Programmes
Dear Guests! Fertő region, the town of Sopron and the Eastern Alps offer so much to discover and experience near and far, within and outside our borders. Choose from the countless exciting programs, excursions and sights in the area! We wish you a pleasant stay!
The thermal bath of Hegykő is situated in the protected natural surroundings of Fertő Region awaiting its guests all year with inside and outside pools as well as the medicinal water of excellent quality, providing the opportunity for healing, sports, relaxing and recreation.
The Iron Curtain Memorial is about 2 km from our hotel. It was rebuilt partly using original materials at its original location. It can be freely visited at any time on foot, by bike or by car, even horse-carriage.
In the museum near the church, just 800 meters from Hotel Tornácos, more than a hundred examples of lace art from Hövej are exhibited. The house itself, which is more than 100 years old, is also a curiosity: thanks to its ovens and historic rooms, visitors can take a journey back in time.
One of Hegykő's specialties is the '1 DROP' brandy house, having won numerous awards since its foundation. The distillery is housed in the 108-year-old 'Machine House' building on the territory of Fertő-Hanság National Park, and the building itself was awarded 'the most beautiful house in the Fertő region' in 2014.
Would you like to go fishing? Fortunately, you can also indulge into this passion while staying with us. Fishing enthusiasts will find a fishing lake on the east side of the village in quiet surroundings.
From Hegykő to the park of Esterházy Castle in Fertőd and backThe adventure train runs from Hegykő to Fertőd every Tuesday and Saturday at 5:00 p.m. During the excursion, participants can enjoy the landscape during a guided tour and get to know interesting sights along the way.
Diana Tislér is a nature conservation engineer and excursion leader at Lake Fertő, in Hanság, in the Leitha Mountains and also in the Bakony-region. According to Dia: 'I see myself as a kind of an interpreter. I translate the results of scientific work into the language of everyday people.'
Off the beaten track! Hiking map of Hegykő and its neighbourhood. We invite you to hike in the surroundings of Hegykő and its neighbour settlements Fertőszéplak, Fertőhomok as well as Hidegség and Fertőboz!
The charming little villages of Mexikópuszta and Fertőújlak – this stretch of a few kilometers is the essence of the national park. Crossing the main Hanság channel and reaching Sarród, we can observe rare plants, bird species, protected species of butterflies as well as traditional Hungarian domestic animals (racka sheep, buffalo, gray cattle). Visitor centers such as Kócsagvár and Lászlómajor await visitors, and architecture lovers can admire the features of the rural Baroque style.
Lászlómajor, the former economic center of the Esterházy family, is located in the Fertő-Hanság National Park, next to the village of Sarród. Since the summer of 2012, the farm, which was founded around 150 years ago, has been welcoming tourists, groups of adults and children with new functions and surroundings.
Our neighborhood is a true paradise for cycling enthusiasts. Anyone who joins the cycle path leading directly past Hotel Tornácos can take a bike trip around Lake Fertő on the designated bike roads. The total circle is about 120 kilometers, which can even be accomplished in one single day.
On the west side of Lake Fertő, the tour organizers present the almost undisturbed wildlife of the surrounding reed belts, canals and inland lakes.
Boat trip from Rust or Mörbisch with comfortable, partially covered boats. The price includes the 60-minute cruise, accompanied by the captain's briefing. The boat trip is free for children under 6.
The railway runs between Nagycenk and Fertőboz, and is located near the Széchenyi Palace (about 9 km from Hotel Tornácos). Service is provided by children. Although the route of the museum railway is only 3.600 meters long, it is very popular among railway enthusiasts young and old.
In the animal and nature conservation park Visitors have the opportunity to get to know a wide range of animal species: the park is home to storks, peacocks, geese and ducks as well as bears, lynxes, jackals, wolves and birds, wild boars and many others. 16 km from Hotel Tornácos
The Zoo presents almost 180 individuals of more than 60 animal species from six continents in a natural environment and sufficient habitat. Situated approximately 30 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos
It has a 3-level adventure course with 90 elements on 5, 10 and 17 meters high. A spectacular climbing and adventure course of about 1 kilometer long with the most modern safety technology awaits all brave applicants desiring an adrenaline rush.
Spectacular brewery where Guests can enjoy the impressive view of the beer production facilities while drinking on site. Those interested can find out about brewing processes and products on guided brewery tours.
Pay a visit to the nearby Fertőboz to get a closer look at traditional winemaking techniques in the Széchenyi Cellar, built in 1812 by the father of the "Greatest Hungarian." Wine tastings are offered at both the winery and Hotel Tornácos.
Cave theater, theme park and event venue – just 20 km from Hotel Tornácos. The Quarry and Cave Theater in Fertőrákos consists of two large units. The Cave Theater is a unique theater and concert venue with a very special atmosphere. The Quarry and Theme Park presents indoor and outdoor exhibitions that showcase the natural, paleontological and petrological values of the region.
Five country houses can we find in Fertőszéplak, as beautiful examples of rural baroque architecture along the Fertő-region. The five buildings are the most beautiful houses with verandas on the main street of Fertőszéplak built at the end of the 19th century.
Visitors are welcome to have a look at József Haragovics’s private collection of railway lamps exhibited in a cottage with veranda built at the beginning of the last century, in Fertőszéplak.
The summer bobsleigh course, opened in 1996, is great fun for young and old. It is about 15 km from Hotel Tornácos.
The Racing Arena offers a great entertainment opportunity for locals and visitors of Sopron - for children, adults and families!
The sweet, secret world of chocolate making is revealed in a pleasant atmosphere: all you have to do is sign up for a chocolate tasting!
Lighthouse, beach and amusement park (approx. 38 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos)
Rust is the town of storks, the jewel of Lake Fertő (approx. 34 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos).
water stage, beach and port (approx. 40 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos)
The most popular holiday resort in the Austrian Fertő region with a wide range of water sports and shopping opportunities.
Main sights: Esterházy Castle, Calvary, the pedestrian streets of the old town (approx. 40 km from Hotel Tornácos)
'AdventureEmpire' (in a distance of about 7 km from Hotel Tornácos) is an entertainment centre with games, an interactive exhibition, a teddy bear room, an escape room and an observation point.
Every year from 1 April, one of the largest theme parks in Austria awaits visitors: with more than 80 themed games and shows, a petting zoo, a fairytale forest and numerous restaurants. About 32 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos.
A four-story science playhouse in a 300-year-old historic granary designed for all ages! It is to be found about 53 km from Hotel Tornácos.
In the 'Sonnentherme' adventure swimming pool (approx. 36 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos) visitors find offers for the young and old. On 3,000m² of water with indoor and outdoor pools, exciting slides and a relaxation area for mom and dad, a visit to the Sonnentherme swimming pool will be an unforgettable experience.
The beautiful surroundings of the Fertő landscape offer a breathtaking view also from the air! Sky View Aviation awaits those interested with high-quality services, sightseeing flights, pilot training, aircraft rental and experienced staff at the family-friendly private airport in Fertőszentmiklós, just 10 minutes from Hotel Tornácos. Guests of our hotel receive a discount of 5%!
The adventure tour offers the opportunity to discover the Sopron wine region, take a closer look at the vineyards, and admire the landscape.
Twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays starting at 9 a.m.
There's a lot going on on the disused railway line between Neckenmarkt and Oberpullendorf in Central Burgenland in the warmer months. Nowhere else can you explore the home of the Blaufränkisch as well as on the railway. Like a bicycle, these handcars are powered by pedals.
In the Mönichkirchen - Mariensee ski area, mountaineers can whiz down the mountain on giant scooters or mountain carts on a 2.5 km long route from spring to autumn. The ski area welcomes winter sports enthusiasts from autumn to spring. Approx. 57 kilometers from Hotel Tornácos
Climbing, cycling, rollercoaster rides or even skiing and really good food: the whole family can spend an unforgettable day outdoors in the adventure park in St. Corona am Wechsel (approx. 80 kilometers from the Hotel Tornácos).
In the Eis-Greissler factory in Krumbach (approx. 60 km from Hotel Tornácos), visitors can not only taste the ice cream, but also experience it. The whole family can spend an unforgettable day of fun and games in the adventure park - on the water playground, on the tractor track or on the bouncy cushions among many others.
Roundtrip in the 'Hohe Wand' Nature Park, with a petting zoo, observation tower, Skywalk viewing terrace. It is also an ideal destination for families. Approx. 75 km from Hotel Tornácos
In 1897 the very first cog railway train steamed serenely up the highest mountain in Lower Austria: the Schneeberg. Today the departure point for trips up the Schneeberg is the modern tourism portal. In just 40 minutes the modern Salamander train whisks passengers up to Hochschneeberg station at an elevation of 1800 m. Puchberg am Schneeberg is approx. 88 km from Hotel Tornácos.
PARNDORF DESIGNER OUTLET - Parndorf, about 40 km from Hotel Tornácos SHOPPING CITY SÜD - Vösendorf, about 64 km from Hotel Tornácos
Rax, a very popular hiking area in the Vienna Alps, offers great opportunities for anyone who wants to hike both in winter and summer. The hilly plateau, lined with high rock faces at an altitude of over 1,500 meters, is an ideal starting point for a variety of tours, thanks to the large cabin cable car, which is also in operation in winter. Approx. 75 km from Hotel Tornácos
The Semmering Railway is over 160 years old. What distinguishes the 41 kilometer long railway line from Gloggnitz to Mürzzuschlag is not just its proud age: it was the first mountain railway in the world in 1854 and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998. Approx. 100 km from Hotel Tornácos
The Myrafälle Waterfall runs from a height of 125 meters in the Muggendorf area of the Vienna Alps. Visitors can follow the roaring water on 26 winding bridges, platforms and stairs. Approx. 92 km from Hotel Tornácos