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| Eger | ||
| County | Heves | |
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| Residents | 52.898 (2019) | |
| Tourist information Tel | 36 36 51 77 16 | |
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Eger (German Erlau), a city in Hungary based in the county Heves, North-east of Budapest located.
background
history
Numerous traces have been discovered around the city of Eger, which date back to the Stone Age around 7500 years ago and prove that the area was already populated by Teutons, Slavs and Avars back then. It was not until the 10th century AD that the Magyars began to settle around Eger. Various theories have grown up around the name of the city, for example the name of the city was derived from the deciduous tree alder. Alder trees (Latin: Alnus) still grow in the vicinity of Eger; they are called Éger trees in Hungarian.
The city is in that Eger small area.
The times from AD 1000
The first king of Hungary, Saint Stephen I (* 969, † 1038) had the Christianization of non-Christians, unbaptized Magyars introduced around the year 1000, so he also ordered a church in the city of Eger, which is worthy of note one of the oldest cities in Hungary to build. The city has now been chosen to be the bishopric. Eger grew both economically and culturally and played an important role in Hungary, especially with regard to religion. Unfortunately, the church that was once built no longer exists today, only the remaining floor plans have been scientifically proven.
Around 1200
Eger, like all of Hungary, experienced devastating devastation from Tatar attacks around 1241. The city was destroyed and most of the residents were killed. Béla IV (* 1206 † 1270), King of Hungary, was granted the right to build a fortification in Eger around 1248. This led to more security, and so the city and the surrounding area continued to grow until the 15th century.
Around 1500
The impending attacks by the Ottoman armies weren't just the city's only worries. From 1490 to 1526 Hungary was split between two kingdoms: by Bohemia and by the Polish-Lithuanian Jagiellonians. Eger therefore constantly changed hands. This situation brought little joy among the population of the city.
The year 1552 and 1596
Historically of enormous importance both for the city of Eger and for Hungary itself. The two united armies, various sources report that 60,000 to 80,000 Ottoman soldiers were attacked the castle of Eger in 1552. The number of defenders including the population who actually only sought protection in the castle was around 2,100. After weeks of fighting and great losses by the Ottomans, the attackers finally gave up their plans and withdrew. After the battle, the castle was repaired, but they no longer defended Hungarian soldiers but mercenaries from several countries who finally gave up the castle in 1596. From this time onwards the castle was ruled by the Ottoman conquerors for over 90 years, but it was not until 1687 that the Austrian armies of the Habsburgs succeeded in pushing back the castle's occupiers.
18th century until today
The city not only experienced better times, it also suffered setbacks. Today, Eger is the focus of various cultural events and the area is famous for its wine products such as the red wine Erlauer Stierblut (Hungarian: Egri bikavér). The thermal baths are also definitely worth mentioning.
Landscape / climate
Eger is in the county Heves, around 139 kilometers northeast of Budapest. The area around Eger is rich in flora, especially because of the dry climate, making it ideal for growing grapes. The maximum temperatures in July / August are an average of 27 ° C, the minimum in January is at least -5 ° C.
getting there
By plane
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- First came by plane Budapest the goal, from there switched to further train or bus connections to Eger. A rental car from Budapest is also possible.
By train
From the German-speaking area you first drive to Budapest, from there to Eger:
From Germany to Budapest:
From Budapest to Eger:
- MÁV AG, P.O. Box 56, 1426 Budapest. Tel.: 36 40 49 49 49 (Domestic telephone customer service), 36 1 371 9449 (Telephone customer service from abroad), Email: [email protected]. Price: A direct connection between Budapest / Eger costs around HUF 2,200 to 3,000 only one way.
All tickets are also on the Deutsche Bahn bookable.
By bus
In the street
- M3 motorway Budapest-Nyíregyháza to exit 114 Füzesabony, then drive north on trunk road 25 or regional road 2501 for about 25 km.
- Coming from Slovakia you can get over better Ozd (of Košice) or Salgótarján (of Lučenec) arrive.
mobility
There is also the possibility of using public transport, the city has a well-developed bus connection. The tickets can be purchased at bus company offices, and kiosk operators also officially offer bus tickets. For a line trip the ticket costs 160 HUF in advance sales, bought from the bus driver 260 HUF (as of January 2009).
- Agria Volán, Mátyás Király út 134, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 521 100, Fax: 36 36 521 110, Email: [email protected].
Car rental
- EURENT, Faiskola u 5, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 51 26 00, Fax: 36 36 31 06 08, Email: [email protected].
taxi
- City taxi, Petöfi u. 19, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 555 555, 36 80 622 622 (free), Fax: 36 36 516 243, Email: [email protected]. Price: Reduced: Basic rate 310 HUF 250 HUF / kilometer with waiting 50 HUF / minute.
- Panta taxi, Egészségház út 4 sz, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 333 333, 36 36 80 343 343 (free), Email: [email protected]. Price: Reduced: Basic rate HUF 260 HUF 210 / kilometer if you wait 50 HUF / minute.
- Teher taxi fuvarozas. Tel.: 36 36 414 455.
Tourist Attractions
Eger offers many offers, including:
- The minaret from the time of the Turkish rule.
- The basilica, a Christian sacred building built from 1831 to 1836.
- The imposing castle of Eger, originally started around the year 1000 by King Stephan I as a church building, over time it has been expanded as a castle complex. Inside the castle there are numerous exhibitions showing artifacts from yesteryear. The view of the surroundings from the defensive walls of the castle is also worth experiencing.
- The city center with its shops and pleasant flair.
activities
- The city offers tons of events and activities throughout the year.
- Thermal and adventure pool, Petőfi tér 2, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 314 142, 36 36 411 699, Fax: 36 36 511 815. Price: (open all year round).
shop
kitchen
Hungarian Egri Bikavér is a blend of at least three types of red wine that is aged for two years or more in old oak barrels.nightlife
accommodation
Hotels
- Hotel Arany Trofea, Széchenyi u. 41 / b, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 510 840, Fax: 36 510 843, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Aqua, Maklári u. 9, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 512 510, Fax: 36 512 516, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Eger & Park, Szálloda u. 1-3, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 522 200, Fax: 36 36 413 114, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Korona, Tündérpart 5, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 313 670, 36 36 310 287, 36 36 422 577, Fax: 36 36 310 261, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Koedmön, Szépasszony-völgy, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 516 074, Fax: 36 36 515 803, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel romance, Csiky Sándor utca 26, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 310 456, Fax: 36 36 516 362, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Rubinia, Honfoglalás and 31 / a, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 410 580, Fax: 36 36 410 580, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Senátor-Ház, Dobó tér 11, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 320 466, 36 36 411 711, 36 36 515 237, Fax: 36 36 320 466, Email: [email protected].
- Hotel Szent István, Legányi Ferenc u. 12, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 511 300, Fax: 36 511-301, Email: [email protected].
- Imola Apartman Hotel, Dózsa György tér 4, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 516 180, Fax: 36 36 516 180, Email: [email protected].
(Youth) hostels
- Imola Hostel, Leányka u. 2, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 520 430, Fax: 36 36 520 430, Email: [email protected].
- Invest Apartmanok, Leányka u. 4 / A, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 497 8243, Fax: 36 516 623, Email: [email protected].
- Neumann Ifjúsági és Diákszálló, Pozsonyi út 8, Mátyás király út 76, Servita út 23, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 537 157, Email: [email protected].
- “Sancta Maria” College, Kossuth Lajos u. 8, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 312 190, Fax: 36 515 309, Email: [email protected].
- Tardosi Sporttábor, Külterület, (15 km from Eger), 3323 Szarvaskő. Tel.: 36 36 352 040, Fax: 36 526 008, Email: [email protected].
pensions
- Bacchus Panzió, Szépasszony-völgy utca 29, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 428 950, Fax: 36 36 428 950, Email: [email protected].
- CASTELLO Panzió, Hétvezér u. 11, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 320 491, 36 36 30 390 4534, Email: [email protected].
- Dudás Panzió, Bartalos Gyula u. 9, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 322 976.
- Európa Panzió, Deák Ferenc u. 42, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 412 576, Fax: 36 36 412 576, Email: [email protected].
- Green Park Panzió, Attila út 15, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 411 048, Fax: 36 36 411 048, Email: [email protected].
- János Vitéz Panzió és Étterem, Egri utca 8, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 531 031, Fax: 36 36 531 025, Email: [email protected].
- Panoráma Panzió, Joó János u. 9, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 420 531, Fax: 36 36 420 531, Email: [email protected].
- Villa Citadella, Bálint pap utca 3, 3300 Eger. Tel.: 36 36 410 121, Fax: 36 36 410 121, Email: [email protected].
- TORNACOS. Tel.: 36 70 36 16 495, Email: [email protected]. German-speaking hosts on the Eger wine route, near several thermal baths.
security
health
- There are medical practices and pharmacies in the city.
Practical advice
Bank / ATMs are available, major credit cards are accepted by many service companies.
Tourist information
trips
- The locality Sirok with its castle and relaxed natural landscape, located about 21 kilometers northwest of the city of Eger.
literature
Historical novel:
- Stars of Eger, Translation by Mirza von Schüching, publisher: Corvina, Budapest, ISBN 9631343693 (Language: German)
- Stars of Eger, Translation Mirza von Schüching, Bergisch Gladbach: Bastei-Lübbe, ISBN 3404142160 , ISBN 978-3404142163 (Language: German)
Culture:
- Eger - Pictures from Heves County, Budapest Art Publishing House, ISBN 963336440X , ISBN 978-9633364406 (Language: German)
Web links
- Eger - officially (Version: Hungarian)
Webcam
- Webcam in the city.
