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Practical info — Hajós

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The Cellar Village (Pincefalu) is located about 3km from the main town of Hajós.
The St. Urban wine festival in May is the busiest and most festive time to visit.
Explore the renovated Baroque Archbishop's Palace in the center of the town.
Most wine cellars are open by prior appointment or during local festivals.

🍽 Food

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Cabernet Sauvignon

The signature red wine of the region, try it in the small family cellars.

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Swabian Cabbage Dishes

Hearty traditional meals reflecting the local German ethnic heritage.

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Bográcsos Pörkölt

Traditional stew often cooked in a cauldron over open fire during festivals.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Bottled Wines

Purchase directly from the small family wineries in the Cellar Village.

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Local Paprika

As Hajós is near the Kalocsa region, the paprika powder here is of excellent quality.

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Cellar Village Lanes

A walk among the 1,200 press houses is very peaceful outside of festival times.

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Palace Park

The park of the Archbishop's Palace is a shaded and calm retreat.

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Highlights of 2026

2026-02-27

Hajós hosts this year's Borum wine meeting

Hajós and Császártöltés are hosting this year's Borum, a prestigious meeting for Reformed winemakers and viticulturists. The event aims at community building and preserving local winemaking traditions.

Hajós is a small town in Bács-Kiskun County, primarily famous for its unique cellar village, the largest of its kind in Europe. The town's modern history began in the early 18th century with the arrival of Danube Swabian settlers, invited by Archbishop Imre Csáky after the region was depopulated during the Ottoman era. The town center features the Baroque Archbishop's Palace, completed in 1739, which stands as one of the oldest aristocratic residences in the Great Hungarian Plain and now functions as a museum. However, the town's most iconic landmark is the Cellar Village (Pincefalu), located about two kilometers away. It consists of more than 1,200 individual wine cellars carved into the loess hills, arranged in a grid-like street system. This architectural ensemble reflects centuries of winemaking tradition brought by the Swabian settlers. The local viticulture is celebrated annually during the St. Urban's Day Wine Festival, honoring the patron saint of winemakers and showcasing high-quality red wines like Kadarka.

Location: Bács-Kiskun, Hungary
Top sights: Calvary of Hajós · Hajós Town Hall · Holy Trinity Statue
Nearby: Kalocsa (18 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-1	1	6	12	17	21	24	23	18	12	6	0
Rain mm	38	44	40	37	68	71	61	59	62	54	44	44

Geography

Population

3,520

Coordinates

46.40000, 19.11670

Facts

The cellar village consists of more than 1,200 individual wine cellars.
The Archbishop's Palace was completed in 1739 in Baroque style.
The town was resettled by German Swabian colonists starting in 1722.
Hajós is situated on a loess ridge overlooking the Danube floodplain.
The St. Urban's Day Wine Festival is held annually in late May.
It is recognized as the largest contiguous cellar village in Europe.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

Kecel17 km · NEExplore →

Kalocsa18 km · NWExplore →

Jánoshalma20 km · SEExplore →

Lake Kunfeherto23 km · EExplore →

Gemenc Forest24 km · SWExplore →

Lake Szelid26 km · NExplore →

Gemenc Floodplain26 km · SWExplore →

Baja27 km · SWExplore →

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Sights in the town Hajós (8)

Calvary of Hajós 🏺 historical

A historic 19th-century Way of the Cross with 14 stations leading to a small chapel on a hillside at the edge of the town.

Hajós Town Hall 🏙 civic

The representative neo-Baroque building serves as the administrative center and defines the town's main square with its architecture.

Holy Trinity Statue 🏺 historical

An ornate 18th-century Baroque monument erected in the church square in gratitude for the end of the great plague epidemics.

Hajós Wine Cellar Village 🍽 culinary

Europe largest contiguous cellar village with over 1200 wine cellars carved into loess, forming a unique architectural complex.

St. Emeric Church ⛪ religious

The town's Baroque Catholic parish church, built in the 18th century, home to a historic and venerated statue of Mary.

Ungarndeutsches Heimatmuseum / Német nemzetiségi tájház 🏛 museum

A museum showcasing the culture of the German minority in Hajós.

Hildi halastavak🌿 nature

Hildi halastavak are lakes in Hajos suitable for quiet nature walks.

Érseki vadászkastély 🏰 castle

An elegant former archbishop's hunting lodge located in Hajós, showcasing historical architecture and local heritage.

Sights nearby (5)

Kalocsa Cathedral🏺 historical

22 km

A monumental Baroque cathedral that serves as the religious center of Kalocsa, featuring a rich interior and an archiepiscopal treasury.

Paprika Museum Kalocsa🏺 historical

22 km

This museum showcases the history and processing of the world-famous Kalocsa paprika, Hungary's iconic red spice.

Lake Szelid🎡 recreation

32 km

A salt lake with medicinal properties located near Dunapataj, offering popular beaches and fishing spots in a scenic environment.

Trinity Square, Baja🎡 recreation

31 km

One of Hungary's most beautiful Mediterranean-style squares located on the banks of the Danube, famous for the annual fish soup festival.

Petőfi Birthplace and Museum🏺 historical

30 km

Located in Kiskőrös, this is the birthplace of Sándor Petőfi, Hungary's national poet, and serves as a major national memorial site.

Frequently asked questions

How many cellars are there in the Hajós cellar village?

There are over 1200 uniformly built wine cellars, making it the largest cellar village in Europe.

Can you taste wines without an appointment?

Many cellars are open on weekends; during the week, it is advisable to call ahead.

When is the most important wine festival in Hajós?

The Orbán-nap Wine Festival at the end of May is the biggest event of the year.

Are there accommodations directly in the cellar village?

Yes, several press houses have been converted into cozy guesthouses for tourists.

What grape varieties are typical for Hajós?

Cabernet Sauvignon, Kékfrankos (Blaufränkisch), and Chardonnay are particularly famous.

Hajós: where is it located?

Hajós is located in Bács-Kiskun, Hungary.

Hajós: what is there to see?

Highlights include Calvary of Hajós, Hajós Town Hall, Holy Trinity Statue.

Hajós: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.

Hajós: why is it worth visiting?

Hajós is a small town in Bács-Kiskun County, primarily famous for its unique cellar village, the largest of its kind in Europe.

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