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ST210 Dobogókő - Csillaghegy

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  • Pilis, Csobánka
    Pilis, Csobánka
    Photo: Max Smits, Sultans Trail - a European Cultural Route

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    This route is a stage of Section ST2 of the Sultans Trail, an international long-distance hiking trail from Vienna to Istanbul. The hiking route follows historic roads through eight countries (Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey), linking towns and villages in a traditional cultural and historic landscape.

    The route passes Mária-kegyhely, Pelisszentkereszt, Csobánka and Üröm before arriving at Csillaghegy.

    moderate
    Distance 22.5 km
    6:05 h
    333 m
    925 m
    700 m
    108 m
    Leaving Dobogókő, the trail descends through the forest to Pilisszentkereszt. Along the way, a Marian shrine stands. The route continues along the wooded slopes above the valley of the Dera stream and passes through Csobánka. Beyond the hills, the trail approaches the outskirts of Budapest at Csillaghegy. Here stands the Csillaghegy thermal bath, supplied by mineral springs rising from beneath the plain. This stage ends at Csillaghegy, where the hills give way to the built-up area of the Hungarian capital.

    Author’s recommendation

    Mária-kegyhely
    Csillaghegyi Strandfürdő
    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Landscape
    Highest point
    700 m
    Lowest point
    108 m
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    22.5 km
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    Rest stops

    Dobogókő Jurtaszállás

    Safety information

    At this stage, no particular safety precautions are needed as long as you stick to the paths. Near Pilisborosjenő are some steep cliffs.

    Tips and suggestions

    Enjoy the scenery, particularly in the valley of the Kovács-patak (brook).

    In Csobánka is a Super Coop selling refreshments

    A full list of accommodations and interesting places along this stage can be viewed here.

    The list is part of the Digital Information Package, available from the Sultans Trail webshop.

    Public transport

    From Esztergom, a bus to Dobogókö leaves from the train station.

    Csillaghegy is part of the Greater Budapest transportation area and is well-connected to the city centre. 

    Directions

    For the bus timetable from Esztergom (station) to Dobogókö (hilltop), check: menetrendek.hu

    From Csillaghegy strainstation the H5-city train takes you directly and conveniently to Batthyány square, at the base of Castle hill in Buda.

    Parking

    In Dobogókö, there is parking space. In Csillaghegy, parking is difficult.

    Coordinates

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    47.719507, 18.898838
    DMS
    47°43'10.2"N 18°53'55.8"E
    UTM
    34T 342418 5287263
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    Equipment

    This stage of the Sultans Trail requires standard long-distance hiking equipment. Weather protection is essential, including rain and cold gear, depending on the season. In late spring and early summer, mosquito deterrents are strongly recommended, while during the hot season, sun protection and a sufficient water supply are essential. Reliable offline navigation tools should be carried at all times.

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    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    22.5 km
    Duration
    6:05 h
    Ascent
    333 m
    Descent
    925 m
    Highest point
    700 m
    Lowest point
    108 m
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