Hajos-Baja wine region

Travel Guide to Hajos-Baja Wine Region

Excellent wines from the varied terrains of Hajos – Baja   

The Hajos – Baja wine district of Hungary is located in the Telecska Hills in the southern parts of the country. The wine region is strongly influenced by the proximity to the Danube River.

The environmental features of Hajos – Baja are characterised by the varied terrain of the region, from lines of hills to gaping valleys that provide the perfect location for vineyards to be planted. The region sits at 150m above sea level.

Historical sources show that the history of wine in Hajos – Baja is closely linked to that of fishing. During the 18^th century, the Germans settled in the region, bringing with them their expertise in wine making. Today the wine region is divided into the two sub regions of Hajos and Bajao.

The climate of Hajos – Baja is continental with hot summers and cold winters. As a result of the low elevation of the region, frost is common during the spring and autumn months. The average temperature of the region is 12 degrees Celsius, with an annual average number of sunshine hours of over 2000. The soil in the region is predominantly sand sheets over clay with pockets of brown forest soil, chernozem, meadow and alluvial soils      

The soft wines of Hajos-Baja

The terrain of the Hajos-Baja region means that the wines that it produces are soft and low in acidity.

A variety of wines are produced in the region that include dry wines to late harvest and ice wines. Most of these wines are light, fruity and fresh with some having spicier aromas.

The characteristic terroir of the region is Pleistocene loess. This is a wind-blown sediment that has finer grains than sand and is slightly clayey. It also has a carbonate content that is well suited for viticulture. This unique terroir is reflected in the wines produced in Hajos Baja, which are produced in small volumes and are distinctively different from the wines from other Hungarian wine regions. They are known to be spicier and the red wines are extremely warm. These red wines are the most highly regarded wines of the region.

Read more about Wineries in Hajos-Baja to visit.

Hajos-Baja Wine Region Map

You can also check out our interactive map of the Hajos-Baja Wine Region to discover wineries with open cellar doors.

Where to go when in the Hajos-Baja Region

Baroque Castle Visitor Centre in Hajos - Experience the Hajos Baroque Castle

Following extensive renovations, the Hajos Baroque Castle has reopened to visitors and invites people to see the regal cellar, the exhibition space, the tourist centre and the event venue. This castle is one of the most unique Baroque castles in Europe thanks so its unique cellar level, its folklore museum and the local church.  The visitor complex transports visitors back into town and is the perfect place to spend hours browsing this magnificent castle.

Szentharomsag Square - Holy Trinity Square

The Szentharomsag Square is located at the ed of Tarnok Utca and it is the home of many historical buildings and monuments. One of the most famous attractions of the square is the Old Town Hall of Buda which stopped being used in 1873. Inside the cellar of the building is the Hungarian House of Wines which boasts wines made by a wide range of Hungarian wine makers from across the country. The cellar also offers visitors wine tasting packages and educational wine tours.

Arm yourself at the Pinter Muvek Military Park

The Pinter Muvek Military Park is home to a number of exhibitions that teach visitors about the arms industry in Hungary. Inside the park is the Handgun Museum where one can view the handguns once used in the Hungarian army, a wide range of sport pistols and hunting weapons. There is also the Maketthas which has hundreds of miniature tanks, aircrafts and battleships. The park boasts the Szobor Haditechnikai Park which extends over 3 hectares, and which houses items from the First and Second World Wars and the weapons of the Warsaw Treaty as well as armored vehicles, rocket launching pads, tanks, helicopters and planes.

The natural environment in Hajos-Baja      

The natural landscape of the Hajos-Baja region is dominated by the surrounding Danube ad Tisza Rivers. The natural scenery of the region is made up of the southern stretches of the Danube plains, the Backa Homokht, and the northern reaches of the Backa platform. This is one of the most beautiful regions of Hungary and heaven for nature and outdoor lovers.

River Sugovica and Petofi Island -  The Sugovica River and the Island of Petofi

The Petofi Island in the Hajos Baja Region was named after the famous Hungarian poet Sandor Petofi. This island is a resort paradise with something for everyone to enjoy. It is connected to the center of Baja by the Sandor Petofi bridge over the Sugovica River which is one of the most magnificent bridges in Hungary. Petofi Island is an island paradise and provide a range of activities to enjoy including water sports and swimming.

Gemenc Forest - The Porboly Ecotourism Centre  

The Gemenc Forest is the largest contiguous floodplain forest in Europe. It is also home to the famous Gemenc Forest Railway that attrats thousands of local and international visitors each year.

The Porboly Ecotourism Centre inside the Gemenc Forest offers visitors a range of services including accommodation, bike rental, canoe tours on the tributaries of the Danube River, boat trips, forest hikes bicycle tours, horse carriage tours, forest educational events, camps, a café, a souvenir shop and guided tours.

What should you eat in Hajos-Baja?

The food of the Hajos Baja region is a direct reflection of the fresh produce that the land is famous for. Dishes are used using only the freshest ingredients. The signature ingredient of the cuisine of the region is fish thanks to its proximity to the Danube River. Hajos Baja is fast becoming a renowned food and wine destination and provides something to satisfy all food lovers.

Baja Style Hungarian Fish Soup - The fisherman soup of Baja

All who have tasted Hungarian fish soup from Baja just once are immediately hooked. This local dish of Baja was developed thanks to the region’s location to the Danube and Tisza Rivers. The main ingredient of the dish is of course the fish which is normally Carp or any other river fish such as Catfish or bass. The fish is slow cooked for hours with onion, green pepper, tomatoes, paprika, salt and water. The result is one of the most delicious and hear warming dishes of Baja that should not be missed by all who visit.

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