Gellért Hill Cave

Gellért Hill Cave Church is a place of worship built into a natural cave system, featuring concrete walls, religious objects, and a dedicated altar for services. The space combines the raw cave structure with installed elements that allow it to function as an active religious site.

The cave was converted into a chapel during the 1920s by monks of the Pauline Order. The space was sealed with concrete in 1951 under Communist rule and reopened in 1989.

The chapel displays a replica of the Black Madonna of Czestochowa, linking Hungarian worshippers to a deeply revered Catholic tradition. Pilgrims and visitors come to pray before this image and express their connection to the broader faith.

Visiting times are set, and modest dress is expected when entering. Women whose shoulders are not covered can borrow shawls to respect the site's dress requirements.

One room inside displays carvings made from hardwood by a single devoted member of the Pauline Order. This detailed craftsmanship has remained intact over many decades and speaks to personal dedication to the place.

Location: Budapest

GPS coordinates: 47.48492,19.05217

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46