Győr–Moson–Sopron County

Győr–Moson–Sopron is an administrative county in north-western Hungary, sitting close to the borders with Slovakia and Austria. It touches three Hungarian counties: Komárom–Esztergom, Veszprém, and Vas. The main city and capital of this county is Győr.

This county is part of a big project called Centrope, which aims to help people and communities work together across country borders. Because it is near other countries, Győr–Moson–Sopron has many chances to connect with neighbors and share ideas. The area has a rich history and beautiful landscapes that make it an important place in Hungary.

History

Győr–Sopron county was formed in 1950 from two older counties, Győr–Moson and Sopron. This change happened during a big administrative reform led by the government at the time. Earlier changes to Hungary’s borders also affected the area. In 1921, parts of Moson and Sopron became part of Austria, creating the region known as Burgenland. Later, in 1947, Hungary lost a few villages to Czechoslovakia after signing a peace treaty.

Győr is the capital of the county, but there has always been some competition between Győr and Sopron, which is also an important cultural center. The county includes Hegyeshalom, which is Hungary’s busiest international land border crossing point. In 1990, the county’s name was officially changed to Győr–Moson–Sopron county.

Main article: Burgenland

Main article: Czechoslovakia

Main article: Hungarian peace treaty

Main article: Hegyeshalom

Geography

Győr–Moson–Sopron County is located in north-western Hungary. It borders Slovakia and Austria. The county shares borders with other Hungarian counties like Komárom–Esztergom, Veszprém, and Vas. The main city and capital of the county is Győr.

Further information: Zámolyi Channel

Demographics

Győr-Moson-Sopron County in Hungary is special because its population has been growing, unlike other counties. In 2022, about 111 people lived in each square kilometer.

The most common religion in the county is Roman Catholic, followed by Lutheran, Calvinistic, and Greek Catholic beliefs. Many people also choose not to follow any specific religion.

Besides Hungarians, the county is home to several minority groups, including Germans, Roma, Croats, and Slovaks.

See also: Demographics of Hungary

Religion in Hungary

Ethnicity

Besides the Hungarian majority, the main minorities are the Germans (approx. 5,000), Roma (3,500), Croats (3,000) and Slovaks (1,500).

Ethnic composition according to the KSH:^{[citation needed]}

Religion

Religious adherence in the county according to 2011 census:

Regional structure

Politics

County Assembly

Main article: Győr-Moson-Sopron County Council

The Győr-Moson-Sopron County Council was elected in 2014. It has 21 counselors from different parties.

Presidents of the County Assembly

Members of the National Assembly

These people were elected to the National Assembly in the 2022 parliamentary election:

Municipalities

Győr-Moson-Sopron County has 2 urban counties, 10 towns, 4 large villages, and 167 villages. The two main cities are Győr, which is the county seat, and Sopron.

The towns include Mosonmagyaróvár, Csorna, Kapuvár, Jánossomorja, Tét, Fertőszentmiklós, Pannonhalma, Fertőd, Lébény, and Beled. There are also many villages in the county, such as Abda, Acsalag, Agyagosszergény, and many more.

International relations

Győr-Moson-Sopron County has a partnership relationship with other places.