Pilis Mountains Explained

Pilis Mountains is a mountainous region in the Transdanubian Mountains.^[1] Its highest peak is Pilis-tető at 756m (2,480feet). It is a popular hiking destination in Hungary.^{[2] [3]}

It is the direct southern neighbour of the Visegrád Mountains which are based on volcanic rocks while Pilis is sedimentary.

History of the region

The region used to be a hunting area for the mediaeval kings of Hungary. Numerous hunting lodges have survived. One of the most frequented areas was around the village Pilisszentkereszt.

Mountains of the range

• , the second highest point of Transdanubia.
  • Csikóváralja

References

47.7319°N 18.9185°W

Notes and References

1. Encyclopedia: . Bakony Mountains . 2008-05-26 . 2008 . .
2. Encyclopedia: . Hungary - Sports and recreation . 2008-05-26 . 2008 . .
3. Web site: Hungarian Rhapsody . 2008-05-26 . 2005-08-26 . .