275 result(s) for balaton area in Articles
Opinion: Why More Dutch Are Leaving for Hungary - Culture, Community, Conservatism
- 9 Feb 2026 5:55 AM
- current affairs
When people think of Europeans migrating abroad, they often imagine sunny destinations with Mediterranean beaches in Southern Europe. Indeed, countries such as Portugal and Spain remain very popular. Yet for my fellow Dutch countrymen, Hungary is increasingly becoming a preferred destination as well. This must be for different reasons, as Hungary — being landlocked — is hardly known for its ...
After Balaton the Top 3 Locations for Local Travellers in Hungary are Budapest, Siófok, Eger
- 9 Feb 2026 5:51 AM
- getting around
Szallas.hu's latest analysis of domestic travel trends shows Lake Balaton as the top choice for Hungarian travelers, with Budapest, Siófok, and Eger leading the most-booked municipalities last year.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 15 January
- 15 Jan 2026 1:39 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Update: Warning Issued Due to Risk of Freezing Rain in Hungary
- 14 Jan 2026 6:37 AM
- getting around
HungaroMet, the national weather service, has withdrawn its 2nd degree (orange) alerts issued on Tuesday for freezing rain in Budapest and other parts of the country. The weather service, has however, maintained a first-degree alert for some areas in south-eastern Hungary, where further, scattered sleet is expected.
Balaton Wineries Shine Again at Wine Grand Prix in Hungary
- 12 Jan 2026 8:22 AM
- food & drink
The Hungarian Wine Writers’ Circle (MBK) has announced the winners of its annual Grand Prix, with Lake Balaton’s wine regions once again claiming the top honours. In the white wine category, the 2024 Kéknyelű from Bálint Földi (Badacsony) took the top spot, while the 2021 Peregrina blend from Zelna Winery (Balatonfüred) was named the best red.
New Developments in Case of Irish Man Accused of Murder of American Woman in Budapest
- 18 Dec 2025 12:46 PM
- current affairs
The Budapest Metropolitan Court held a preliminary hearing on Wednesday in a criminal case in which the prosecution accuses an Irish man of homicide, and after the defendant did not admit to committing the crime during the hearing, the court referred the case to trial, the court said on Wednesday.
Insider’s Guide: Charming Narrow-Gauge Forest Railways in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 4:44 PM
- getting around
For anyone interested in exploring Hungary beyond the usual tourist spots, narrow-gauge forest railways offer a fascinating mix of history, nature, and a little bit of nostalgia. Originally built for logging, mining, and industrial purposes, these small railways crisscross forests, mountains, and valleys, providing a very different perspective on the country.
Budapest Dominates List of Hungary’s Most Expensive Streets
- 1 Dec 2025 5:49 AM
- property
Seventeen of the 20 most expensive streets in the country in 2024 were located in Budapest, according to freshly updated data from the KSH Property Price Register.
When & Where to See the Northern Lights in Hungary
- 25 Nov 2025 5:15 PM
- getting around
Hungary has started to offer a rare chance to witness the Northern Lights, a spectacle many once thought exclusive to far-northern regions. Recent years have brought occasional breath-taking displays of the Aurora Borealis here, fascinating sky watchers with shimmering colours lighting up the night sky.
Opinion: Why More Dutch Are Leaving for Hungary - Culture, Community, Conservatism
- 9 Feb 2026 5:55 AM
- current affairs
When people think of Europeans migrating abroad, they often imagine sunny destinations with Mediterranean beaches in Southern Europe. Indeed, countries such as Portugal and Spain remain very popular. Yet for my fellow Dutch countrymen, Hungary is increasingly becoming a preferred destination as well. This must be for different reasons, as Hungary — being landlocked — is hardly known for its ...
After Balaton the Top 3 Locations for Local Travellers in Hungary are Budapest, Siófok, Eger
- 9 Feb 2026 5:51 AM
- getting around
Szallas.hu's latest analysis of domestic travel trends shows Lake Balaton as the top choice for Hungarian travelers, with Budapest, Siófok, and Eger leading the most-booked municipalities last year.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 15 January
- 15 Jan 2026 1:39 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Update: Warning Issued Due to Risk of Freezing Rain in Hungary
- 14 Jan 2026 6:37 AM
- getting around
HungaroMet, the national weather service, has withdrawn its 2nd degree (orange) alerts issued on Tuesday for freezing rain in Budapest and other parts of the country. The weather service, has however, maintained a first-degree alert for some areas in south-eastern Hungary, where further, scattered sleet is expected.
Balaton Wineries Shine Again at Wine Grand Prix in Hungary
- 12 Jan 2026 8:22 AM
- food & drink
The Hungarian Wine Writers’ Circle (MBK) has announced the winners of its annual Grand Prix, with Lake Balaton’s wine regions once again claiming the top honours. In the white wine category, the 2024 Kéknyelű from Bálint Földi (Badacsony) took the top spot, while the 2021 Peregrina blend from Zelna Winery (Balatonfüred) was named the best red.
New Developments in Case of Irish Man Accused of Murder of American Woman in Budapest
- 18 Dec 2025 12:46 PM
- current affairs
The Budapest Metropolitan Court held a preliminary hearing on Wednesday in a criminal case in which the prosecution accuses an Irish man of homicide, and after the defendant did not admit to committing the crime during the hearing, the court referred the case to trial, the court said on Wednesday.
Insider’s Guide: Charming Narrow-Gauge Forest Railways in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 4:44 PM
- getting around
For anyone interested in exploring Hungary beyond the usual tourist spots, narrow-gauge forest railways offer a fascinating mix of history, nature, and a little bit of nostalgia. Originally built for logging, mining, and industrial purposes, these small railways crisscross forests, mountains, and valleys, providing a very different perspective on the country.
Budapest Dominates List of Hungary’s Most Expensive Streets
- 1 Dec 2025 5:49 AM
- property
Seventeen of the 20 most expensive streets in the country in 2024 were located in Budapest, according to freshly updated data from the KSH Property Price Register.
When & Where to See the Northern Lights in Hungary
- 25 Nov 2025 5:15 PM
- getting around
Hungary has started to offer a rare chance to witness the Northern Lights, a spectacle many once thought exclusive to far-northern regions. Recent years have brought occasional breath-taking displays of the Aurora Borealis here, fascinating sky watchers with shimmering colours lighting up the night sky.