Szalajka Valley

Located near Szilvásvárad, the Szalajka Valley is one of the most popular and well-developed hiking destinations in the Bükk Mountains. The valley's main attraction is the 17-meter-high Fátyol (Veil) Waterfall, where water cascades down over unique limestone tuff terraces. The area's economic history is preserved through its trout breeding ponds and the Open-Air Forestry Museum, which showcases historical wood processing techniques. A narrow-gauge forest railway, built in 1908, still operates in the valley, transporting thousands of visitors to the Gloriett clearing. Natural highlights include the Istállós-kő Cave, where significant prehistoric artifacts were discovered by archaeologists. The valley's microclimate and clean air are considered beneficial for health, while the surrounding forests serve as summer pastures for the world-famous Lipizzaner stud horses.

Nearby cities

Miskolc

Miskolc, the fourth largest city in Hungary, is located in the northeastern part of the country at the eastern edge of the Bükk Mountains.

Kazincbarcika

Industrial city in the Sajó Valley, known as the 'City of Colors'.

Ózd

Former center of Hungarian heavy industry in northern Hungary.

Lillafüred

Picturesque mountain resort in the Bükk Mountains, known for its Palace Hotel, Lake Hámori, and Hungary's highest waterfall.

Mezőkövesd

Center of the Matyó culture, known for its colorful embroideries.

Zsóry (Mezőkövesd)

A historic spa in the Matyó region, famous for its sulfurous water and colorful folk art.

Tiszaújváros

Modern industrial city on the Tisza, known for chemistry and sports.

Sárospatak

Historic town on the Bodrog river, known for its Renaissance castle and college.

Szerencs

The 'Gateway to Tokaj', known for its chocolate factory.

Tokaj

Center of the historic Tokaj wine region, famous for sweet wines.

Tarcal

Tarcal is a historic village nestled at the southern foot of the Tokaj Hill, representing one of the cornerstones of the UNESCO World Her…

Rudabánya

Rudabánya is a small town in Northern Hungary that boasts extraordinary geological and paleontological significance.

Mád

Mád is a cornerstone of the Tokaj-Hegyalja wine region, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Northern Hungary.

Boldva

Boldva is a settlement of paramount historical and linguistic importance in Northern Hungary, located in the Bódva River valley.

Bogács

Bogács is a highly popular thermal resort village located in the Bükkalja region, at the southern foothills of the Bükk Mountains in Nort…

History & landmarks

Boldogkőváralja

Famous for Boldogkő Castle, perched on a spectacular rocky ridge in the Zemplén Mountains.

Aggtelek

Center of the Aggtelek National Park, home to the famous Baradla Cave system, a UNESCO heritage site.

Jósvafő

A picturesque village in the Aggtelek National Park, famous for the Baradla Cave and Hucul horses.

Bükk National Park

A heavily forested mountainous area with caves and picturesque valleys.

Bükk National Park

The Bükk National Park protects the diverse flora and fauna of Hungary's most forested mountains.

Lillafüred

Picturesque resort in the Bükk Mountains, known for its castle hotel and waterfall.

Miskolctapolca Cave Bath

Unique thermal bath located in a natural cave system.

Edelény Palace

One of the largest and most magnificent Baroque palaces in Hungary.

More places

Cserehát Hills

The Cserehát Hills are a geographical region between the Hernád and Bodva rivers.

Boldogkő Castle

Boldogkő Castle perches on a narrow rocky ridge, a jewel of the Zemplén Mountains.

Füzér Castle

Füzér Castle is a spectacularly restored fortress standing on a steep volcanic rock.