Ásványtúrák 2026 kicks off with mineral and fossil collecting trips across multiple Hungarian locations, starting May 1, 2026, in Pilisjászfalu. Think hikes through mountains and valleys, sweeping nature views, hands-on finds, and a family-friendly vibe. Tours run on scheduled dates, and groups of over 10 can book custom departures, too.
Pilisjászfalu – chasing UV-active calcites
Every outing here is a wild card. On the terraced levels of an abandoned quarry, collectors regularly uncover unusual calcites—often crystalline or thick massive specimens—and most glow under UV. The best part: they fluoresce vividly under both 365 nm and 395 nm UV-A, turning fieldwork into a nighttime light show.
What you can collect
– Crystalline, surfaced, and massive calcites ranging from white to rusty red
– Pea stones and dripstone formations
– Distinctive wolf-tooth calcites
Guides lead the group across multiple quarry levels to track down standout specimens together, sharing tips on spotting textures, color shifts, and fracture lines that reveal quality pieces.
2519 Pilisjászfalu, Hungary
