Discover Hőgyész: Churches, culture and countryside

Hőgyész lies in the southern part of the Tolnai Hegyhát, beside the Kapos Valley and in the valley of the Donát stream. Hills, valleys, forests and fishponds shape the landscape. You can plan your trip around a range of interests: religious buildings, a German ethnographic collection and designated nature attractions. This lets you decide in advance which topics matter most for your stay.

Landscape, nature and getting there

The Apponyi area has a park forest, a lookout point and a tourist trail designated for excursions and nature activities. Before visiting, check the current trail markings and access conditions. Hőgyész is on Road 65 between Tamási and Szekszárd and can be reached from several directions. The town is also accessible by train; it shares a railway station with the municipality of Szakály, three kilometres away. Check current train and bus timetables separately before deciding how to travel.

Churches and architectural history

The Roman Catholic Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Szent Kereszt felmagasztalása) in Hőgyész is a protected monument. The present-day Szent Kereszt Church was completed by 1799 with donations from Count Antal Apponyi and the local community. Its protected status, completion date and named donors each offer a different perspective on the church’s history.

The Csicsói Pilgrimage Church and Holy Well (Csicsói Kegytemplom és Szentkút) is a pilgrimage site belonging to the Hőgyész parish. Landowner Anton Mercy d’Argenteau had it built in 1745 in honour of the Holy Trinity and the Blessed Virgin Mary, Help of Christians. Check the current access regulations before visiting. Csicsó Chapel serves as the burial place of its builder, Anton Mercy.

Tájház and German collection

The Hőgyészi Német Nemzetiségi Gyűjtemény Tájháza consists of four rooms: three exhibition rooms and a pantry containing agricultural equipment, as well as some tools and utensils used in crafts. The collection displays original objects and furniture that were once in use. It also features mannequins wearing historic German costumes from Hőgyész, Kalaznó, Dúzs, Diósberény and Murga. The collection thus showcases both work and everyday items, as well as clothing from the five named places. Visits are possible by prior registration and appointment.

Activities, wine and hunting grounds

Rural tourism activities offered in Hőgyész include fishing, hunting and horse riding. Before your trip, ask the respective providers about current options. Access for hunting and wildlife viewing is subject to the operators’ requirements. The Hőgyész Forestry Authority manages wildlife in the 8,300-hectare Hőgyész hunting ground, which is designated as a hunting area with a special function. The authority describes its red deer population as one of the best in Hungary.

The Csicsó wine cellars are a stop on the Tolna Wine Route. Their operators offer visitors wines from vineyards on the slopes. If you plan a wine visit, ask in advance about current tasting options.

Note about Liechtenstein Castle

Liechtenstein Castle in Hőgyész is currently not operating and is for sale. If the castle affects your travel plans, check its current status in advance.

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For the broader travel overview: Tamási.