Harsány: Lake Landscape, Trails and Magtár Vendégház
Accommodation in Harsány
Three specific points can help you plan a trip to Harsány: the location of Harsányi Horgásztó on the southern slopes of the Bükk, the road connections, and the size of Magtár Vendégház. This will help you weigh up the landscape, journey, and accommodation capacity.
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Harsány at a glance
- Magtár Vendégház comprises six apartments and can accommodate 34 people.
- Harsányi Horgásztó is about 10 km from Miskolc.
- The lake system consists of three lakes arranged in a chain, with a total of 40 ha of usable water surface.
- Harsány is accessible via the M3 and the Emőd exit; it is about 150 km from Budapest.
What defines Harsány’s lake landscape?
The three lakes in the lake system were created by damming the Csincse stream and are arranged in a chain. Together, they have 40 ha of usable water surface. Harsányi Horgásztó is located about 10 km from Miskolc, on the southern slopes of the Bükk. These details provide a sense of both the size of the lake system and its setting in the landscape.
A further description of the waters concerns the largest of the Harsány fishponds: its water surface covers 20 ha, and its average depth is 2.5 m. The basin runs evenly parallel to the cross-dam; the bottom has obstacles in places. The 40 ha refers to the usable water surface of the lake system, while 20 ha refers to the surface area of this largest fishpond.
What routes and activities are described?
A walking trail runs around Harsányi Horgásztó. If you plan to use it, check the current trail conditions in advance. Nádasvölgyi-tó, in Harsányi Szabadidő- és Kalandpark, offers boating. For specific plans, it is advisable to check the latest operating information.
Cycling routes are also described with specific local details. The marked cycling route section on Harsány’s Dózsa György út is 0.5 km long. Construction of and road markings for a cycle link from Miskolc-Tapolca via Kisgyőr to Harsány were completed on 22 December 2023. The project route passed through the Bükk Mountains and the natural landscapes of Harsány and Kisgyőr, running through forests, meadows, and pastures, as well as alongside streams and lakes. Harsányi Sport Centrum is located at 34 Munkácsy Mihály utca.
The Sópince is also important for visitors: it is closed to visitors for an indefinite period for technical reasons. Check its status before planning a possible visit.
How can you plan your journey and accommodation?
Harsány is accessible via the M3 and the Emőd exit. The distance from Budapest is about 150 km. The road connection from Miskolc to Harsány is reported to be around 18 km.
Magtár Vendégház comprises six apartments and can accommodate a total of 34 people. Check the latest accommodation information before booking.
What historical connection is there with Eger?
The village’s history is also connected to the region’s cellar architecture. Between 1755 and 1759, the large cellar on the estate in Harsány was expanded. The work took place at the same time as the expansion of the Bishop’s Cellar in Eger.
Discover more destinations: Emőd, Kistokaj, Sajószentpéter, Kisgyőr, Szirmabesenyő, Répáshuta, Arnót, Sajópálfala.
FAQ
How large is Magtár Vendégház?
It comprises six apartments and can accommodate 34 people. Check the latest accommodation information before booking.
How do you get to Harsány?
The route is via the M3 and the Emőd exit. It is about 150 km from Budapest; the road connection from Miskolc to Harsány is around 18 km.
Is Sópince open to visitors?
It is closed to visitors for an indefinite period for technical reasons. Check its status before planning a visit.
For the main travel overview: Miskolci.
