It was opened in 2016 and is the “jewel” of the city. Its capacity is 4,183 seats and it meets UEFA specifications to host international matches. It’s a nice little stadium that provides everything for the guests (fans, players, members of football teams) and it’s no coincidence that UEFA decided to give the OK to host their matches. Nearby you will find Testvérvárosok Park, restaurants and a sports complex.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO MUNICIPAL STADIUM MEZOKOVESD
*** It is about 10 minutes walk from the city center
MEZOKOVESD: TOO FULL OF HISTORY
Over the centuries it has been a point of reference in the history of the country. It was inhabited by the Great Migration and since the 13th century it has been one of the cities that have left an indelible mark. It became a royal estate towards the end of the 18th century and most of its Jewish inhabitants were murdered by the Nazis in World War II. Historically it is considered one of the most interesting cities in Hungary that is worth discovering.
Currency: Hungarian Fiorint
Calling Code: +36
Nearest airports from city center: Debrecen Airport (115km), Budapest Airport (138km), Kosice Airport (139km), Bratislava Airport (364km), Arad Airport (379km), Vienna Airport (382km),
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** HADAS VAROSRESZ (Mezőkövesd, Hadas Hadas Városrész, 3400)
Enjoy the old houses dating back to the 19th century. See exhibits on Matyóság’s folk art, mat, weaving, pottery, ceramics and embroidery traditions.
*** MEZESKALACS HAZ – VASARFIA MEZESKALACS (Mezőkövesd, Kisjankó Bori u. 6, 3400)
After enjoying your coffee and eating the fragrant gingerbread in the place, visit the exhibition of material memories of the past.
*** HAJDU RAFIS JANOS ECONOMIC MUSEUM (Mezőkövesd, Eötvös u. 32, 3400)
It has been opened in 1979 and has a huge collection of agricultural machinery. Over 2,500 objects you will find in the museum.
*** HEART OF JESUS CHURCH
Dating from the early 1920s, the temple is worth seeing up close. Three bells ring in the tower, including the József bell.
*** MATYO MUSEUM (Mezőkövesd, Szent László tér 8, 3400)
It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the history of embroidery and many traditional items.
*** KAVICSOS TO
It is the perfect place to calm down and relax. The green area of the lake and the recreation park will delight you.
*** KALVARIA EMLEKHELY (Szihalom, Kossuth Lajos út 36-42, 3377)
See the Golgotha monument and the place is magical for tourists. Definitely a must visit.
*** POTTERY WORKSHOP OF TIBOR FEHER
Tibor Fehér’s ceramics workshop is impressive and the objects are worth seeing. Also see the work procedures for the preparation of dishes and more.
*** THE RUINS OF CSEREPVAR
It is worth visiting the ruins of the castle that belonged to King Sigismund of Luxembourg from 1387 and then became the property of the queen.
*** KISJANKO BORI MEMORIAL HOUSE (Mezőkövesd, Kisjankó Bori u. 22, 3400)
It has been operating as an exhibition space since 1974 and is dedicated to the life of Bori Kisjanko, the city’s most famous editor. See also exhibits related to Folk Art.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** It is worth visiting the town of Szihalom which is relatively close by.
*** We would recommend you to take a walk in the city center and discover every corner of it.
*** RWZ Revolution WineZ is a place worth seeing, visiting and buying great wine.
FOOD AND DRINK
The cuisine of Mezokovesd will be unforgettable. Be sure to try their traditional dishes such as chicken paprikash, hungarian goulash, fish soup halászlé, lecsó (vegetable stew), stuffed cabbage leaves, meat stew and traditional pasta. For street food, the locals offer you langos, hot dogs with chips and the traditional sweet Kurtoskalacs. The traditional drink of Hungary is Unicum liqueur, but it is drunk as a digestive. Accompany your food with local beer or wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find hotels and apartments at very good prices in the city center and at a distance of 3-4 kilometers from the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Mayo Chix- Devergo store is a place worth visiting for your shopping.
*** Zsóry Thermal Bath and Spa is an excellent choice to relax.
*** Mátyás király is one of the most central streets to find shops for your purchases.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bike.
CITIES NEAR MEZOKOVESD
Major cities close to Mezokovesd are Miskolc (43km), Debrecen (108km), Kosice (137km), Budapest (137km), Oradea (187km), Bratislava (356km). Vienna (399km).
PHOTO CREDITS: Mezőkövesd Zsóry Official Instagram
