Near Buda Castle at Döbrentei tér, this monument honours Elisabeth of Bavaria, known as Sisi, Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary. Hungarians admired her kindness and her effort to learn their language. The sculpture stands in a small park beside a waterfall, with views towards the river. Stop to see the monument and take a short stroll; it is an easy addition when exploring nearby sights, though the park itself has little else to see.
Elisabeth and Hungary
Elisabeth of Bavaria, known as Sisi, was the wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I. She became Queen of Hungary in 1867, following the Austro-Hungarian Compromise. Hungarians valued her affection for the country and her effort to learn Hungarian.
She was assassinated in 1898. The monument at Döbrentei tér commemorates her place in Hungarian history and the ties between Austria and Hungary.
The statue and its setting
The sculpture stands in a small park near Buda Castle, with a small waterfall beside it and views towards the river. The park has little else to explore, so the statue works best as a brief stop while walking between nearby sights.
The area is accessible around the clock, and the entrance is wheelchair accessible. Walking through the surrounding sights can make more of the visit than driving directly to the monument.
FAQ
Where is the Statue of Elizabeth in Budapest?
It is at Döbrentei tér, near Buda Castle and the river.
Who does the statue commemorate?
It honours Elisabeth of Bavaria, known as Sisi, Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary.
Is there anything else to see at the statue?
The small park has a waterfall and river views, but little else to explore.
Is the statue accessible by wheelchair?
The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
