The Most Beautiful Hikes in the Tokaj Mountains and the Aggtelek Karst #11

As if giants had set up camp with thousands of green tents in this landscape: as far as the eye can see, pyramid-shaped mountains stretch towards the sky, with proud peaks boasting castles of romantic history, narrow valleys with villages guarding centuries-old secrets, and vast forests on their backs providing refuge for the recently returning wolves. The Tokaji Mountains, often mistakenly referred to as the Zemplén Mountains in common knowledge, are a dazzlingly colorful kaleidoscope of natural and cultural attractions. Few corners of Hungary are as aptly described by the term wilderness as this region. The Tokaji Mountains and the Aggtelek Karst both embody the promise of the nearby Carpathian wilderness and the ancient atmosphere of the mountain wreath. Whether we tread the terrain stretching between Aggtelek and Szalonna or the volcanic ridges of the Tokaji Mountains, in the moss and lichen-covered forests, we already feel the breath of Carpathian landscapes, and the views often gaze upon the blue waves of the highland mountains. Our book, which covers almost comprehensively the marked hiking trails of the two mountain ranges with 40 hikes, richly illustrated with photos and containing maps, aims to cater to all forms of nature walking: whether it's short, spectacular walks or exhaustive, comprehensive treks, we hope everyone will find their favorites among our tours. With the help of the attached QR codes, each hike can be opened in the Természetjáró application, making navigation simple with a smartphone. Therefore, in the descriptions, we could focus on exciting background information and concise yet engaging introductions to the natural and cultural attractions along the way.

• Published by: Hungarian Hiking Association
• Manuscript completed: February 21, 2022
• Length: 186 + 8 pages
• Size: 120x163 mm
• Weight: 300 grams