The Csillagosveny Labyrinth(Starway Maze), located in the village of Opusztaszer in central Hungary, is the largest hedge maze in Hungary and the third largest of its kind in the world. It covers an area of approximately 2,000 square meters and is composed of 3.5-kilometer-long hedges. The path is mainly composed of regular geometric lines, combined with themes such as history, culture and nature, and guides tourists to explore through interesting questions and answers in Hungarian and English.
The maze was initiated at the end of the 20th century and was completed by a British landscape designer in collaboration with a local Hungarian team. Its design inspiration comes from the symmetrical aesthetics of Baroque gardens, but it incorporates interactive and educational elements. The hedges are pruned from cold-resistant beech and native plants, forming a green wall up to 2 meters high. They are evergreen throughout the year and easy to maintain. At the center of the maze, there is an observation deck. After arriving, visitors can climb up to overlook the entire hedge layout and observe the routes taken by other visitors, adding to the fun of exploration.
The theme area of the maze covers Hungarian history, geography, wildlife and other contents. For example, in the “Historical Route”, tourists need to answer questions related to the migration of the Hungarian nation and important battles; The “Natural Path” introduces the local ecology through plant signs and animal models. In addition, the maze also features a mini maze exclusively for children and a military sand table, making it suitable for family visitors to interact.
The Opstauze region where the maze is located has a long history and was once the cultural center of the Hungarian plains. Around the maze, there are preserved 17th-century walled gardens and traditional wineries, which, together with the maze, form the cultural heritage of the estate. During the summer Solstice every year, the maze holds a night exploration event. Visitors need to carry flashlights to traverse the dark hedges and experience the mysterious atmosphere.
Nowadays, the Starway Park Maze is open to the public as part of the Opstauze Eco-Experience Park without the need for a separate ticket. After visiting the nearby National Historical Memorial Park, tourists can stroll into this “green maze” and learn about Hungary’s history and nature by exploring the path. Whether it’s parent-child interaction or solo exploration, the maze, with its simple yet ingenious design, offers visitors an interesting cultural experience.
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