Gerecse Protected Landscape Area

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Gerecse Protected Landscape Area, Landscape park in Komárom-Esztergom County, Hungary.

The Gerecse Protected Landscape Area extends over 8,739 hectares of diverse natural environments, including forests, hills, valleys, and limestone formations.

The area received official protection status in 1977, marking a significant step in Hungarian environmental conservation and natural heritage preservation.

The region contains archaeological sites from prehistoric settlements, medieval structures from the Árpád dynasty, and an Avar motte in Small Gerecse.

Visitors can access multiple hiking trails throughout the protected area, with some restricted zones requiring special permits and guided tours.

The landscape features nearly 300 caverns that function as research sites, containing archaeological artifacts and providing shelter for numerous bat colonies.

Location: Komárom-Esztergom County

Inception: 1977

GPS coordinates: 47.65520,18.41720

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33

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