Pilis, Mountain summit in Pest County, Hungary
Pilis is a summit in Pest County reaching 756 meters in height, positioned between three villages north of Budapest in the Duna-Ipoly National Park. The mountain is covered in forests with numerous trails cutting through the landscape.
Medieval Hungarian rulers built hunting lodges in the area and used the region as a royal hunting ground. This royal connection influenced the settlement and development of the surrounding villages over centuries.
The summit sits at the boundary of three villages, where residents and visitors experience it as a shared natural landmark connecting their communities. Local people often use the trails and surroundings for recreation and daily outdoor activities.
The main trail to the summit covers around 12 kilometers and takes roughly three to four hours to complete with a steady climb. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear and plenty of water, especially during warmer months.
Unlike neighboring volcanic ranges, this peak consists entirely of sedimentary rock rather than volcanic material. This geological difference marks a distinct shift in the composition of mountain ranges in the surrounding area.
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