Opis trase

Brevet se začne na Hodošu na železniški postaji in poteka skozi severovzhodno Slovenijo proti Madžarski. Že kmalu po prečkanju meje se nadaljuje po mirnem gričevnatem območju zahodne Madžarske, nato pa postopoma preide v vse bolj ravninsko pokrajino Panonske nižine.

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Pot vodi skozi številna manjša naselja, med obdelovalnimi površinami, vinogradi in manjšimi gozdovi ter se večinoma izogiba prometnejšim cestam. Večji del trase poteka po mirnih podeželskih cestah, ki omogočajo prijetno in tekočo vožnjo.

Po 73,8 kilometra kolesarji dosežejo 1. kontrolno točko v kraju Pacsa, kjer je na voljo bencinska črpalka Orlen, primerna za krajši postanek ter oskrbo z vodo in hrano.

Trasa se nato nadaljuje skozi odprto panonsko pokrajino proti Blatnemu jezeru. Na 154,5 kilometra sledi 2. kontrolna točka v kraju Szántód, pri pomolu ob južni obali Blatnega jezera. To je eden najlepših delov trase, saj se od tod odpirajo čudoviti razgledi na jezero in znameniti polotok Tihany.

Po nadaljevanju skozi osrednji del Madžarske trasa na 219,7 kilometra doseže Székesfehérvár, eno najpomembnejših zgodovinskih mest v državi. Na bencinski črpalki OMV je 3. kontrolna točka, ki predstavlja zadnji večji postanek pred Budimpešto.

V zadnjem delu poti se trasa približa širšemu območju Budimpešte, kjer se promet postopoma zgosti. Na 304,1 kilometra dosežemo Budimpešto, kjer je 4. kontrolna točka, ki predstavlja obračališče breveta oziroma polovico celotne razdalje.

Po krajšem postanku sledi povratek po isti trasi proti Hodošu. Zaradi vožnje v nasprotni smeri bo povsem drugačen pogled na pokrajino, ki smo jo prevozili v prvi polovici, hkrati pa je orientacija po že znani trasi precej enostavnejša. Brevet se zaključi s prihodom nazaj na izhodišče v Hodošu po skupno 608,2 kilometra.

Gre za hitro in tekočo traso brez daljših vzponov, zato je primerna za enakomerno kolesarjenje na dolge razdalje.

Naravne, kulturne in ostale znamenitosti

0 km – Hodoš

• Začetek poti v najbolj vzhodni slovenski občini.
• Območje Goričkega z značilno mozaično kulturno krajino, travniki, gozdovi in vinogradi.

15–40 km

• Vožnja skozi gričevnato pokrajino zahodne Madžarske z vinogradi, sadovnjaki in tradicionalnimi panonskimi vasmi.
• Lepi razgledi na kulturno krajino Železne in Zalske županije.

60–65 km – okolica Sárvárja

• Eno najbolj znanih madžarskih zdraviliških mest.
• V bližini trase stojita zgodovinski grad Nádasdy in znamenito termalno kopališče.

80–90 km

• Območje reke Rábe, ene pomembnejših rek zahodne Madžarske.
• Pokrajina postane izrazito ravninska in odprta.

100–180 km

• Najznačilnejši del Velike Panonske nižine.
• Dolgi ravni odseki med polji žita, koruze in sončnic ter številnimi manjšimi vasmi.
• Eden najhitrejših in najbolj tekočih delov celotne trase.

Območje Blatnega jezera (okoli 150 km)

• Južna obala ponuja lepe razglede na največje srednjeevropsko jezero.
• Ob pomolu v Szántódu je pogled na znameniti polotok Tihany.

220–260 km

• Postopno približevanje Budimpešti.
• Vedno več naselij, gostejši promet in prehod iz podeželskega v mestno okolje.

295–301 km – Budimpešta

• Prihod v madžarsko prestolnico ob Donavi.
• Ob obračališču si je mogoče ogledati številne znamenitosti, kot so madžarski parlament, Verižni most, Grajski grič, Trg herojev in znamenita termalna kopališča.
• V bližini kontrolne točke je tudi več razglednih točk z izjemnim pogledom na Donavo, Budimski grad, parlament in mestno panoramo, kar predstavlja lep vrhunec prve polovice breveta.

Kontrolne točke

Ostali zanimivi podatki

• Štart (Hodoš): 226 m n. v.
• Budimpešta: 163 m n. v.
• Najnižja točka: 100 m n. v.
• Najvišja točka: 288 m n. v.

Čeprav celotna trasa meri približno 608 km, je višinska razlika med najnižjo in najvišjo točko le približno 158 metrov. Večina poti poteka med 120 in 220 metri nadmorske višine, zato velja za izrazito ravninsko traso. Po prihodu v Budimpešto sledi povratek po isti poti nazaj v Hodoš.

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Route Description

The route starts in Hodoš on train station, Slovenia, and heads east towards Hungary. Shortly after crossing the border, it continues through the peaceful rolling countryside of western Hungary before gradually reaching the vast plains of the Pannonian Basin.

Special notice: There will be NO support or refreshments provided on this brevet!

The route passes through numerous small villages, agricultural landscapes, vineyards and patches of forest, while avoiding major roads whenever possible. Most of the ride follows quiet rural roads, offering enjoyable and uninterrupted cycling.

After 73.8 kilometres, riders reach Control Point 1 in Pacsa, located at the Orlen petrol station, an ideal place for a short break and to replenish food and water supplies.

The route then continues across the open Pannonian countryside towards Lake Balaton. At 154.5 kilometres, riders arrive at Control Point 2 in Szántód, located at the ferry terminal on the southern shore of the lake. This is one of the most scenic sections of the route, offering magnificent views across Lake Balaton towards the famous Tihany Peninsula.

Continuing through central Hungary, the route reaches Székesfehérvár at 219.7 kilometres, one of Hungary’s most important historical cities. Control Point 3 is located at the OMV petrol station, providing the final major resupply stop before Budapest.

During the final section, the route approaches the Budapest metropolitan area, where traffic gradually increases. At 304.1 kilometres, riders reach Budapest, home to Control Point 4, which serves as the turnaround point and marks the halfway point of the brevet.

After a short stop, riders retrace the same route back to Hodoš. Ridingin the opposite direction offers a different perspective of the landscapes experienced during the first half of the ride, while following the familiar route makes navigation straightforward. The brevet officially finishes upon returning to the starting point in Hodoš after completing a total distance of 608.2 kilometres.

This is a fast and flowing route without any significant climbs, making it ideal for maintaining a steady pace over a long-distance ride.

Natural, Cultural and other points of interest

0 km – Hodoš

• Start of the route in Slovenia’s easternmost municipality.
• The surrounding area belongs to the Goričko Landscape Park, known for its rolling hills, forests, meadows and vineyards.

15–40 km

• Cycling through the picturesque countryside of western Hungary with vineyards, orchards and traditional Pannonian villages.
• Beautiful views across the agricultural landscapes of Vas and Zala counties.

60–65 km – Sárvár area

• One of Hungary’s best-known spa towns.
• Close to the route are the historic Nádasdy Castle and the famous thermal spa.

80–90 km

• The route reaches the area of the Rába River, one of western Hungary’s most important rivers.
• The landscape becomes noticeably flatter and more open.

100–180 km

• The most characteristic section of the Great Hungarian Plain.
• Long straight roads pass through fields of wheat, corn and sunflowers, interspersed with small rural villages.
• One of the fastest and most enjoyable sections of the entire route.

Lake Balaton area (around 150 km)

• The southern shore offers beautiful views of Central Europe’s largest lake.
• From the ferry terminal in Szántód there are excellent views of the famous Tihany Peninsula.

220–260 km

• Gradual approach to Budapest.
• Increasing number of settlements, heavier traffic and a transition from rural to urban surroundings.

295–301 km – Budapest

• Arrival in Hungary’s capital on the banks of the Danube.
• Near the turnaround point riders can admire many of Budapest’s iconic landmarks, including the Hungarian Parliament, the Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Heroes’ Square and the city’s famous thermal baths.
• Several viewpoints near the control point offer spectacular panoramic views over the Danube, Buda Castle, the Parliament building and the Budapest skyline, providing a memorable highlight before beginning the return journey.

Control Points

Other intersting information

• Start (Hodoš): 226 m above sea level
• Turnaround point (Budapest): 163 m above sea level
• Lowest point: 100 m above sea level
• Highest point: 288 m above sea level

Although the complete brevet covers approximately 609 km, the elevation difference between the lowest and highest point is only about 158 metres. Most of the route lies between 120 and 220 metres above sea level, making it a predominantly flat ride. After reaching Budapest, riders return to Hodoš by following the same route in the opposite direction.