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Tar

Nógrád, Hungary · Europe

About Tar

Tar is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Pásztó, 60km from Danube Bend (Visegrád).

Tar is a town located in Nógrád, Hungary. With a population of 1,972, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Tar 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 Tar to your route.

About Tar

The Kecskés (Hungarian: Kecskés-patak) is a river in Nógrád County, in northern Hungary. It originates at 490 metres above sea level in the Cserhát range, southeast of Mátraverebély, and flows northward to Bátonyterenye, where it joins the Zagyva.

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What are the best things to do in Tar?

Tar offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Tar located?

Tar is located in Nógrád, Hungary, Europe. The coordinates are 47.9537 latitude, 19.7461 longitude.

What is the population of Tar?

Tar has a population of approximately 1,972 people, making it a town in Hungary.

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Quick Information

Population
1,972
Continent
Europe
Country
Hungary
Region
Nógrád
Timezone
Europe/Budapest
Coordinates
47.9537, 19.7461

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 Tar

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Hollókő

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

13 km · about 25 min 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.

21 km · about 25 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.

47 km · about 55 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.

47 km · about 55 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.

51 km · about 60 min drive

racetrack

Hungaroring

Tight and twisty circuit near Budapest, often called Monaco without walls

56 km · about 65 min drive

natural wonder

Danube Bend (Visegrád)

Where the Danube makes a dramatic S-shaped bend through forested hills, with the royal castle of Visegrád and the artists' town of Szentendre.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Tar

  • 21 kmKekestetoHungary'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.
  • 63 kmMegyeri 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.
  • 73 kmFisherman's BastionA fairy-tale neo-Romanesque terrace on Castle Hill offering the most iconic panoramic views over Budapest and the Danube.

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 Tar.

Mátraverebély

🇭🇺 Hungary

3 km awayPop. 2,197

Pásztó

🇭🇺 Hungary

5 km awayPop. 10,119

Bátonyterenye

🇭🇺 Hungary

7 km awayPop. 14,214

Szurdokpüspöki

🇭🇺 Hungary

11 km awayPop. 1,947

Ecseg

🇭🇺 Hungary

12 km awayPop. 1,142

Kazár

🇭🇺 Hungary

14 km awayPop. 2,080

Jobbágyi

🇭🇺 Hungary

14 km awayPop. 2,329

Nógrádmegyer

🇭🇺 Hungary

16 km awayPop. 1,571

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