For more than 200 years, Brennbergbánya, near Sopron, was one of Hungary's most important coal mining centres. Today, this charming Alpine-style village invites visitors to discover its rich industrial heritage and fascinating local legends.
The former mine shafts and the surrounding forests are steeped in mystery, with stories of Ferenc Szálasi hiding here during the final days of World War II, the legendary Gold Train said to have concealed its treasures in the area, the former Iron Curtain border fortifications, and Hungary's unique "Pub Church", all adding to the village's distinctive atmosphere.
