Chestnuts are an essential part of autumn. There are all sorts of them. In Hungary, the two best-known varieties are the sweet chestnut and the horse chestnut. On 12–13 October, chestnuts will take centre stage at Katica Farm!

The sweet chestnut was already cultivated by the Romans for its edible fruit. The tree can grow to a height of up to 30 metres. It is a delicious treat whether roasted or boiled. In Hungary, the most significant sweet chestnut groves are found in the Alpine foothills. The horse chestnut belongs to the genus Aesculus, which comprises around 15 species. Its common name is the horse chestnut. Its fruit is not edible; it is mainly used in medicine to treat venous and capillary circulation problems. 
This weekend, we’ll be making creative crafts out of them, such as a chestnut elf, a lucky chestnut spider, Kipp-Kopp and a pendant, but apart from these, anything else you’d like to make is also an option. 
What’s more, there are plenty of outdoor and indoor experiences and entertainment in store for you: a huge indoor slide houseour sponge gun, our adventure cave It promises experiences of a lifetime. Race down the 420-metre electric racing go-kart on our course, either alone or in pairs – which operates independently of the Experience Centre, provided the weather is dry.

Culinary offer: Chestnut cream soup — Turkey breast stuffed with chestnuts and dried plums — Chestnut purée