The fortified site of Várhegy lies about 1 km southwest of Felsőnyék on the Tita stream, at the northern end of a ridge running from northwest to southeast; the hill rises 71 m above the valley. This local setting suits an interest in rural landscapes with a ridge and valley context.
You can rent a holiday apartment in Felsonyék.
Nature and Surroundings
Vár-hegy, Pusztavárdomb, Zsidó-hegy and Cikó-hegy are located in the vicinity of Felsőnyék.
History
During an excavation at Várhegy in 1934, medieval pottery sherds were recovered; the earthwork was identified as the fill of a demolished double brick wall. This gives the site a concrete connection for travelers interested in archaeologically documented cultural traces in Felsonyék.
Felsőnyék has been documented as an old settlement since 1186, initially associated with the provostry of Dömös and later with royal property.
The site at Várhegy is described as an early fortification that was later reused for a medieval castle; however, the early investigation did not establish a secure date.
Further destinations for your planning are Koppányszántó, Simontornya, Kalaznó, Regöly, Kisszékely, Nagykónyi, Miszla and Hőgyész.
