In the past year, hiking has once again become popular. In the absence of social gatherings and group activities, more and more people have rediscovered the opportunities offered by nature, where they can enjoy the fresh air and safety of the outdoors. We've put together some exciting places of interest and places to visit near District 12.
Ördög-orom (Devil’s Nest)
Situated between Farkas-völgy (Wolf Valley) and Irhás-árok (Irhás Valley), Ördög-orom is a great choice for those who prefer to explore the wilder and rockier side of nature. From the Eper utca (Eper street) bus stop of the 8E bus, it is easily accessible via a steeper path, which leads up to a place of colorful wildlife and wild landscape.
From Normafa to Hármashatár-hegy (Three Border Mountain)
You should wear comfortable shoes if you want to walk from Normafa all the way to Hármashatár-hegy, as the hike is almost 13 kilometers long. Still, the exercise will pay off, as you will be enriched by a wealth of beautiful natural sights. You can admire the view from Tündér-szikla (Fairy Rock) or the Árpád-kilátó (Árpád Lookout), or you can visit the Kőkapu-barlang (Stonegate Cave) on your way as well.
Széchenyi-kilátó (Széchenyi Lookout)
After a more difficult hike, let us show you an easier walk. On the side of Széchenyi-hegy (Széchenyi Hill), a few minutes from the Széchenyi-hegy station of the Children's Railway, you will find the Széchenyi-emlékmű (Széchenyi Monument) and a lookout as well. It originally stood at the entrance of Városliget (City Park) but was moved to its present site in 1898 in preparation for the Millennium, when Hősök tere (Heroes' Square) was built. And although the trees have now grown so tall that it's a bit of an exaggeration to call it a lookout, it's certainly still an interesting slice of Hungarian history, and just a short trip away.
Tündér-szikla (Fairy Rock)
The 386-meter-high Tündér-szikla, one of the most beautiful points of the Buda Hills, rises from a slope of János-hegy (János Hill) called Tündér-hegy (Fairy Hill). It was declared a protected area in the 1970s and still awaits hikers in its sublime solitude. It can be easily reached from the Zugliget terminus of the Budapest chairlift and there is also an educational trail to follow.