The town of Sopron
 The town of Sopron, with approximately 55,000 inhabitants on Brook Ikva, between the Sopron Mountains and Lake Fertő, is one of the oldest and richest towns in terms of architectural monuments, as well as the most attractive settlements in Hungary. The view of the town centre is still dominated by several medieval churches; almost every house is a historical building with gables and spacious courtyards, whilst the narrow, mainly pedestrian streets give you a special atmosphere. There are fascinating 13th and 14th century houses and churches for enthusiasts of Gothic architecture. A medieval window or part of a Roman wall appears time and again amongst Baroque, Rococo and Classicist buildings. The centre is a living collection of different architectural styles.
The Fire-watch Tower, the symbol of the town, was given its present form after the fire of 1676. In the Main Square the Storno House and its exhibition can be seen, while in Orsolya Square, a well-known arcaded house is worth visiting. The different noble mansions are witness to the fact that Sopron was also a highly popular place of residence among the families of Hungarian aristocracy.
The curative and fresh air of the natural environment, the sub-alpine climate, the hiking routes of the wooded hillsides, the “Károly” look-out tower, the mountain springs, and the proximity of Lake Fertő, make Sopron one of the most beautiful and pleasant holiday resorts of Hungary. The Lővérek, the hilly area south of the town, is the most fascinating and most distinguished rest and recuperation area of Sopron. Calm forests with spruces, oaks and chestnuts, lilies of the valley and cyclamens, hiking paths and lookout towers - these are the attractions of the Lővérek.
Program facilities:
recommended or guided walking tours through the town centre
wine-tasting at different wineries
walking and hiking in the Lővérek
visiting the “Hungarian Versailles”, the Esterházy group of Baroque Palace on Fertőd
travelling to Nagycenk to see the Baroque mansion of the Count Széchenyi family
cruising on Lake Fertő
bathing in the spa complex at Bük
playing golf at the near Bükfürdő
during summer time check for different performances at the cave theatre at Fertőrákos
QualityPlant’s tour-operator will organize and give you detailed information about any of the above-mentioned programs at your request. In the case of any general inquiries we will provide you with all useful information you may need about the town and its surroundings and any possible free-time program. We can also follow up your personal inquiries. Please ask for our up-to-date programs, festival and concert schedules by Contacting us.
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