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Ipolytarnóc Fossils

The Ipolytarnóc Fossils Nature Conservation Area is globally recognized as a significant paleontological site. This showcase site, which holds a European Diploma, is known as an area buried by a volcanic catastrophe 20 million years ago, often referred to as the "ancient Pompeii."

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  • Cash
  • Hungary Card
  • Szállás.hu Programtourism
  • TEKA
  • WIFI
  • Parking available
  • Electric car charging
  • Accept credit card

Target group

  • School trips
  • Multigenerational activities
  • Couples
  • Families with small children
  • Friend groups
  • Adult friendly
  • Families with older children
  • Elderly people

Other services

  • Type of sight
    • visitor center
  • Recommended
    • for adventurers
    • for children
    • for newly-weds
    • for couples
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  • How much time does it require?
    • 3-4 hours
  • Is it guided?
    • guided
  • Is it free?
    • ticket purchase is required
  • Do you have to book in advance?
    • can be visited without booking
  • Theme of visitor center
    • geology
  • Services of visitor center
    • gift shop
    • snack bar
    • movie screenings
    • local product shop
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Other things to do nearby


Parking information

  • Free outdoor parking available
  • Electric car charging available (for a fee)
  • Free bus parking available

Sustainability steps based on the criteria system of the Good Travel Seal qualification

GTS Icon Food & Products
34%
GTS Icon Caring for people
60%
GTS Icon Good employment
40%
GTS Icon Reducing pollution
25%
GTS Icon Caring for climate
34%
GTS Icon Reducing waste
39%
GTS Icon Caring for water
32%
GTS Icon Caring for nature
100%
GTS Icon Caring for culture
88%
GTS Icon Management & Information
24%