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Main Square

Built heritage

Slovakia, 933 01 Šamorín Hlavné námestie

The coronation column of the Virgin Mary can be found on the main square near valuable trees and a city well excavated in 1992. The square base of the monument surrounded by a fence features a statue at each corner, among them Saint Florian, Saint John of Nepomuk and Saint Sebastian. At the top of the column, we can see the Coronation of Mary. The year of construction: 1685. The Louis Seize style column is likely the result of a renovation carried out centuries later. The historical city well can also be found on Fő (Main) Square, it was discovered and restored in 1992. We can also see valuable trees on the square. 

Ménfő Church of the Assumption of Our Lady

Built heritage

Hungary, 9012 Győr-Ménfőcsanak Győri út 95.

The idea to build the church in Ménfő was first brought up in the 1920s. The 'miracle of Ménfő' the church of the Assumption of Our Lady, however, was not built at the time, due to inflation, it became necessary to build a granary instead of the church. On May 30, 1948, the foundation stone was set and the midnight mass on Christmas Eve was held in the new church. The original altar painting was the work of Éva Erdődi.

Szabadhegy Church of Saint Anne

Built heritage

Hungary, 9028 Győr József Attila u. 46.

The first church, which stood where the Saint Anne's Church of Szabadhegy now stands was built in 1789. Due to the growing numbers of the congregation, it had become too small and as its state was deteriorating as well, parson Mihály Kostyán initiated the construction of the current church. The church we know today was consecrated on June 7, 1903, in honor of Saint Anne. The building underwent much strife during World War II with the tower receiving a strike. The careful and dedicated work of János Haller saw the church restored from the damages of the war. Painter Jószef Samodai contributed 5 frescoes to the church. For the 100 year anniversary of the church, the sanctum was also renovated: the liturgical space received a new altar, the church's lighting was modernized and the stained glass windows were completed. In the years following the tower received a new small bell.

Church of the Trinity

Built heritage

Hungary, 9024 Győr Szentlélek tér 1.

The church was consecrated on June 6, 1987. The church and the group of parish buildings amount to a collective area of 3000 m2. The parish house is a three-floor building, with the area of each floor 450 m2. In the basement, there are six classrooms for religious education and one large lecture hall. The middle floor is where the residential quarters are located, including the apartments of the parson and the chaplains along with the kitchen and a larger dining hall. The attic, which connects to the church's gallery serves as a place for the religious education of young people and it is suitable for devotion services for groups up to 25 people.

Roman Catholic Church and Monastery of Somorja

Built heritage

Slovakia, 931 01 Somorja Kláštorná 994/2

The church and monastery were built according to the plans of J.G. Altenburger. According to the documents from that time, the building was constructed between 1722 and 1778. The church and monastery, commissioned by the Minim Friars is an excellent example of late Baroque architecture. This is a single-aisle church with a sanctum enclosed with segmented arches.

Dunasziget Free Beach

Economic and cultural heritage

Hungary, 9226 Dunasziget Zátonyi tér 4.

The town of Dunasziget is home to the largest free beach of the Szigetköz region. Visitors can swim in the waters of the Danube free of charge here. The municipality is sometimes called the Balaton of Mosonmagyaróvár and is a popular destination due to the beach and its other natural values. During the summer months, the free beach is an excellent place for waterfront relaxation. There are several hospitality establishments along the shore, such as concession stands, bars, ice cream parlors, event halls, and water-bicycle rental shops. There are also dressing rooms and bathrooms for the convenience of visitors as well as sports courts, playgrounds and beach chair rentals. And sometimes nostalgia discos are also held at the Dunasziget beach. The beach is well-accessible with public transportation, the local Mosonmagyaróvár bus stops in Dunasziget directly by the beach.

"Bio" Flexum Thermal Spa

Economic and cultural heritage

Hungary, 9200 Mosonmagyaróvár Kígyó u. 1.

The spa of Mosonmagyaróvár offers certified healing waters. It is rated as having one of the five most powerful healing spring waters in Europe. At present, guests can enjoy seven different pools. Thermal waters are used mainly for medicinal purposes, thus the spa offers a variety of treatment services as well, including a doctor's office, a pool bath, a carbonated bath, a weight bath, underwater water-jet massage, therapeutic massage, mud baths, oxygen therapy as well as physical therapy. The spa is open all year round with a hotel on its premises, a self-service restaurant, a pizzeria, a sauna, massage, hairdresser, beautician, pedicure and manicure services as well as many small shops.

Museum Ancient Gerulata outdoor exhibition

Economic and cultural heritage

Slovakia, 851 10 Rusovce Gerulatská 7.

A collection of artifacts from Roman times in the town of Oroszvár located on the limes. The limes road divided into two branches east of Carnuntum. The real limes road continued to follow the Danube whilst the other circumvented the Hainburg mountain from the south and headed straight for Ad flexum. Along the other road, we will soon arrive at the fort of Gerulata (Oroszvár-Rusovce) located in modern day Slovakia. Ágost Sőtér identified Gerulata over 100 years ago. The fort stands in the northwestern part of modern-day Rusovce not far from the old Danube riverbed.

Rába Quelle Healing, Thermal and Adventure Spa

Economic and cultural heritage

Hungary, 9025 Győr Fürdő tér 1.

"The Rába-Quelle Healing, Thermal and Adventure Spa is located in a beautiful area where the idyllic peninsula where Moson Danube and the Rába meet. Its healing waters are mainly beneficial for people suffering from erosive bone and joint issues and chronic inflammation of the joints and muscles as well as gynecological problems. "