Must See Hungary - Eger

A beautifully preserved baroque town, Eger has a relaxed, Mediterranean feel. Flanked by two of the Northern Uplands' splendid hill ranges and home to the celebrated Egri Bikavér (Eger Bull's Blood) wine, there's no doubt Eger is worth that long daytrip from Budapest.

There's something interesting around every corner in Eger and the centre is closed to traffic making it perfect to explore on foot. Heaps of Hungarians make the hike to Eger to pay homage to their ancestors who fended off the Turks for the first time during the 170 years of Turkish occupation.

Terrific views of the town can be seen from 13th-century Eger Castle. Scanning the town you'll see Eger Cathedral and a Minaret with 100 narrow spiral stairs twisting claustrophobically to the top.