magic every autumn.
