Sárvár

Vas vármegye egyik legszebb kisvárosa, lakosainak száma 15 ezer. A nyugati határvidékről a Balaton irányába tartó, 84. számú főút mentén fekszik. Nevét arról a földvárról kapta, amelyet a IX. század végén építettek honfoglaló őseink a Rába és a Gyöngyös összefolyásánál. A vár azóta is jelentős szerepet játszik a település történelmében. A Nádasdy család kora kulturális központjává tette a várat, iskolát építtetett, udvarába művészeket, gondolkodókat hívott meg. Ma a vár számos kulturális rendezvénynek ad otthont: nemzetközi folklór- és fúvósfesztivál, Nádasdy fesztivál, színházi esték, motorostalálkozó.
A város azonban nemcsak kultúrtörténeti és építészeti emlékekben bővelkedik. A gyógyulást, felüdülést kereső vendégeket világszínvonalú gyógyfürdő várja, melynek vize többféle területen fejti ki jótékony gyógyító hatását.
Sárvár környéke is számos látnivalót kínál. A Rába hazánk egyik utolsó szabályozatlan vízitúra útvonala. A környék erdei várják a gyalogos, kerékpáros és lovas túrázókat. A falvak számos építészeti és kultúrtörténeti emléket kínálnak.

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Sárvár Spa and Wellness Centre Opened in 2002, this international-standard Spa and Wellness Centre caters to every need. It offers a wide range of therapeutic, health-preserving, and recreational services for visitors. And while these are very popular – and vital for health – let’s not forget Sárvár’s traditional attraction, the thermal water, which awaits those seeking healing in covered and semi-covered pools.

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Nádasdy Ferenc Museum The Nádasdy Castle in Sárvár is one of Hungary's historic monuments that has survived the storms of centuries in perfect condition. The castle's and museum's most beautiful room is the ceremonial hall built by Ferenc III Nádasdy. The ceiling frescoes, completed in 1653, depict the battles fought between 1591 and 1602 by Ferenc II Nádasdy, the famous 'Black Bey', a hero of the wars against the Turks. The museum's decorative arts collection is also diverse. The hussar history exhibition is Europe's only standalone hussar exhibition open to visitors. The map history exhibition features original map engravings from the 16th to 18th centuries, depicting Hungary and its surroundings. Take the time to discover the treasures of the museum. Step through the gateway to timeless secrets! It's worth it.

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Sárvár Tourist & TDM Nonprofit Ltd. The office provides information on accommodation and dining options, transport, events, programmes, natural and historical attractions, services, and opening hours. Free tourist brochures. Books about Sárvár for sale. Rental of bicycles, pedelecs/e-bikes, e-scooters, segways, and Nordic Walking poles.

Magyarország, 9600 Sárvár, Kossuth tér 8

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Ferenc Nádasdy Museum

The Nádasdy Castle in Sárvár is one of Hungary's historic monuments that has survived the storms of centuries in perfect condition. The castle's and museum's most beautiful room is the ceremonial hall built by Ferenc III Nádasdy. The ceiling frescoes, completed in 1653, depict the battles fought between 1591 and 1602 by Ferenc II Nádasdy, the famous 'Black Bey', a hero of the wars against the Turks. The museum's decorative arts collection is also diverse. The hussar history exhibition is Europe's only standalone hussar exhibition open to visitors. The map history exhibition features original map engravings from the 16th to 18th centuries, depicting Hungary and its surroundings. Take the time to discover the treasures of the museum. Step through the gateway to timeless secrets! It's worth it.
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Vadkert Major, horse riding

Vadkert Major is located in Sárvár, 150 metres from the thermal and adventure spa, in a green area near the Boating Lake. Its main activity is providing comprehensive equestrian services. Horse riding lessons are available even for beginners. Advanced riders can explore the local attractions on full-day tours. As a central feature of the Vadkert Riding School, our 64*63 m all-season equestrian competition arena was officially opened in September 2014.
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Sárvár Arboretum

The Sárvár Arboretum is one of Hungary's oldest collections, and among the arboretums of Vas County, the earliest written records can be found in Sárvár. The predecessor of the current arboretum was established in 1546 as an orchard and vegetable garden. Gardening flourished until 1671, when Ferenc III Nádasdy, the then Chief Justice, was executed for his involvement in the Wesselényi Conspiracy, and his estates were confiscated. This led to the decline of the renowned garden, but a few fruit trees and interspersed oaks preserved the memory of its beginnings. In 1803, the castle garden came into knowledgeable hands once again. Archduke Ferdinand of Este-Modena, a member of the Habsburg family, purchased the castle along with its surrounding lands. It was a challenging yet rewarding task to recreate the old garden, which had fallen into ruin, on its original foundations. Part of the area was replanted with orchards, while the rest gradually transformed into an English-style park, preserving the ancient oaks and old trees. The plane trees from the first planting in 1812 now have trunk diameters exceeding three metres. In line with the fashion of the time, yews, Japanese pagoda trees, and limes were predominantly planted. The Gyöngyös Stream, which flows through the area, and the fishpond helped maintain a favourable climate for the park's plants and ensured a constant groundwater level.
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Sárvár Adventure Park

Sárvár Adventure Park is located right next to the spa complex, where every member of the family can find a suitable option among the 7 zipline courses. You can also try tree climbing, where a route with artificial holds leads up the trunk and branches. Traditional hunting bows are available to try, along with bows for both children and adults. At the lakeside mini gold panning area, you can discover 10-12 types of crystals – all you need is a bit of luck. For those with a fear of heights who prefer to stay on the ground, two unique outdoor escape games await, offering thrilling challenges that require creative problem-solving. The mission involves achieving a specific goal using various tasks, ingenious mechanisms, and objects. Each game lasts 45 minutes and must be completed as a team.
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Sárvár Arena

The sports and event centre, as well as the cinema, offers active entertainment across nearly 5,000 square metres.
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Sárvár Tourist & TDM Nonprofit Ltd.

The office provides information on accommodation and dining options, transport, events, programmes, natural and historical attractions, services, and opening hours. Free tourist brochures. Books about Sárvár for sale. Rental of bicycles, pedelecs/e-bikes, e-scooters, segways, and Nordic Walking poles.
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Sárvár Boating Lake

In the southern part of Sárvár lies a lake system consisting of four lakes, covering a water surface of nine hectares. Numerous islands and peninsulas await exploration – whether on foot or by boat, you can set out to discover the area. Located less than a 15-minute walk from the town centre, the Boating Lake is the most popular spot for locals and visitors alike, offering a variety of attractions, restaurants, and leisure activities for those looking to unwind. At the boathouse, you can rent electric boats and water dodgems. The entire lake can be explored with these new devices. Traditional watercraft such as boats, canoes, and pedal boats are also available for hire.
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Sárvár Spa and Wellness Centre

Opened in 2002, this international-standard Spa and Wellness Centre caters to every need. It offers a wide range of therapeutic, health-preserving, and recreational services for visitors. And while these are very popular – and vital for health – let’s not forget Sárvár’s traditional attraction, the thermal water, which awaits those seeking healing in covered and semi-covered pools.
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Sihu, the sightseeing mini train

Sihu, the sightseeing mini train is a transport vehicle specifically designed for tourists, meeting European standards, and is a tourist attraction in itself. The mini train has 2 carriages with a capacity for 56 passengers. It covers the 13 km route in approximately 50 minutes within the city. The route has been designed to ensure easy access to the main tourist attractions, hotels, restaurants, and guesthouses. This custom-made train offers uninterrupted relaxation and an unforgettable experience for everyone.
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House of Music

In the courtyard of the classical-style building of the Koncz János Elementary Art School, the exciting and modern House of Music has opened its doors, showcasing innovative architectural solutions both inside and out, and catering to almost every cultural concert need. The House of Music is a 21st-century facility designed to host high-quality cultural events. It features a concert hall equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting technology, which is unique even within the region. The hall has a capacity of 150 people. The building also houses five interactive rooms that thematically present the piano, brass, and woodwind instruments, while offering visitors an intriguing insight into the fascinating world of music history.
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Sustainability status report

The values shown here are produced in I-DEST's internal self-assessment system, based on self-declared data provided by the service provider or location. The feedback shows progress in various areas of sustainability and serves an informative purpose that supports development. The I-DEST snapshot is not an official sustainability rating, not a certification, not an ecolabel and not the result of an independent audit. If the service provider or location holds an external, independent sustainability certification, we indicate that separately.

Topic 1: Destination Management 81%

Visitor management: 4/5 90%
Commitment and organization: 4/4 100%
Design & development: 4/6 67%
Monitoring and reporting: 2/4 50%
Legal and ethical compliance: 2/2 100%

Topic 2: Nature and landscape 63%

Nature and wildlife protection: 2/3 67%
Nature and conservation: 3/5 60%

Topic 3: Environment and climate 84%

Land use and pollution: 2/3 83%
Water management: 4/5 80%
Energy, sustainable mobility and climate change: 4/7 57%
Adaptation to climate change: 2/2 100%
Waste and recycling: 5/5 100%

Topic 4: Culture and traditions 75%

Cultural heritage: 3/3 100%
People and traditions: 2/4 50%

Topic 5: Social Welfare 90%

Health and safety: 2/2 100%
Local economy: 5/5 100%
Socio-economic impacts: 1/2 50%
Community participation: 4/4 100%
Human dignity: 7/7 100%

Topic 6: Business and Communication 39%

Business participation: 4/9 44%
Information and marketing: 1/3 33%

Our partner is taking concrete steps towards the following Sustainable Development Goals:

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Sárvár

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Sárvár

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Sustainability status report

Topic 1: Destination Management 81%

Topic 2: Nature and landscape 63%

Topic 3: Environment and climate 84%

Topic 4: Culture and traditions 75%

Topic 5: Social Welfare 90%

Topic 6: Business and Communication 39%

Our partner is taking concrete steps towards the following Sustainable Development Goals:

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