Szarvas Arboretum Nature Reserve

Szarvas Arboretum is a protected nature reserve spread across roughly 82 hectares with thousands of tree and shrub species from around the world. Paths lead through distinct planting zones where visitors can see how different species grow side by side.

General Péter Bolza acquired the land in 1798 through marriage and began planting trees there. The site was formally designated as a nature reserve in 1943, marking the start of its official protection.

The name honors General Bolza, whose family shaped the landscape over generations. Today it serves as a learning space where students and researchers study plants and conservation work.

The reserve is easy to reach by bus, with stops near the main entrance on Bolza Street. Paths are well-marked and walkable year-round, though spring and autumn offer the most comfortable visiting conditions.

One of Europe's oldest giant sequoias has been growing here since 1873 and was one of the first exotic trees planted on the grounds. This tree stands as a silent witness to two centuries of the reserve's history.

Location: Szarvas

Inception: 1943

Founders: Pál Bolza

Website: http://pepikert.hu

GPS coordinates: 46.87361,20.52778

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47