Pilis Mountains

Pilis Mountains is a mountainous region in the Transdanubian Mountains.[1] Its highest peak is Pilis-tető at 756 meters (2,480 ft). It is a popular hiking destination in Hungary.[2][3]

Location of Pilis Mountains within physical subdivisions of Hungary
Pilis Mountains as seen from Dorog

It is the direct southern neighbour of the Visegrád Mountains which are based on volcanic rocks while Pilis is sedimentary.

History of the region

The region used to be a hunting area for the mediaeval kings of Hungary. Numerous hunting lodges have survived. One of the most frequented areas was around the village Pilisszentkereszt.

Mountains of the range
  • Pilis Summit, the second highest point of Transdanubia.
  • Kevélyek Range
  • Csikóváralja

References
  1. "Bakony Mountains". Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. 2008. Retrieved 2008-05-26.
  2. "Hungary - Sports and recreation". Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. 2008. Retrieved 2008-05-26.
  3. "Hungarian Rhapsody". Forbes. 2005-08-26. Retrieved 2008-05-26.

47.7319°N 18.9185°E / 47.7319; 18.9185


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