Swis Nature

Duna-Ipoly National Park

Ecotourism in the Duna-Ipoly National Park

Királyrét Forest School and Visitor Centre

It is located in the gateway of the Magas Börzsöny at the starting point of countless hiking trails. The exhibition entitled ‘The Residents of Börzsöny’ provides a view of the flora and fauna living here and about human activities that have shaped the landscape.

Accommodation: for 41 + 10 persons in 3-6-8-bedded rooms and 2-bedded rooms with showers. A study room accommodating 40 persons is also available.
Address: 2624 Szokolya, Királyrét
Reservations for accommodation, programmes, exhibition and study trail guides:
06 27 585 625
kiralyret@dinpig.hu
Information on opening hours and entrance fees may be found at www.dunaipoly.hu.

Királyrét Study Trail

During the walk, you can get acquainted with the forest and lake habitats as well as with the history of light railways and iron mining.

Length: 2.9 km. Also recommended for families; we advise the wearing of proper shoes. it can be comfortably completed in approx. 1.5 hours.
Study trail sign: T
The study trail may be used free of charge. Arrows and signs painted on trees will help you find your way.

Sas Hill Visitors' Centre

Sas Hill has ensured the survival of many valuable animal and plant species. The interactive exhibition presents the Hill's history and its most precious plant and animal species. The terrace offers spectacular panoramic view of Budapest.

Opening hours: from 26 Feb. to 1 Nov. Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun 10:00-18:00
Address: 1112 Budapest 26 Tájék St.
Information, appointsments: sashegy@dinpig.hu


Bike and Canoe Tours on Szentendre Island
The flat surface, little traffic, wonderful natural values, dense settlements, and the tourist services of Szentendre Island make this place ideal for bicycle tours.

Canoeing
Our guided canoe tour goes along a quiet and safe stretch of the Danube between the towns Kisoroszi and Tahi. Participants can explore backwater wildlife, observe kingfishers and may even spot a black stork. 10 four-person canoes equipped with lifejackets and plastic barrels for storage are available for the tours.

Bikeing
The route of the bike tour goes along the safe, traffic-free road of the flood control dam. Participants can learn about the history of the island, about how bank-filtered wells, and get to know some representatives of rare species living in sandy habitats.

Canoe and bike rental, food and accommodation:
Rácz Fogadó Inn
www.raczfogado.hu
; info@raczfogado.hu