Szabolcs earthwork

Szabolcs earthwork is a medieval fortification in a village along the Tisza River with extensive defensive walls and surrounding trenches. The site spans several hectares and displays the characteristic layout of an early defensive settlement with compacted soil barriers.

The fortification was built in the 9th century when Szabolcs selected this strategic location along the Tisza River. Its construction represented a key phase in early Hungarian settlement of the region.

The site reflects how early Hungarian communities organized their defenses through earthwork engineering. Visitors can see how residents relied on natural terrain and soil construction to create protective barriers around their settlement.

You can reach the archaeological site by taking regional buses from Nyíregyháza to Szabolcs village, which has regular connections throughout the day. Wear sturdy shoes since the terrain is hilly and partly unpaved.

During construction of the fortification, several square kilometers of surrounding forest were cleared to reshape the land. This large-scale transformation of the landscape was essential for the site's defensive effectiveness.

Location: Szabolcs

GPS coordinates: 48.17139,21.48972

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00