Esztergom Basilica
Esztergom, Hungary
Esztergom Basilica is a Neoclassical Catholic cathedral and minor basilica dedicated to Mary. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Hungary, ranking 8th on English Wikipedia. The structure was designed by architect János Packh and has a height of 100 m and a length of 120 m.
Planning a visit
Weather conditions vary throughout the year. July and August are the warmest months, with daily highs of 26 °C. The wettest period is in late spring, as May and June receive about 63 mm and 65 mm of rain. The coldest months are January and February, when daily lows can reach -4 °C. The basilica is located 40 km from Budapest. Travelers can reach the area via Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport, which is 57 km away.
The site can be combined with several nearby locations. Óbuda is 35.5 km away, and several sites are within approximately 40 km, including Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Shoes on the Danube Bank, and Buda Castle. The basilica is wheelchair accessible. Opening hours are 08:00 to 18:00 during the summer from 27 March to 27 October, and 08:00 to 16:00 during the winter.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 26 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 2 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 21 | 15 | 8 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -4 | -3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 2 | -3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 35 | 29 | 33 | 38 | 63 | 65 | 55 | 57 | 46 | 36 | 48 | 44 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
