Turul Monument: Guardian of Tatabánya
Soaring symbol of Hungarian pride: The Turul statue in Tatabánya offers history, stunning views, and a connection to Magyar legends.
The Turul Monument in Tatabánya is a striking bronze statue of the Turul, a mythical bird of prey central to Hungarian folklore. Perched atop Stone Mountain since 1907, it commemorates the Magyar's arrival in the Carpathian Basin and offers panoramic views.
A brief summary to Turul lépcső /Stairway to Turul Bird
- Tatabánya, 2800, HU
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for the walk up to the statue and for exploring the surrounding nature trails.
- Bring a camera to capture the panoramic views of Tatabánya and the surrounding region.
- Visit the nearby Szelim Cave to explore the geological features of the Vértes and Gerecse mountains.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Tatabánya train station or the Fő tér bus stop, head north along Komáromi Street, following the Red (P) trail. Turn right onto Álmos vezér Street and continue following the Red (P) trail to reach the statue. The walk is approximately 1.4-1.5 km with an elevation gain of 140-150 meters. This will take you to the Gerecse Kapuja Visitor Center, from where you can easily access the statue. Parking is available near the statue.
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Public Transport
Take a local bus from Tatabánya to the Gerecse Kapuja Látogatóközpont (Visitor Center). From there, it's a short walk to the Turul statue. Bus tickets within Tatabánya typically cost around 300-400 HUF.
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Taxi
From Tatabánya city center, a taxi ride to the Turul Monument will be approximately 5-6 km. A 5km taxi ride in Tatabánya costs about 2200 HUF. Taxi fares have a base fee of 700 HUF, plus 300 HUF per kilometer.
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