Explore Pilis’ new church and ancient monastery ruins. Experience unique spiritual blends and breathtaking views on a guided tour from Budapest.
Explore Pilis’ new church and ancient monastery ruins. Experience unique spiritual blends and breathtaking views on a guided tour from Budapest.
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Pilisi Boldogasszony-kápolna - The path, known as Startrail, leads to the Church of Pilis, offering breathtaking views. Unlike the stations of Christ, this path highlights key figures in Hungarian history, with their likenesses intricately carved into wood.
Why was this church constructed here?
Are Hungarians descendants of Attila’s Huns?
When did…
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Pilisi Boldogasszony-kápolna - The path, known as Startrail, leads to the Church of Pilis, offering breathtaking views. Unlike the stations of Christ, this path highlights key figures in Hungarian history, with their likenesses intricately carved into wood.
Why was this church constructed here?
Are Hungarians descendants of Attila’s Huns?
When did we settle in present-day Hungary?
What did our original runic script look like?
Who are the MAGYARs?
COME and SEE
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Ruins of Budaszentlorinc Pauline Monastery - Established in 1300, it once housed the remains of St. Paul! Known for miraculous healings, it gained nationwide fame and remained active for over two centuries until the Ottoman invasion.
Visitors can explore the ruins, where a truly mystical atmosphere lingers. This place genuinely has a unique charm.
Discover the only monastic order founded in Hungary: the Paulians! Founded by Ozseb 800 years ago, he united the hermits of the area into a religious community, which continues to thrive today.
- Kaán Károly-kilátó - SHORT HIKE TO VIEWPOINT – OPTIONAL, FREE: After enjoying a meal at one of the nearby buffets, take an optional (same fee) 1.1 km walk to a stunning viewpoint. From there, admire the mountains on one side and the city on the other! The total distance is 2.2 km with a 110 m elevation change, making it truly worthwhile! Rated 4.8 by 1,448 visitors.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch
- Lunch
Explore the newly-constructed Church of Pilis, offering stunning views and a sense of history at the ruins of an ancient monastery. This guided tour from Budapest combines history and religion.
Experience modern spirituality alongside an ancient Christian monastery. Begin by discovering a unique Hungarian blend of religions, including native shamanism,…
Explore the newly-constructed Church of Pilis, offering stunning views and a sense of history at the ruins of an ancient monastery. This guided tour from Budapest combines history and religion.
Experience modern spirituality alongside an ancient Christian monastery. Begin by discovering a unique Hungarian blend of religions, including native shamanism, Christianity, and Hinduism, influenced by esoteric teachings. Then, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a 700-year-old monastery’s ruins. Finally, optionally hike to a captivating viewpoint overlooking the lush forests and Budapest!
Enjoy a simple lunch along the way!
This is a relatively new program, but the operator has over 21 years of guiding experience and is known for being friendly and knowledgeable, having hosted guests from 57 countries. Also an avid traveler (see pic. no. 6).
Google ratings: Church 4.9 from 357 visitors, Monastery 4.7 from 128, Viewpoint 4.8 from 1448.
Don’t take a chance, just join!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.