At the confluence of the Tisza and Bodrog rivers, a unique microclimate gives Tokaj wine,renowned worldwide,its distinctive flavour. In the unmissable Rákóczi Cellar, thousands of oak barrels of this iconic sweet white wine age in the humid atmosphere of galleries carved into volcanic rock. Be sure to visit before setting off on your river cruise, so you can stock up on Tokaji Aszú. To learn more about the wine that Louis XIV famously called “the wine of kings and the king of wines,” don’t miss the Tokaj Museum.
As you sail upstream on the Bodrog River, you'll pass vineyards, meadows, and marshes in the heart of the protected Tokaj-Bodrogzug area, a haven for migratory birds. From the deck of your license-free boat, scan the riverbanks in search of eagles, corncrakes, and storks... The village also hosts several wine cellars where you can taste the renowned Tokaj wines.
As you continue along the Bodrog, the Red Tower (Vörös torony), a medieval keep from the 15th century, comes into view. Visit the Rákóczi Palace, rebuilt from the 16th century,a true Renaissance jewel. Other must-sees include the Reformed College (Református Kollégium), the Gothic Vártemplom, and the Végardó Fürdő thermal baths, great for a family break.
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Close to the Budapest Airport