24 result(s) for balaton region in Getting around
Xploring Hungary: Top 10 Breath-Taking Locations Around Lake Balaton
- 23 Jun 2026 8:14 AM
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From medieval castles and volcanic hills to lavender fields and thermal waters, the whole Balaton region is full of places worth exploring by expats. Here are ten special destinations that stand out for their scenery, atmosphere and local character.
Update: MAV to Harmonise Bus & Trains in Popular Hungarian Region for Tourism
- 17 Jun 2026 9:41 AM
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A denser, more frequent bus network tuned to train timetables will start operating in the Matra region, a popular tourist destination in NE Hungary, from Saturday, state-owned transport company MAV Group said on Tuesday.
Update: Train Insight: MAV Finds Solution to Cope with Summer Traffic to Balaton
- 3 Jun 2026 7:43 AM
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Hungarian state railways MAV will lease ten InterCity carriages from the Austrian railways for the summer, David Vitézy, the minister for investment and transportation, said on Facebook.
Insider's Guide: Exploring Hungary’s 10 Amazing National Parks
- 2 Jun 2026 4:04 PM
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From wetlands rich in birdlife and vast plains where horsemen still preserve ancient traditions, to hidden caves, forested mountains and peaceful lakeside trails, Hungary’s national parks reveal a side of the country many visitors never fully discover - but expats can!
Watch: Dog Rescued from Ice-Covered Danube in Budapest
- 15 Jan 2026 9:35 AM
- getting around
Hungarian firefighters faced freezing conditions on Tuesday, January 13, to rescue a dog that had fallen into icy water. The incident occurred amid a severe winter cold snap affecting much of the country.
Top 5 Winter Experiences Around Balaton
- 14 Jan 2026 6:49 AM
- getting around
The expansive Lake Balaton region offers a great variety of experiences in the colder season as well as in summer, as you can see in this handy one minute video.
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HungaroMet, the national weather service, has withdrawn its 2nd degree (orange) alerts issued on Tuesday for freezing rain in Budapest and other parts of the country.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.
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.
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.
Xploring Hungary: Top 10 Breath-Taking Locations Around Lake Balaton
- 23 Jun 2026 8:14 AM
- getting around
From medieval castles and volcanic hills to lavender fields and thermal waters, the whole Balaton region is full of places worth exploring by expats. Here are ten special destinations that stand out for their scenery, atmosphere and local character.
Update: MAV to Harmonise Bus & Trains in Popular Hungarian Region for Tourism
- 17 Jun 2026 9:41 AM
- getting around
A denser, more frequent bus network tuned to train timetables will start operating in the Matra region, a popular tourist destination in NE Hungary, from Saturday, state-owned transport company MAV Group said on Tuesday.
Update: Train Insight: MAV Finds Solution to Cope with Summer Traffic to Balaton
- 3 Jun 2026 7:43 AM
- getting around
Hungarian state railways MAV will lease ten InterCity carriages from the Austrian railways for the summer, David Vitézy, the minister for investment and transportation, said on Facebook.
Insider's Guide: Exploring Hungary’s 10 Amazing National Parks
- 2 Jun 2026 4:04 PM
- getting around
From wetlands rich in birdlife and vast plains where horsemen still preserve ancient traditions, to hidden caves, forested mountains and peaceful lakeside trails, Hungary’s national parks reveal a side of the country many visitors never fully discover - but expats can!
Watch: Dog Rescued from Ice-Covered Danube in Budapest
- 15 Jan 2026 9:35 AM
- getting around
Hungarian firefighters faced freezing conditions on Tuesday, January 13, to rescue a dog that had fallen into icy water. The incident occurred amid a severe winter cold snap affecting much of the country.
Top 5 Winter Experiences Around Balaton
- 14 Jan 2026 6:49 AM
- getting around
The expansive Lake Balaton region offers a great variety of experiences in the colder season as well as in summer, as you can see in this handy one minute video.
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.
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.
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.