Vérteskozma
It is interesting that the permanent population of the village is less than twenty people, making it one of the most prominent holiday villages in Hungary.
The settlement and its surroundings are also rich in natural beauty and historical values.
The settlement and its surroundings are also rich in natural beauty and historical values.
Below we share with you some information about the attractions, history and things to do:
Basic information
Vérteskozma is located in the north-western part of the Vértes Mountains, in the valley of the Gánti stream.
The settlement is located about 50-60 kilometres west of Budapest, nearby towns include Szárliget and Csákvár.
Vérteskozma is surrounded by hills, forests and natural beauty.
The Vértes Mountains offer plenty of hiking and excursion opportunities.
The area’s beautiful landscapes, forests and nature reserves attract nature lovers, hikers and cyclists.
Szentkúti Church:A beautiful old church located in the centre of the village.
Szárliget Arboretum: In the nearby village of Szárliget there is an arboretum where you can see various plant rarities and trees.
Vérteskozmár Arboretum: The municipality itself boasts an arboretum with a variety of tree species and plants.
The history of Vérteskozma is deeply rooted in the past. There are also archaeological finds in the area, which suggest that people lived here as early as the Stone Age. The name of the settlement may also refer to the people who lived here and made stone marbles (stone tools).
The Vértes Mountains offer plenty of opportunities for active recreation, such as hiking, cycling, forest walks and nature photography.
Places to visit
The Szentkúti Church, a beautifully restored building, is located in the centre of the village. The church was built in the neo-Gothic style and preserves many historical and religious values.
The town’s arboretum boasts a number of rare plant species. Visitors can walk along the different plant themes and learn about the flora of the area.
The Gánti stream valley offers a stunning natural environment. Here you can walk in the woods, admire the hidden places along the banks of the stream and enjoy the silence.
The nature park in the Vértes Mountains offers excellent opportunities for hiking and excursions. A number of trails and nature trails help visitors to discover nature.
A few kilometres away is the Mayan Hermitage.
A curiosity in Europe, the monument is now fully restored and restored to its former glory. Perhaps the legacy of the Mayk hermits is also the strange reverence that the centuries-old walls exude, and which has an effect on all visitors. With the help of the period interiors, interactive elements of the exhibitions and the digital Visual Guide app, visitors can get a glimpse into the closed world of the monks who once lived here in a vow of silence.
