Бурда

Burda is a mountain range that runs along the Danube River in the Nové Zámky District with steep slopes covered by forests. The chain of hills forms a natural divide between the Slovak and Hungarian territories along the river.

For centuries, the mountains acted as a natural barrier that shaped where communities settled and how trade moved through the region. The Danube cutting through these heights became an important passage for the people living on both sides.

The dual naming in Slovak and Hungarian reflects the mixed heritage of this border region where two peoples have lived alongside each other. You can see this reflected in how locals and signage refer to the same places by different names.

Marked cycling routes wind through the mountains starting from the town of Štúrovo with parking areas and access to public transportation. Plan your visit around daylight hours since the forest paths can be difficult to navigate in low light.

The Danube River cuts through the mountains at one point creating a natural gateway called Vyšehradská brána that visitors often miss. This geological formation offers one of the most interesting views of how the river has shaped the landscape over time.