Csongrád Shooting Range (also known as Cseh István Lőtér) is a premier 14-hectare clay target and multi-discipline shooting facility situated near Csongrád, Hungary. Founded in the 1980s by István Cseh as a modest venue featuring a single skeet field, trap pit, and high tower, the site has expanded into one of the most comprehensive shooting venues in Southern Hungary. Positioned along Route 451, the range caters to beginner shooters, seasoned clay target competitors, hunters preparing for official exams, and tactical shooting enthusiasts.
The facility boasts extensive infrastructure designed for diverse shooting disciplines. It features 6 dedicated sporting clays (korongvadászat) tracks powered by approximately 60 automated trap machines capable of throwing various target types at multiple trajectories. In addition to shotgun sports, the range features static rifle lines at 50 m, 75 m, and 100 m for small and large caliber rifles, as well as dynamic tactical sectors established in 2014 for pistol and carbine situational shooting. Visitors can also train using premium shotguns, such as Rizzini Kemen models.
Training programs at the site cover individual and group sessions for shooters of all skill levels. A key highlight of the venue is its expert instruction led by Zoltán Hegyes, an accomplished shooting coach, multiple Hungarian national champion, Central European Cup winner, and Head of the Hunting and Sport Shooting Committee of the Hungarian Hunters' Chamber (OMVK). Coaching includes foundational gun handling, advanced sporting clays techniques, and comprehensive preparation for the practical Hungarian hunting examination.
Csongrád Shooting Range regularly hosts local, regional, and national shooting competitions across multiple formats. The grounds serve as a primary venue for sporting clays tournaments and official IDPA Defence Cup (Honvédelmi Kupa) tactical pistol and carbine rounds. Beyond formal sports, the expansive open terrain and adjacent hunting lodge (vadászház) allow the facility to host corporate team-building events, recreational mini-competitions, and catered social gatherings.
The venue appeals to a broad demographic due to its versatile design, high safety standards, and year-round accessibility. Whether for a novice seeking introductory firearms instruction or a competitive shooter refining complex target leads, the facility provides tailored options for individuals, hunting groups, and families. Its strategic location near major road networks, including Highway M5 and Route 451, makes it easily reachable from regional hubs across Hungary.
Key Features & Infrastructure
Expansive Grounds: 14-hectare open venue accommodating multiple shooting disciplines simultaneously.
Sporting Clays Setup: 6 active tracks equipped with ~60 automated throwers and a 25-meter high tower.
Multi-Caliber Ranges: Rifle lanes (50 m, 75 m, 100 m) and dynamic IDPA/tactical pistol & carbine bays.
Elite Coaching: Instruction led by champion shooter and OMVK committee head Zoltán Hegyes.
Amenities: On-site parking, rest areas, premium gun rental options (Rizzini Kemen), and access to the neighboring hunting lodge.
Target Audience
Beginners & Juniors: Safe foundational marksmanship training with certified instructors.
Sporting Clays Athletes: Advanced practice across diverse, highly customizable clay target flight paths.
Hunters: Rifle scope zeroing and practical exam preparation.
Corporate & Groups: Team-building events, private competitions, and outdoor hospitality.
Key Services & Pricing Overview
Clay Target Series (25 targets / rotten): 2,400 HUF (~€7).
Shooting Club One-Time Entry Fee: 20,000 HUF.
Annual Club Membership Fee: 12,000 HUF.
Coaching & Exam Prep: Individual and group shotgun/rifle instruction available.
