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Sümeg
Spend a half‑day to see Sümeg Castle and the Bishop's Palace; add an extra night if you want to explore the town’s museums at a relaxed pace.
Sümeg is a small historic town centred on a well‑preserved 13th‑century castle. Most attractions are within a 30‑minute walk, so a half‑day covers the main sights; an overnight stay lets you visit the museums and enjoy the town’s quiet evenings.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- HUF
- Best months
- May–September
- avoid January–February (cold, limited services)
- Airports
- HET · VIE
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Central Europe ↗Six of the nine countries here — Austria, Switzerland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary and Slovenia — charge a time-based motorway vignette, mostly digital and linked to the number plate; buy it before the first motorway past the border, because cameras, not toll booths, do the checking.
- Central Europe ↗Temporary police checks at internal Schengen borders are common in this region in 2026 (Germany, Austria, Poland, Slovenia among others — check): keep your passport on you on every cross-border train, bus and road even though there is no fixed control post.
- Hungary ↗Hungary is in the EU and the Schengen area: check entry rules, the EU Entry/Exit System and any travel authorisation requirement for your passport on official sources.
- Hungary ↗The currency is the Hungarian forint (HUF), not the euro: decline dynamic currency conversion at cards and ATMs.
- Hungary ↗Motorways need an electronic vignette (e-matrica) bought before you drive on them.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Sümeg107 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Sümeg, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Hungarian forint (HUF, Ft).Hungary-wide
- SIM or eSIMYettel, Telekom and One (Vodafone) sell prepaid SIMs; passport needed.Hungary-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe.Hungary-wide
- TippingRestaurant without service charge: 10–15%, said as you pay.Hungary-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Hungary-wide
- SafetySümeg is generally safe; standard precautions apply – keep valuables secure on the hill walk and be aware of occasional winter road icing.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets often charge HUF 200–400 (≈ US$1–2); carry coins.Hungary-wide
- Emergency numbers107 police · 105 fire · 104 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close Mondays.Hungary-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHET Hévíz‑Balaton Airport (≈40 km (25 mi) by road).HET Hévíz‑Balaton Airport (≈25 mi (40 km) by road).
- Getting aroundTown is walkable; most sights are ≤30 min from the centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee≈ 300 HUF
- BeerBeer (0.5 l) in a pub≈ 500 HUF
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (first km)≈ 800 HUF
- Museum or sight ticketCastle entry≈ 1,200 HUF
- Budget bedPension room (double), a night, per roomFt 8,000
- Mid-range bedPension room (double), a night, per roomFt 12,000
- High-end bedPension room (double), a night, per roomFt 18,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Ft 1,500 · Mid Ft 3,500 · High Ft 6,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HET Hévíz‑Balaton Airport (≈40 km (25 mi) by road) · VIE Vienna International Airport (≈173 km (107 mi))HET Hévíz‑Balaton Airport (≈25 mi (40 km) by road) · VIE Vienna International Airport (≈107 mi (173 km))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
not flagged
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest May (9 rain days), driest Feb (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Sümeg: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
6 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
5 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Apr
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is walkable; most sights are ≤30 min from the centre. Castle hill requires a 400 m walk uphill (≈50 m elevation). Limited local bus service; train station 1.8 km from castle.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lake Balaton (Balatonederics)
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Road 84 by car or bus, ≈22 km (14 mi) SERoad 84 by car or bus, ≈14 mi (22 km) SE
Popular lakeside town; good for a quick swim or lunch.
Tapolca caves
goDoor to door: ≈25 min
Bus or car via Road 84, ≈15 km (9.3 mi) SWBus or car via Road 84, ≈9.3 mi (15 km) SW
Visit the famous cave system.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Krigler Pension
Family‑run guesthouse near town centre; good for one night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ≈ 1,500 HUF (hostel, meals, transport)
- Mid
- ≈ 3,500 HUF
- High
- ≈ 6,000 HUF
Trip budget
| Pension room (double)1 × 1 night × Ft 12,000 | Ft 12,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × Ft 3,500 | Ft 7,000 |
| Round‑trip train (Budapest–Sümeg) – 2nd class2 × Ft 8,000 · check | Ft 16,000 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × Ft 3,000 · check | Ft 6,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Ft 4,100 |
| Trip total≈ Ft 22,550 per person per day, bed included | Ft 45,100≈ US$140 |
2026 estimate in HUF; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ≈ 300 HUF |
| Local bakery pastry | ≈ 250 HUF |
| Beer (0.5 l) in a pub | ≈ 500 HUF |
| Taxi (first km) | ≈ 800 HUF |
| Castle entry | ≈ 1,200 HUF |
| Bishop's Palace entry | ≈ 1,000 HUF |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Castle hill is car‑free; be prepared for a short uphill walk.
- Winter months may have reduced bus frequencies – check schedules.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 107
- Fire
- 105
- Ambulance
- 104
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Erre a címre, kéremTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police107
- Fire105
- Ambulance104
Embassy
US consulate in Budapest; other embassies also in Budapest.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Budapest → Sümeg train (2nd class): ≈ 6,000 HUF, 2 h 30 min (check)
- Local bus Sümeg ↔ Lake Balaton: ≈ 500 HUF, 30 min (check)
Say or show
- Elnézést — Excuse me / Sorry (elnézést)
- Köszönöm — Thank you (köszönöm)
- Mennyibe kerül? — How much is it? (mennyibe kerül?)
- Hol van a vár? — Where is the castle? (hol van a vár?)
- Kaphatnám a menüt? — Can I have the menu? (kaphatnám a menüt?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Sümeg. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–September · avoid January–February (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Krigler Pension for relaxed museum visits.
- Create walking routes linking castle, palace, and mine.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata Sümeg
- secondaryWikivoyage: Sümeg, revision 5327219 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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