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A new bike path will connect Budapest and Lake Balaton
The dedicated bicycle route should link Hungary’s capital and biggest lake by the end of 2018, to be built among other local bike-path improvements.
Wed, 16 Aug 2017
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Budapest’s Palatinus Bath will now stay open all year long
This Margaret Island pool park was previously only open in summer, but after a major renovation that included installing an indoor thermal bath, Palatinus now welcomes soakers year-round.
Tue, 15 Aug 2017
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A new video shows Budapest’s secret underwater cave system
Watch intrepid divers don scuba attire to descend into deep subterranean caverns while exploring an underwater realm, all beneath the streets of urban Budapest.
Mon, 7 Aug 2017
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The FINA World Masters Championships kick off in Budapest
After the world’s leading swimmers achieved impressive aquatic feats during Budapest’s FINA World Championships in July, the competition now continues with the Masters tournament.
Fri, 28 Jul 2017
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9 divine Budapest pool parks for summer swimming
While Budapest’s largest swimming complexes are closed until the end of September because of FINA, there are still plenty of open-air baths with swimming pools to choose from citywide.
Thu, 27 Jul 2017
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4 Budapest thermal baths where you can soak in history
Bathing in hot-spring waters is a Budapest tradition dating back centuries, and this living legacy is especially evident at any of these storied spas.
Wed, 26 Jul 2017
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Auto Focus: Hungary’s Formula 1 Grand Prix 2017
The world’s top drivers zoom around the Hungaroring track near Budapest this weekend – we present a guide to the races.
Mon, 24 Jul 2017
Mon, 17 Jul 2017
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Photo Essay: Budapest’s FINA 2017 opening ceremony makes a splash
Atop a floating stage on the Danube with the Royal Palace as a backdrop, hundreds of performers welcomed the global swimming community with a brilliant show.
Tue, 11 Jul 2017
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We Love Budapest presents a FINA edition of the Insider guide
As water-sports athletes and fans flood into Budapest from near and far for the FINA World Championships, we offer them insider info in this special booklet.
Fri, 7 Jul 2017
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Stories and secrets of Budapest’s 99-year-old Gellért Bath
As one of the most beautiful Art Nouveau buildings of Budapest, Gellért Bath is nearing its one-century jubilee. We celebrate with photos by Krisztián Bódis.
Tue, 30 May 2017
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Soak up summery seaside vibes near Budapest as Lupa Beach reopens
Budapest has no seashore, but at a party zone found just an hour’s journey away from the city center, we can experience a pretty authentic beach feeling.
Fri, 19 May 2017
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Head out on a hike beyond Budapest to discover the Danube Bend
We provide directions to a new lookout tower in the Visegrád Hills just north of Hungary’s capital, where you can see one of Europe’s most stunning panoramas.
Fri, 5 May 2017
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Enjoy water sports and more at Budapest’s free Danube Regatta
The Danube Regatta – Budapest’s biggest river-based sports contest between universities – happens for the fifth time on May 6th, amid a festival atmosphere.
Wed, 12 Apr 2017
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The outdoor pools at Budapest’s Gellért Bath reopen for summer
Beginning on April 13th, Gellért Bath welcomes visitors again for sun-splashed dips, and the tanning terraces are already open at many of the city’s spas.
Mon, 13 Mar 2017
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I Bike Budapest will fill the city streets again on Earth Day
On April 22nd, the roads of Hungary’s capital will be cleared of cars to instead welcome bikers of all ages on a fresh route that passes by spectacular sights.
Tue, 7 Mar 2017
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See plans for Budapest’s FINA Championship pools in City Park
The planet’s biggest aquatic-sports tournament, happening in Hungary this July, will transform City Park’s lake into a unique venue for synchronized swimmers.
Fri, 24 Feb 2017
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New pool complex is ready for Budapest’s FINA World Championships
Prominent Hungarian athletes all took a dip during Tuesday’s opening ceremony at the grand water-sports facility that will host this summer’s big tournament.
Wed, 15 Feb 2017
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The Escape Room World Championship soon debuts in Budapest
Being a global pioneer in escape-room games, Budapest hosts the finals of the challenging competition being organized by Red Bull Mind Gamers in March of 2017.
Wed, 28 Dec 2016
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Nr1 Fitness is downtown Budapest’s newest 24/7 gym
This brand-new fitness center near Oktogon opened with a serious mission: they would like to make athletic training available and fun-filled for everyone.
Fri, 11 Nov 2016
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A new promo video portrays Olympic action around Budapest
Hungary’s bid to host the Olympic Games in 2024 is boosted by the “Budapest Connects Us” mini-movie, portraying various sports and beautiful city scenery.
Thu, 3 Nov 2016
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Work out for free at downtown Budapest’s new outdoor gym
Get fit without paying any fees by using the modern exercise equipment that is freshly installed in a previously vacant lot on central Pest’s Szerb Street.
Fri, 28 Oct 2016
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Budapest’s hilltop Normafa parkland has a new running track
Following the recent refurbishment of the Erzsébet Lookout Tower, the stunning setting of Normafa is even more welcoming with a new rubberized running path.
Tue, 18 Oct 2016
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Plans unveiled for Budapest’s proposed 2024 Olympics venues
See the visual plans for the sports facilities dreamed up by 50 people during the past two years to support Hungary’s bid to host the 2024 Summer Games.
Wed, 5 Oct 2016
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Bath Culture Day brings live entertainment to Budapest’s spas
Several of the city’s famous thermal baths welcome everyone with fire jugglers, Caribbean rhythms, late-night soaking, and more on Saturday, October 8th.