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Mátraderecske

Heves County, Hungary · Europe

About Mátraderecske

Mátraderecske works well as a base: 10 minutes from Parád, 23km from Eger Castle.

Mátraderecske is a town located in Heves County, Hungary. With a population of 2,232, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Mátraderecske sits in Hungary, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Budapest time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mátraderecske to your route.

About Mátraderecske

Szajla is a village in Heves County, Hungary.

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Where is Mátraderecske located?

Mátraderecske is located in Heves County, Hungary, Europe. The coordinates are 47.9500 latitude, 20.0833 longitude.

What is the population of Mátraderecske?

Mátraderecske has a population of approximately 2,232 people, making it a town in Hungary.

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Quick Information

Population
2,232
Continent
Europe
Country
Hungary
Region
Heves County
Timezone
Europe/Budapest
Coordinates
47.9500, 20.0833

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Hungary

Police
107
Ambulance
104
Fire
105
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

e-vignette required for motorways. Zero alcohol limit for drivers.

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Worth the detour from Mátraderecske

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Kekesteto

Hungary's highest point at 1,014 m in the Matra range, reached by a winding forest road to a TV tower lookout: the summit stripe on the asphalt is a beloved photo stop for drivers and cyclists.

10 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Eger Castle

A heroic 16th-century fortress famous for its legendary defense against the Ottoman siege, set above a charming baroque town with thermal baths.

23 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Eger Thermal Baths

A complex of Turkish-era and modern thermal baths in the baroque town of Eger, with mineral-rich waters used for healing since Ottoman times.

23 km · about 25 min drive

waterfall

Szalajka Valley & Fátyol Waterfall

A limestone valley at Szilvásvárad in the Bükk hills where the Veil Waterfall spills over 17 m of travertine terraces; a narrow-gauge forest railway runs from the village to trout ponds and the falls.

28 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Hollókő

A UNESCO-preserved Palóc village of whitewashed houses with wooden balconies, famous for its traditional Easter Festival celebrations.

37 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Mátraderecske

  • Right hereKekestetoHungary's highest point at 1,014 m in the Matra range, reached by a winding forest road to a TV tower lookout: the summit stripe on the asphalt is a beloved photo stop for drivers and cyclists.

Driving in Hungary

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.58/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €16 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mátraderecske.

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