Gencsapáti: Hotels and accommodations

Gencsapáti is located along the Gyöngyös and Mocsvár streams in the scenic Kőszeghegyalja region, near Szombathely. If you would like to stay in Gencsapáti, you can search for a hotel.

Surroundings

The area surrounding Gencsapáti is home to Kilátó, Bagolyvár, Tófürdő, Városi uszoda, Felszabadulási-emlékmű, Kálvária templom, Szalézi templom, and Széles Kő.

History and culture

The medieval roots of Gencsapáti have been documented: Genc was first mentioned as Gench in 1288, while neighboring Gyöngyösapáti was mentioned as Apaty in 1328; the two settlements were united in 1943.

The parish church of Genc is dedicated to the Apostle James. It is mentioned in a canonical visitation from 1674; remains of medieval Gothic walls have also been found.

Events

A Pentecost festival is held regularly in Gencsapáti, combining music and gastronomy. The program also includes a regional folk dance festival.

For the broader travel overview: Szombathely.