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Two New Ferries Allow Cyclists to Cross Lake Tisza in Hungary

Two New Ferries Allow Cyclists to Cross Lake Tisza in Hungary

Two bicycle ferries were inaugurated on Tuesday in Tiszaderzs (Northern Great Plain region of central Hungary) at Lake Tisza, the country’s second largest lake. The two ferries will not only allow the full circumnavigation of Lake Tisza, but also shorter sections of the lake, so that elderly people and families with small children do not have to miss out on the experience of cycling at Lake ...
Xploring Hungary: Orfű Lakes

Xploring Hungary: Orfű Lakes

  • 15 Feb 2024 12:19 PM
  • getting around
The municipality of Orfű is located on three man-made lakes (Orfűi-tó or Kis-tó, Pécsitó and Herman-Ottó-tó).  While the first two lakes are suitable for swimming and sailing, the Herman-Ottó-tó is a nature reserve where only fishing is allowed.
Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names

Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names

A third of Budapest’s 8,598 streets and squares have been renamed at least once in their history. A third of those now bear the name of a real or fictitious person, the most popular being Attila József. A look at the reasons for renaming and the issues of political memory it spotlights.
Deal Done: Public Transport Passes to Remain Valid Throughout Budapest and Agglomeration

Deal Done: Public Transport Passes to Remain Valid Throughout Budapest and Agglomeration

Commuters will continue to benefit from cheap and user-friendly public transport as monthly passes covering Budapest and other parts of the country will be accepted on routes operated by Budapest transport companies, Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, and János Lázár, the transport and construction minister agreed.
Square in Front of Budapest Synagogue Temporarily Renamed October 7 Square

Square in Front of Budapest Synagogue Temporarily Renamed October 7 Square

Theodor Herzl Square in front of the Dohány Street Synagogue has been renamed October 7 Square for two weeks in memory of the victims of the attack by Hamas terrorists.
Budapest-Győr Rail Line Closing for Three Weeks

Budapest-Győr Rail Line Closing for Three Weeks

The Budapest-Győr railway line will be completely shut down from October 27 to November 17, due to track renovations, the state-owned railway and coach company MÁV-Volán announced.
Tourism Thriving in Esztergom - Star City of Danube Bend Region

Tourism Thriving in Esztergom - Star City of Danube Bend Region

By combining its special historical and cultural values, its favorable natural features, and new culinary attractions, Esztergom (northern Hungary) has attracted a wider audience than ever before, and by the end of July, the number of local overnight stays had increased by 15 percent, writes Világgazdaság.

"Rain Park" in Budapest: Winner of Hungary’s National Green Cities Europe Award to Represent at International Contest

Northern Budapest’s Pünkösdfürdő Park, the winner of Hungary’s National Green Cities Europe Award, will represent the country in the Green Cities Europe international contest in Brussels in October, Mayor Gergely Karácsony said on Facebook.
Insider’s Guide: Budapest Zoo – Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Insider’s Guide: Budapest Zoo – Take a Walk on the Wild Side

  • 21 Aug 2023 8:12 AM
  • getting around
Budapest Zoo is one of the oldest of its kind. Set at the edge of City Park, it regularly announces the arrival of new-borns and stages special events all year round. One such is the Night of Zoos, scheduled for the end of summer every year.
Two New Ferries Allow Cyclists to Cross Lake Tisza in Hungary

Two New Ferries Allow Cyclists to Cross Lake Tisza in Hungary

Two bicycle ferries were inaugurated on Tuesday in Tiszaderzs (Northern Great Plain region of central Hungary) at Lake Tisza, the country’s second largest lake. The two ferries will not only allow the full circumnavigation of Lake Tisza, but also shorter sections of the lake, so that elderly people and families with small children do not have to miss out on the experience of cycling at Lake ...
Xploring Hungary: Orfű Lakes

Xploring Hungary: Orfű Lakes

  • 15 Feb 2024 12:19 PM
  • getting around
The municipality of Orfű is located on three man-made lakes (Orfűi-tó or Kis-tó, Pécsitó and Herman-Ottó-tó).  While the first two lakes are suitable for swimming and sailing, the Herman-Ottó-tó is a nature reserve where only fishing is allowed.
Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names

Expat Explainer: Poets, Politicians & Saints - Budapest’s Changing Street Names

A third of Budapest’s 8,598 streets and squares have been renamed at least once in their history. A third of those now bear the name of a real or fictitious person, the most popular being Attila József. A look at the reasons for renaming and the issues of political memory it spotlights.
Deal Done: Public Transport Passes to Remain Valid Throughout Budapest and Agglomeration

Deal Done: Public Transport Passes to Remain Valid Throughout Budapest and Agglomeration

Commuters will continue to benefit from cheap and user-friendly public transport as monthly passes covering Budapest and other parts of the country will be accepted on routes operated by Budapest transport companies, Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, and János Lázár, the transport and construction minister agreed.
Square in Front of Budapest Synagogue Temporarily Renamed October 7 Square

Square in Front of Budapest Synagogue Temporarily Renamed October 7 Square

Theodor Herzl Square in front of the Dohány Street Synagogue has been renamed October 7 Square for two weeks in memory of the victims of the attack by Hamas terrorists.
Budapest-Győr Rail Line Closing for Three Weeks

Budapest-Győr Rail Line Closing for Three Weeks

The Budapest-Győr railway line will be completely shut down from October 27 to November 17, due to track renovations, the state-owned railway and coach company MÁV-Volán announced.
Tourism Thriving in Esztergom - Star City of Danube Bend Region

Tourism Thriving in Esztergom - Star City of Danube Bend Region

By combining its special historical and cultural values, its favorable natural features, and new culinary attractions, Esztergom (northern Hungary) has attracted a wider audience than ever before, and by the end of July, the number of local overnight stays had increased by 15 percent, writes Világgazdaság.

"Rain Park" in Budapest: Winner of Hungary’s National Green Cities Europe Award to Represent at International Contest

Northern Budapest’s Pünkösdfürdő Park, the winner of Hungary’s National Green Cities Europe Award, will represent the country in the Green Cities Europe international contest in Brussels in October, Mayor Gergely Karácsony said on Facebook.
Insider’s Guide: Budapest Zoo – Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Insider’s Guide: Budapest Zoo – Take a Walk on the Wild Side

  • 21 Aug 2023 8:12 AM
  • getting around
Budapest Zoo is one of the oldest of its kind. Set at the edge of City Park, it regularly announces the arrival of new-borns and stages special events all year round. One such is the Night of Zoos, scheduled for the end of summer every year.