Eger

Eger is a historic landmark in Hungary. Eger is a Baroque town in the hills of northern Hungary, known for the castle that held out against an Ottoman siege in 1552 and for the Egri Bikavér red blend.

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Eger is a Baroque town in the hills of northern Hungary, known for the castle that held out against an Ottoman siege in 1552 and for the Egri Bikavér red blend. Cellars cut into the rock of the Szépasszony valley on the edge of town pour directly from the barrel. The centre is small, walkable and noticeably cheap.

Architecture

Wine

Budget

History

Related activities

Valley of the Beautiful Women tasting
Cellar-to-cellar tasting of Bikavér and local whites.

How to get to Eger

Eger sits in Hungary. It pairs well with Lake Balaton, Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, so you can group them on the same day.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Valley of the Beautiful Women tasting.

Eger FAQ

Where is Eger?

Eger is in Hungary.

What is near Eger?

Nearby places include Lake Balaton, Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, Széchenyi Thermal Bath.

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