**WHAT ARE WE PLANNING?**

Did you know that above Pécs lies the Meček Mountain? This mountain is known for its beautiful viewpoints and watchtowers, as well as numerous water springs. We will have the opportunity to explore it along its length and then relax in perhaps the most interesting Hungarian city.

**IN SHORT:**
**MECSEK TOUR**
**DATE:** October 25-27, 2024
**!!! REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 21, 2024 !!!**
**FEE:** 40 EUR (INCLUDES: transportation, organization, guidance)

**WHAT'S THE PROGRAM?**

**October 25-27, 2024: BELGRADE – NOVI SAD – ZSONGOR LOOKOUT – RUINS OF PAULINER MONASTERY – SOS TOWER – JANOŠ TOWER – TV TOWER – PÉCS**

**ROUTE LENGTH:** 16 km
**ELEVATION GAIN:** 600 m
**DIFFICULTY:** MEDIUM

Departure on October 25 from BELGRADE and NOVI SAD in the evening (exact time and place will be announced a few days before the trip), followed by a leisurely drive to Hungary.
In the early morning hours, we’ll arrive at a small village near Pécs and start our hike.
Right from the first steps, we will be fascinated by the dense and well-maintained forest, especially since such a thing is rare in the Pannonian Plain. After just half an hour, we’ll reach the first of many viewpoints, which is exceptionally attractive due to the unique shape of the rocks on which it stands.
The trail will gently undulate, leading us to a series of watchtowers, each offering a unique perspective of the surroundings. On one side, there will be the dense forests and hills of Meček, while on the other side, we’ll have views of the city and the endless fields of the Pannonian Plain...
We’ll end the hike in the city itself, where we’ll spend the rest of the day exploring this unique gem of Hungary. We’ll take a look at the only church-mosque in the region, refresh ourselves with water from the Zsolnay Fountain, and admire the colorful roofs made with the most famous tiles of the area!
After the city tour and a lunch break, we’ll make a leisurely return to Serbia.

**WHAT DO WE USUALLY BRING FOR HIKING?**
- A smile, good spirits, and good health.
- Plenty of water, at least 2L per hike, snacks, refreshments for the climbs and walks ahead.
- Food, fruit, snacks, sweets for breaks during the hikes.
- Comfortable, sturdy, and appropriate footwear for walking in nature.
- If you have a favorite hiking stick, bring it along, but if not, nature hides your new favorite.
- Cap/hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or anything you consider necessary to protect yourself from strong sun.
- Spare/change of clothes, warm and dry clothes within reach after each hike.
- Swimsuit, towel, flip-flops.

**IMPORTANT NOTES!!!**

- The number of registrations will be limited, and only members of the MOUNTAINEERING CLUB HTS (MB: 28748817) (Contact us for details regarding membership and purchasing 2024 membership cards) or any mountaineering club within the PSS are eligible to participate.
- Registration fee: 2,700 RSD (for transportation, to be paid to the association's account upon registration) and 2,000 RSD (to be paid during the trip for parking and toll fees).
- Organizers reserve the right to change the program due to unforeseen circumstances, inability to access certain sections, or even cancel the trip.
- Please send us the number of people, their names, phone numbers, and departure location along with confirmation of membership in our organization when registering. Due to the proximity of the event, it will be impossible to cancel transportation after registration and payment, so refunds will not be available, but a potential replacement of the registered person will be possible.
- This trip does not provide protection in terms of travel guarantees according to Article 86, Paragraph 3 of the Tourism Law.
- The tour is NOT recommended for people with heart conditions or any other ailments that may be adversely affected by physical activity.
- Please be PRECISE AND PUNCTUAL regarding departure times, but at the same time, don’t stick too rigidly to the hiking schedule.
- We kindly ask all participants of our hikes to bring ONLY POSITIVE VIBES, A CHEERFUL SPIRIT, AND GOOD MOOD with them. See you there!