Visegrád: Where History Meets the Danube’s Charm
Hey, explorers! If you’re dreaming of a spot where medieval castles, lush trails, and Danube vibes collide, Visegrád’s calling your name. Just 45 km north of Budapest, this Dunakanyar darling has a rep that’s hooked everyone from King Mátyás to—urban legend alert—Freddie Mercury, who supposedly eyed its hilltop fortress for a retreat. Built by King Béla IV in the 13th century and polished into a royal getaway by Mátyás and Queen Beatrix, Visegrád was the countryside crib for Hungarian kings …