Rock of Famine, Reef formation in Budapest District XI, Hungary.
The Rock of Famine is a stone formation rising from the Danube riverbed in Budapest that remains submerged most of the time. It becomes visible only when water levels drop significantly, creating a distinctive feature within the river's landscape.
The name references historical drought periods in Budapest when extreme water scarcity brought hardship to people. The rock formation served as a sign of these catastrophic dry times.
The Hungarian name Ínség-szikla reflects the connection between this natural formation and the historical periods of water scarcity in Budapest.
You can see this formation from the Danube riverbank in District XI, best viewed when water levels are low. Walking paths along the river offer the clearest views.
The rock disappears and reappears depending on water levels, making it a natural water gauge for the city. During dry summers you can see it clearly, but in rainy seasons it vanishes completely underwater.
Location: Budapest District XI
Elevation above the sea: 95.76 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Website: https://dunaiszigetek.blogspot.hu/2011/11/duna-mederbe-sullyedt-hegy-csucsa-az.html
GPS coordinates: 47.48589,19.05259
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44
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