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Park Park · Duna menti síkság · 100 m open today

Gemenc National Forest

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  • Gemenc Nature Preserve, Bónifok
    Gemenc Nature Preserve, Bónifok
    Photo: Max Smits, Sultans Trail - a European Cultural Route
The Gemenc National Forest, managed from Szent Imre tér 2, 6500 Baja, Hungary, is part of the Gemenc Forest, one of the largest floodplain forests in Central Europe. It lies within the Duna–Dráva National Park and represents one of the last major wetland ecosystems remaining in the Danube River Basin.
The Gemenc National Forest is a vast floodplain woodland located along the Danube between Baja and Szekszárd. Historically, the Danube basin was covered by extensive wetlands and floodplain forests, but river regulation and land use changes have greatly reduced these natural systems. Gemenc remains one of the most important surviving wetland landscapes in the region and forms a key part of the Duna–Dráva National Park.

The area is characterized by seasonal flooding, oxbow lakes, marshes, and dense riparian forests of oak, willow, and poplar. These habitats support rich wildlife, including red deer, wild boar, numerous bird species, and aquatic life associated with floodplain ecosystems. Because of its ecological value, Gemenc is recognized as one of the most significant wetland complexes in the Danube basin.

Beyond conservation, the forest is also known for nature tourism and environmental education. Visitors explore the area through walking trails, observation points, and educational routes that highlight the unique ecology of the floodplain landscape. The forest is managed by Gemenc Zrt., which oversees forestry, conservation activities, and visitor infrastructure.

Opening times

open today
Monday00:00–24:00
Tuesday00:00–24:00
Wednesday00:00–24:00
Thursday00:00–24:00
Friday00:00–24:00
Saturday00:00–24:00
Sunday00:00–24:00

Price:

Free

Public transport

The nearest major access point to the Gemenc area is the city of Baja. Baja can be reached via regional train and bus services from cities such as Budapest, Szekszárd, and other towns in southern Hungary. Journey planning apps such as the MÁV app, Google Maps, or regional bus timetable platforms can be used to check current connections.

Directions

From Baja, visitors can reach entry points to the Gemenc Forest by local transport, taxi, bicycle, or on foot depending on the chosen trailhead or visitor facility. The forest covers a large floodplain area along the Danube, and several access points and visitor routes are available within the national park landscape.

Coordinates

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46.318485, 18.895541
DMS
46°19'06.5"N 18°53'43.9"E
UTM
34T 337985 5131586
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