Summer’s end brings the lively Hárs Harvest Festival to Feldebrő (Feldebrő) on August 30, 2025, promising a day packed with a cooking contest, a harvest parade, live stage performances, horse cart races, traditional displays, and activities for kids. All this excitement comes together in the heart of the region at the local football field.
Stay in Style: Wine Lovers’ Apartments
If you’re planning to stay nearby, Eger’s old streets hide a trio of modern, self-catering apartments designed especially for wine lovers and city explorers. Nestled right below the city’s historic castle and surrounded by trendy downtown eateries and must-see attractions, the Castle Defender Apartment (Várvédő Apartman—named after the city’s iconic defender) can accommodate up to 10 guests across three units.
Rest and Recharge: Thermal Baths and Camping
Looking for true relaxation? The area’s thermal bath complex is a year-round haven for anyone wanting to soothe aching muscles, featuring a healing thermal pool, swimming and children’s pools, all set in a sprawling 215,000-square-foot park. Pitch a tent, park your caravan, or book a rustic four-person cabin in the village’s central camping area—it’s all open year-round.
Sleep Underground: Cave Apartments of SIROCAVE
Craving something unique? Spend a night at SIROCAVE, a collection of apartments and cave rooms carved into rhyolite tuff stone. Forget hotel frills: no crowded furniture, no 24/7 front desk, and no marble staircases—just earthy simplicity. Let the hours drift by in this historic corner with a touch of pure relaxation, or set out to explore Hungary’s only cave castle and the windswept heights of the Turkish Table (Törökasztal).
Unwind Amid Peaks: Forest Luxury Hotel
Adventure seekers can head to Mátraháza’s mountaintop hotel, perched at 2,345 feet above sea level. This three-story retreat offers more than 300 forest activities, gourmet dining, and total comfort. Whether you’re after peace and quiet, pushing your boundaries, or building team spirit, this spot caters to every mood—all in breathtaking surroundings.
Historic Charm in the Heart of Eger
There’s a ‘storybook’ apartment hidden behind a wrought-iron staircase in downtown Eger—a lovingly preserved time capsule where antique furniture whispers old stories. For visitors who love a dash of nostalgia, it’s an ideal base.
Forest Retreat: The Perfect Mátra Getaway
For nature lovers, ‘The Place in Mátra’ is nestled among woods and the babbling Stone Brook (Köves-patak) on a slice of land near Parádóhuta, beside the towering Blue Mountain (Kékes).
City Guesthouses and Active Hotels
Eger’s guesthouses offer tranquility in leafy neighborhoods just a 15-minute walk from the old town and the lively city baths—perfect for train travelers seeking convenience. For fitness enthusiasts or those seeking real relaxation, the modern Allure complex features 19 suites, a 24-hour gym, spa, and bistro, catering to every taste, from sports to complete pampering.
Family Vintners and Wine Adventures
In Eger, the Pretty Lady’s Valley (Szépasszony-völgy) is the crown jewel of wine country. Here, a horseshoe-shaped cellar street invites visitors to sample everything from casual local wines to premium labels. The Tóth Ferenc Winery, based in cellar 46, serves up superior (and even grand superior) wines, paired with local snacks, artisanal chocolates, and olive delicacies. The family behind this operation nurtures 67 acres of prized vineyards—including the renowned Flat Hill (Síkhegy) and Great-Eged (Nagy-Eged) slopes—aged in an extraordinary five-branch cellar system. Their mission: to perfect Egri Bull’s Blood (Egri Bikavér) and Egri Star (Egri Csillag), while highlighting regional white and red varietals like Leányka, Kadarka, and Blue Frankish (Kékfrankos).
From Hearty Fare to Artisanal Coffee
Foodies, rejoice—authentic Hungarian dishes (game meats, rare country recipes, and comfort food classics) are served along the castle road, perfect for refueling after a hike. In Mátrafüred, the Four Seasons Palóc Bistorant offers reimagined Palóc (Palóc) dishes in a cozy, family-run setting, making dining here a true ritual.
Café-goers will love the Palace Café (Palota Café) in Eger, where Italian coffee combines with sweets from Stühmer Patisserie, and at the 1552 Restaurant inside the Castle of Eger, you can enjoy both Hungarian and Turkish specialties, finishing with cake and coffee in the charming on-site Amulet Café (Amulett Kávézó).
Nature, Wine, and Camping: The Full Package
Egerszalók’s hillside farmstay apartments offer a direct route through century-old wine cellars to the hot springs; in Pretty Lady’s Valley (Szépasszony-völgy), you can stroll among cellars, taste, and unwind. The Almagyar Archbishop’s Vineyard Estate (Almagyar Érseki Szőlőbirtok) stands out with natural wines and its own ‘wine-camping’, spa, and unique accommodation set among the vines.
Even more, the Golden Rooster Inn and Restaurant (Arany Kakas Fogadó és Étterem) in Pétervására has become a local legend for serving up smiles with its renowned food and wine.
If you’re looking for an edible souvenir, bottled wine gifts are available with delivery. The long-running Benevár Restaurant in Mátrafüred, located by the main road, welcomes guests year-round with hearty cuisine at friendly prices.
Note: Organizers reserve the right to change the event date or program.
