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Nagykovácsi

Pest County, Hungary · Europe

About Nagykovácsi

Nagykovácsi works well as a base: 5 minutes from Solymár, 15km from Buda Castle.

Nagykovácsi is a town located in Pest County, Hungary. With a population of 8,757, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Nagykovácsi 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 Nagykovácsi to your route.

About Nagykovácsi

Nagykovácsi (German: Großkowatsch) is a small town located in Budakeszi District, in the western part of Pest county, central Hungary. It is situated some 15 km (9 mi) north-west of the centre of Budapest, in a valley. According to the 2011 census, the population amounted to 7095, though this figure does not include

Read more individuals who own property as a secondary residence in the town. Nagykovácsi today attracts tourists and new residents alike, due to its proximity to Budapest, attractive and peaceful setting, surrounding by hills and forests. Some of the nearby areas have been designated conservation areas—Budai Tájvédelmi Körzet (the "Buda Land Protection Area")—in order to protect several of its rare species of flora. Its location has contributed to the town's development in recent decade. The American International School of Budapest chose Nagykovácsi as the site for its new campus in 2000.

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Where is Nagykovácsi located?

Nagykovácsi is located in Pest County, Hungary, Europe. The coordinates are 47.5814 latitude, 18.8855 longitude.

What is the population of Nagykovácsi?

Nagykovácsi has a population of approximately 8,757 people, making it a town in Hungary.

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Quick Information

Population
8,757
Continent
Europe
Country
Hungary
Region
Pest County
Timezone
Europe/Budapest
Coordinates
47.5814, 18.8855

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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Tags

EuropeHungaryPest CountyTown

Worth the detour from Nagykovácsi

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

cathedral

Matthias Church

A richly decorated Gothic church in Budapest's Castle District with colorful Zsolnay ceramic roof tiles.

14 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Fisherman's Bastion

A fairy-tale neo-Romanesque terrace on Castle Hill offering the most iconic panoramic views over Budapest and the Danube.

14 km · about 25 min drive

bridge

Megyeri Bridge

Hungary's longest cable-stayed bridge sweeps the M0 motorway across the Danube north of Budapest, its twin 100 m pylons forming a striking modern gateway to the capital.

14 km · about 25 min drive

castle

Buda Castle

The historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings on Castle Hill in Budapest, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

15 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Hungarian Parliament Building

A breathtaking neo-Gothic masterpiece on the Danube riverbank and one of the largest parliament buildings in the world.

15 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

St Stephen's Basilica

Neoclassical basilica in Budapest with a dome offering panoramic city views, housing the mummified right hand of St Stephen.

15 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Széchenyi Chain Bridge

Budapest's most iconic bridge and the first permanent crossing of the Danube between Buda and Pest, a symbol of Hungarian national pride.

15 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Széchenyi Thermal Baths

One of the largest public thermal bath complexes in Europe, a grand neo-baroque palace filled with steaming mineral-rich pools.

16 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Nagykovácsi

  • Right hereFisherman's BastionA fairy-tale neo-Romanesque terrace on Castle Hill offering the most iconic panoramic views over Budapest and the Danube.
  • Right hereMegyeri BridgeHungary's longest cable-stayed bridge sweeps the M0 motorway across the Danube north of Budapest, its twin 100 m pylons forming a striking modern gateway to the capital.

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

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