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Gerecse Wildlife Park

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The Gerecse Wildlife Park is a nature reserve located near Tardos, in the heart of the Gerecse Hills, focusing on presenting native large game species in their natural environment. The park's primary mission is education and the preservation of wildlife management traditions for visitors, especially for younger generations. Within the fenced forest area, visitors can observe red deer, fallow deer, mouflons, and wild boars native to Europe from a close distance. In addition to the wildlife, the park is home to rich flora, where hornbeam-oak and beech forests provide the natural habitat. Established nature trails and resting areas allow for peaceful forest walks, while informational boards provide useful insights into the functioning of forest ecosystems. The wildlife park is open year-round, offering seasonal programs and wildlife viewing opportunities for nature lovers within the Gerecse Landscape Protection Area.

Location: Hungary
Top sights: Süttői Állami Erdei Vasút őrháza · Fokozottan védett természeti terület · Volt robbantóház
Nearby: Dorog (22 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-2	0	5	11	16	21	23	22	17	11	5	0
Rain mm	39	40	41	35	65	70	66	63	57	51	44	43

📋 Practical info

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Best season

The significantly warmer and more lively months of spring through early autumn are generally considered the best possible times to see the native Hungarian species actively moving throughout the expansive forested areas.

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Best time of day

Thoughtfully planning your visit during the tranquil early hours of the day or just before the spectacular sunset very often yields the most memorable wildlife sightings before the animals retreat to seek secure shelter.

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Etiquette

All visitors must consciously respect the pristine natural habitat by absolutely never leaving any trash behind, purposefully keeping human noise to a strict minimum, and rigorously refraining from feeding the captive animals.

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What to bring

Highly sturdy and comfortable hiking boots are strongly recommended for safely walking the uneven forest trails, and bringing a comprehensive local field guide can tremendously help carefully identify the various native species.

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Getting there

This immersive wildlife park is typically accessed via well-maintained rustic forest roads from several nearby easy on the eye towns, and it is highly advisable to accurately check the local driving conditions before departing.

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What to expect

Dense and beautiful forest environments can wonderfully and effectively conceal the local wildlife, so purposely moving very slowly and listening intently to the surrounding sounds will immensely improve your overall chances of great sightings.

Geography

Coordinates

47.68000, 18.44500

Facts

Home to red deer and fallow deer
Located within the Gerecse Landscape Protection Area
Features established forest nature trails
Focuses on wildlife biology education
Accessible to visitors throughout the year
Showcases wild boars native to Europe

Explore nearby

Notable places around

Gerecse Forest<1 km · EExplore →

Gerecse3 km · SExplore →

📍Vértesszőlős8 km · SWExplore →

Tata Castle10 km · WExplore →

Tatabánya11 km · SExplore →

Altal-er River11 km · SWExplore →

Nyergesújfalu12 km · NEExplore →

Tát16 km · NEExplore →

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Sights in the town Gerecse Wildlife Park (10)

Süttői Állami Erdei Vasút őrháza

Ruins of a guard house of the state forest railway in Süttő.

Fokozottan védett természeti terület

Strictly protected natural area in the Gerecse Mountains.

Volt robbantóház

Ruins of a former explosives house.

Fekete Lajos Múzeum🏛 museum

Museum in the Gerecse Mountains.

Nyerges-hegy

Mountain peak in the Gerecse Mountains.

Rádió Múzeum🏛 museum

Radio technology museum in the Gerecse Mountains.

Szép kilátás

Viewpoint overlooking the Gerecse Mountains.

Nagy-Teke-hegy

Hill in Komárom-Esztergom County, Hungary.

Gorba-tetői-barlang

Cave entrance in the Gerecse Mountains.

Gerecsei öreg tölgy

Old oak tree in the Gerecse Mountains.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

When is Wildpark Gerecse open?

The park is open daily year-round from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What animals can we see here?

You can observe red deer, fallow deer, roe deer, mouflons, and wild boars.

Is the park suitable for families with children?

Yes, there is a playground and gentle paths suitable for strollers.

Is feeding the animals allowed?

Feeding is only allowed with wildlife food purchased on-site.

What is the best way to reach the park?

Easiest by car from Tardos; parking is available right at the entrance.

Gerecse Wildlife Park: where is it located?

Gerecse Wildlife Park is located in Hungary.

Gerecse Wildlife Park: what is there to see?

Highlights include Süttői Állami Erdei Vasút őrháza, Fokozottan védett természeti terület, Volt robbantóház.

Gerecse Wildlife Park: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.

Gerecse Wildlife Park: why is it worth visiting?

The Gerecse Wildlife Park is a nature reserve located near Tardos, in the heart of the Gerecse Hills, focusing on presenting native large game species in their natural environment.

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