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Esztergom Basilica

Esztergom, Hungary

History

Hungary’s largest church, a neoclassical dome on Castle Hill above the Danube and the bridge to Slovakia. Climb into the dome for the panorama and visit the treasury; parking is below the hill.

Nearest town
Esztergom, Hungary
Category
History & culture
GPS
47.7983, 18.7355
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Hungary: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Gran-Camping & BungalowCampsite
    1 km from Esztergom Basilica
    TentsCaravansShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Vadas Thermal ResortCampsite
    1 km from Esztergom Basilica
    TentsCaravans
  • Ipolykapu KempingCampsite
    10 km from Esztergom Basilica
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Vizi kempCampsite
    14 km from Esztergom Basilica
    TentsCaravans
  • Dömös CampingCampsite
    14 km from Esztergom Basilica
    ElectricityWi-Fi
  • Kék Duna Autós CampingCampsite
    17 km from Esztergom Basilica
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowers

All campsites in Hungary · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Esztergom Basilica?

Esztergom Basilica is in Esztergom, Hungary, at GPS 47.7983, 18.7355. It is about 18 km from Visegrád.

Can you camp near Esztergom Basilica?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Gran-Camping & Bungalow, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 22 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Esztergom Basilica?

Esztergom Basilica is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Danube Bend: Szentendre, Visegrád and Esztergom.

What is there to see near Esztergom Basilica?

Places worth a stop nearby: Visegrád Citadel (18 km), Hungarian Open Air Museum (26 km), Szentendre Old Town (29 km) and Buda Castle (41 km).

When is the best time to visit Esztergom Basilica?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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