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október 4, 2023 at 5:27 PM CEST

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A perfect autumn day in Budapest – Strolls, culture, delicious food, and stunning views

A hearty breakfast, a nice walk, secret stairs, the Chain Bridge, a few cocktails... All this, of course, with a breathtaking panorama. Take a stroll around the city!

September 14, 2023 at 1:37 PM CEST

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Budapest Weekend Guide 15-17 September

Shows, concerts and cultural attractions – Budapest is always buzzing. Each week, we gather all of the important happenings taking place in our favourite city so you can plan ahead.

August 11, 2023 at 12:51 PM CEST

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15 best things to do in Budapest in August

From Sziget Festival and Grand Budapest Bath Parties to sampling Budapest's most delicious ice creams, here are the best things to do in August.

August 9, 2023 at 9:54 AM CEST

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This is what the picnic on the reopened Chain Bridge looked like

Budapest's iconic landmark, the Chain Bridge, reopened in style: with a picnic. And here is how it went.

August 1, 2023 at 2:29 PM CEST

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Save the date: the Chain Bridge, Budapest's iconic landmark, is about to reopen for pedestrians

The renovation of the Chain Bridge has been completed. The bridge will reopen this Friday after being closed for two years.

June 21, 2023 at 2:01 PM CEST

Budapest

Chain Bridge remains car-free permanently

No cars will be allowed on the Chain Bridge - decided the people of Budapest.

September 29, 2022 at 10:05 AM CEST

Budapest

Guest Experience: Hotel Clark Budapest

One of the capital's finest boutique hotels can be found near the Chain Bridge and the Buda Castle Tunnel. Hotel Clark Budapest is discreet, comfortable and reliable – just like an elegant butler.

April 8, 2022 at 8:11 PM CEST

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Chain Bridge lions to be back in place by the autumn

After painstaking restoration, the lion statues will be returned to the Pest bridgeheads of the Chain Bridge by the autumn.

November 26, 2021 at 2:57 PM CET

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Celebrate Scotland’s national day with dancing and whisky at the Marriott

Celebrate the long history of Scottish and Hungarian friendship with whisky and dancing this Saturday at the St Andrew's Ball, hosted by the Budapest Marriott Hotel.

September 13, 2021 at 8:58 AM CEST

Budapest

See the new colour of the Chain Bridge

Budapest’s most revered landmark, the Chain Bridge, is currently undergoing a huge overhaul. Here you can see the colour chosen for the new crossing, a classy blueish-grey. Completion is due for 2023.

August 6, 2021 at 9:39 AM CEST

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They’ve taken the lions away! Revered figures removed during Chain Bridge rebuild

Is nothing sacred? Now they've taken the lions from Chain Bridge! While Budapest's most iconic and historic crossing undergoes major renovation, the four majestic felines guarding it will do so, too.

June 16, 2021 at 1:17 PM CEST

Budapest

Chain Bridge closes for 18 months – boats now serve the two riverbanks

Take the boat from Buda to Pest from now on – the Chain Bridge closes to pedestrian and road traffic, including public transport, for 18 months of renovation.

March 16, 2021 at 8:47 AM CET

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The men who made Budapest: István Széchenyi

Soon to be renovated, the Chain Bridge was the brainchild of Count István Széchenyi, also responsible for the Academy of Sciences, National Casino and other major initiatives around Budapest.

March 11, 2021 at 1:27 PM CET

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Vintage tram marks March 15th and closing of Chain Bridge while cyclists reclaim the Pest quayside

There's a double celebration this holiday weekend around the Chain Bridge and Pest quay, with the closing of Chain Bridge and annual 15 March events. Ride a vintage tram and take in an exhibition!

February 3, 2021 at 10:17 AM CET

Sights & culture

A last look at the Chain Bridge – photographer Tamás Dragon captures Budapest landmark before renovation

See Budapest's iconic Chain Bridge one last time before its renovation, thanks to these fabulous images by specialist architecture photographer Tamás Dragon.

January 28, 2014 at 5:27 PM CET

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Lánchíd 19 Hotel

The Lánchíd 19  near  Clark Ádám tér  was one of the first designer hotels in Budapest