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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.
Tue, 27 Oct 2020
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Get spooky with ancient Halloween celebrations at Aquincum
Immerse yourself in all things Halloween at the fiery annual Celtic pagan festival staged at the Aquincum Museum this Saturday, 31 October.
Mon, 26 Oct 2020
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New light-saving resin to illuminate EuroVelo cycle route by the Danube
Let there be light! Magyar Közút uses a special resin to illuminate part of the extensive EuroVelo 6 cycle route around Esztergom, alongside the Danube just north of Budapest.
Tue, 6 Oct 2020
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Get outdoors this autumn – a romantic hike up the slopes of Nagy-Szénás
Head to Nagy-Szénás, only six kilometres outside Budapest, for a panoramic hike in undisturbed wilderness.
Mon, 28 Sep 2020
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Free beach to open at Római-part in 2021
Splish-splash! Swimming will be allowed in the Danube in 2021 at Római-part, where a free beach will be set up, following on from a successful temporary initiative this summer.
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Dam plan halted for Sziget Festival site and unspoilt island retreat
In a major victory for environmentalists, a dam project planned for Hajógyári Island, site of the Sziget Festival and a haven for hikers and dog walkers, has been withdrawn.
Fri, 25 Sep 2020
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Campona KockaPark – dreaming big from small bricks
Take LEGO® to the nth degree at the Campona KockaPark, where Budapest landmarks, film sets and famous characters are brought to life, brick by brick.
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City discovery games in Budapest: can you crack all the riddles?
Discover your city and enjoy a discovery-game walk with friends and family thanks to Secret City Trails! The banks of the Danube, Castle Hill, District V or Gellért Hill – the choice is yours!
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Szentendre on two wheels – new sections pave the way for cyclists
Cycle from Budapest to romantic Szentendre with ease thanks to new bike paths, making the 20-kilometre trek a breeze. We put our mettle to the pedal and tested it out for ourselves.
Wed, 23 Sep 2020
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Good news for birdlife in Budapest
A thousand bird boxes and carefully monitoring of flocks will soon be implemented around Budapest, helping improve the situation for wildlife and the city's green habitats.
Mon, 14 Sep 2020
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Discover unique wildlife and a 360° panorama at Sas-hegy Visitor Centre
Special plant and animal species unique to Hungary, and sweeping views of the capital, are waiting to be seen at the Sas-hegy Visitor Centre!
Thu, 10 Sep 2020
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Rupp Hill: Admire the view, but don’t deviate from the path!
Head to Rupp Hill for an easy hike near Budapest, affording great views.
Tue, 8 Sep 2020
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See roebucks rut around Budapest
It's roebuck rutting and roaring season! Around Budapest, special tours are laid on for visitors to observe this natural phenomenon in the woodlands surrounding the city.
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Extended discount for Rudas and Széchenyi baths to continue
Half-priced tickets to the Rudas and Széchenyi Spas will continue until the end of October.
Mon, 7 Sep 2020
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Bikes allowed free on public transport for 3-month test period
Travelling with your bike just became a lot easier: for three months starting in September, cycles can now be taken on public transport without a separate ticket.
Wed, 2 Sep 2020
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New 3D film and family-friendly features to lure more visitors to the caves of Buda
The two most accessible caves in the Duna-Ipoly National Park surrounding Budapest, Szemlő-hegyi and Pál-völgyi, have both been given an upgrade to make them more visitor-friendly. Take a look!
Tue, 1 Sep 2020
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New sports and leisure park for the Tabán
More green space and sports facilities for Budapest – the Tabán, sloping between Castle Hill and the Danube, now features workout equipment, playgrounds, courts and newly planted trees.
Wed, 26 Aug 2020
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Discover Farkaserdő, the wild woods on Budapest’s doorstep
The Farkaserdő woods replanted after industrialisation now provide a wonderful green getaway alongside a housing estate in urban Újpest. You can even volunteer to walk a rescue dog around them!
Fri, 21 Aug 2020
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New urban green space by the Mammut mall – Millenáris Széllkapu Park opens
More green space for Budapest – the Millenáris Széllkapu Park has just opened by the Mammut mall, lined with newly planted cherry trees and a natural green wall.
Wed, 19 Aug 2020
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Budapest spas cheaper all summer!
Now welcoming bathers, Budapest's spas are also offering significantly reduced admission all summer, including the Széchenyi, the Rudas and the Lukács, with the Gellért to open from 1 September.
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Bumper holiday weekend and brave new world for Hungarian cricket
Watch Hungarian cricket take a major step forward this weekend at Sződliget near Budapest when four teams compete in the newly established and potentially lucrative European Cricket Series.
Wed, 12 Aug 2020
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New initiative BASABU distributes bananas and sandwiches to homeless in Budapest
Sandwiches and bananas are being distributed to the homeless through a new organisation in Budapest, BASABU.
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Budapest’s biggest sports complex soon to open in City Park
Opening soon, the new sports complex in the City Park features a mini football stadium, Teqball, basketball, volleyball and all kinds of equipment for street training.
Mon, 10 Aug 2020
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Cycle around east Pest to discover the lovely greenery of Lake Naplás
Discover the ample greenery of east Pest and the natural wonders of Lake Naplás!
Thu, 6 Aug 2020
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Sad news for the Király Baths as renovation efforts are shelved
Király Baths will not reopen and renovation efforts are postponed indefinitely.