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The men behind the nature trails: Károly Kaán

When you're out hiking around Budapest, scaling lookout towers or trekking along wooded paths, one may be named after the pioneer whose work allows us to enjoy nature today. One such is Károly Kaán.

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Budapest’s baths and spas to begin opening from 16 March

From 16 March – Budapest’s baths and spas will start a gradual reopening, beginning with those requiring specific medical treatments there.

Tue, 9 Feb 2021

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Manchester City to play in Budapest – Puskás Aréna stages another top European game

Manchester City are to play a Champions League match against Borussia Mönchengladbach in Budapest on 24 February, eight days after Liverpool take on another German team, Leipzig, at the Puskás Aréna.

Sun, 7 Feb 2021

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Liverpool to play Champions League match in Budapest

Liverpool are coming to Budapest! The English champions take on RB Leipzig at the Puskás Aréna on 16 February as the fixture cannot take place in Germany.

Wed, 3 Feb 2021

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New map created by Budapest’s Bicycle Club shows shops and service points

Locate your nearest bike shop or repair outlet thanks to a handy new map created by Budapest's Bicycle Club.

Mon, 1 Feb 2021

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New public park to be created on Csepel island

An abandoned area of Csepel, a former industrial island in south Budapest, is to be transformed into an environmentally friendly park, with sports facilities a-plenty!

Mon, 25 Jan 2021

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Discover Kiscelli park forest and its romantic surroundings

The Kiscelli Museum might be closed but there's a panoramic and fascinating walk to be had in the primeval woods around it, once a sculpture park for a Viennese patron of the arts.

Fri, 15 Jan 2021

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Take a hike around scenic Sóskút, the quarry that helped build Budapest

The old quarry town of Sóskút is a hidden treasure with great views and scenic walking paths, just outside Budapest.

Wed, 13 Jan 2021

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New nature trail on Kis-Hárs Hill honours revered writer

Lined with interactive information boards, a new nature trail has been opened on Kis-Hárs Hill, created in honour of Hungarian writer István Fekete.

Tue, 12 Jan 2021

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Huge rise in Budapest cyclist numbers

A massive 61% more people cycled around in Budapest in December than during the same month a year ago – counting towards an overall 15% year-on-year rise compared to 2019.

Mon, 11 Jan 2021

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See how the abandoned Rác Baths look today

Still closed a decade after a major renovation, the Rác Baths take on a ghostly appearance through the lens of ace photographer Tamás Pataki, who gained access to the complex to take these images.

Thu, 7 Jan 2021

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Star photographer Sándor Csudai captures sunrise over the slopes of Hármashatár-hegy

Amazing winter scenes unfold through the lens of star photographer Sándor Csudai, who captured sunrise over the spectacular slopes of Hármashatár-hegy on the outskirts of Budapest.

Mon, 4 Jan 2021

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Head count at Budapest Zoo reveals record diversity

More creatures and a greater diversity than ever before – an official survey at Budapest Zoo has just revealed record numbers at this venerable institution.

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Getting back on our feet: walking tours of Budapest resume

Join us on one of the exciting walking tours still operating during the pandemic – with necessary distancing measures in place to keep participants safe.

Fri, 18 Dec 2020

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Thousands of plants bedded in the renovated botanical garden at City Park

Find peace and quiet amid the newly planted greenery in the renovated botanical garden at City Park, where paths and a water feature have also been installed.

Mon, 14 Dec 2020

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Budapest’s largest rooftop terrace and track to crown top sports university

Budapest’s University of Physical Education will soon be one of the finest colleges for sports science in the region thanks to a major redevelopment incorporating a vast roof terrace and pool.

Fri, 11 Dec 2020

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Hike to a war-time hilltop bunker for great city views and fascinating history

Looking for something unique to check out this weekend? Head to a historic war-time bunker in the Buda hills!

Tue, 1 Dec 2020

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Cheap rides for kids on the Chairlift and Funicular all December

Kids can ride on the Funicular and Zugliget Chairlift for only 100 forints through December.

Fri, 20 Nov 2020

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All aboard: MÁV and the Hungarian Cycling Club combine to make trains more cycle-friendly

New plans to better accommodate bicycles on trains have been developed by state rail MÁV and the Hungarian Cycling Club.

Thu, 19 Nov 2020

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Hike to Apáthy rock for fantastic views just outside the city

Looking for a nice autumn hike? Check out Apáthy rock, only 20 minutes from Budapest!

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Explore Margaret Island in the autumn with our latest video

Margaret Island is crowned with a special flourish when the autumnal colours sweep though its trees and bushes. Take a virtual tour in this quick new video.

Wed, 11 Nov 2020

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Basilica Christmas Market announces online operations for 2020

The Basilica Christmas Market to move online for 2020, citing coronavirus concerns.

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Take a virtual tour of Budapest’s most popular thermal spa, the Széchenyi

Dive in to the rich history of Budapest's most popular baths, the Széchenyi – and wander around its ornate pools in our video!

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Good news for dog owners: you can walk your pet after curfew at 8pm

New information provided by the Commissioner for Animal Welfare decrees dog-walking exception to 8pm curfew.

Fri, 30 Oct 2020

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Take a gorgeous autumn walk around Kő-hegy for amazing hilltop views

This autumn, get hiking around Kő-hegy in Budaörs, just outside Budapest, for spectacular views and ecclesiastical landmarks.