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Learn how to ski at Budapest’s first indoor slope
With the aid of a special simulator machine, learn how to ski at the recently opened Skienergie centre by Budapest's City Park.
Mon, 15 Jun 2020
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Botanical garden to open in the City Park – more renovations due for the autumn
Renovations to Budapest's City Park have been ongoing, and recent announcements include a botanical garden, sports courts and a promenade, all to be ready for this autumn.
Thu, 4 Jun 2020
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Cycle routes around Budapest illustrated on new citywide map
Check out the Hungarian Cycling Club's new map showing all new and established bike routes in Budapest.
Wed, 3 Jun 2020
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Hungary welcomes you back! New video showcases highlights as the country reopens
See how Hungary is welcoming back visitors thanks to a new high-spec video showcasing the best the country has to offer.
Tue, 2 Jun 2020
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Normafa transformation continues with a new playground and urban greenery
Eötvös Loránd Park in Normafa opens to the public as part of recent efforts to renovate the area around popular green getaway Normafa.
Fri, 29 May 2020
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MOL Bubi citywide bike system to be upgraded
Look out for a better app, newer wheels and a more comprehensive plan system in the MOL Bubi bikes, starting next year. Oh, and discounts for BKK transport-pass holders!
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Football with fans is back in Hungary!
Football with fans! Season-ticket holders may watch Honvéd play Debrecen this Sunday at the MTK stadium – with five games taking place around Hungary at the weekend. Social distancing rules apply!
Wed, 27 May 2020
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When will Budapest’s spas open?
This holiday weekend, you can take the kids to the Palatinus, the Római and Aquaworld – but fans of the Széchenyi, the Gellért and the Rudas will have to wait a little longer to get their spa fix.
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Lupa Beach reopens!
Make a splash at Lupa Beach this year – now open for active recreation, with certain restrictions in place to ensure a safe, fun time is had by all.
Mon, 18 May 2020
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See how Budapest cyclists reclaimed the Danube embankment
Have wheels, can travel. This weekend, Budapest cyclists and pedestrians could take over the Danube embankment in Pest, closed to traffic for two days. Here's how it looked.
Tue, 12 May 2020
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Dance Craze Academy continue dance, drama and singing classes online
Budapest's Dance Craze Academy is now offering their high-energy classes online, including dance, singing and theatre. And all in English!
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Budapest takes to two wheels
With new cycle lanes along major thoroughfares and spring now with us, more and more people are taking to two wheels around Budapest – causing long waits at specialist stores and repair shops.
Mon, 4 May 2020
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Budapest Chairlift up for an overhaul
Budapest's Zugliget Chairlift, a romantic attraction in the Buda hills, is due to be renovated, with a scheduled reopening of 2022.
Sat, 2 May 2020
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See how spring looks in Budapest
Spring is here! No, not like other springs in Budapest but our city has still come to life, with trees in bloom and locals enjoying the fresh air – keeping to strict distancing guidelines, of course.
Fri, 24 Apr 2020
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Enjoy a virtual tour of the Danube Bend thanks to expert drone photography
Admire the beautiful Danube Bend, just outside Budapest, as never before thanks to the expert panoramic drone photography of Zoltán Bujtás.
Thu, 23 Apr 2020
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ELTE Botanical Gardens open for registered visits
Registered guests may enter the lush ELTE Botanical Gardens starting from next Monday, 27 April, a maximum 400 people per day, each visitor to follow the rules about masks and social distancing.
Tue, 21 Apr 2020
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How to enjoy the great outdoors during quarantine
You should be indoors most of the time but a little fresh air and outdoor exercise are allowed. Here's how best to hike, bike and jog under quarantine in and around Budapest.
Mon, 20 Apr 2020
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American Corner Budapest announces online events and workshops
Starting with improvisational comedy, the American Corner Budapest is taking their events and workshops online during the coronavirus shutdown.
Wed, 15 Apr 2020
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A city built by water: Budapest from Roman aqueducts to modern spa mecca
Budapest is a spa hotspot today, but where does that association originate? Celts and Romans first settled in this part of the world, attracted by the abundant water.
Thu, 9 Apr 2020
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Map of new Budapest cycle routes just published
A new map published by Budapest Public Transport (BKK) illustrates the new cycle network being planned across the Hungarian capital to meet increased demand.
Fri, 3 Apr 2020
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Budapest dance school streams live English-friendly classes five days a week
Dance workouts are the stock-in-trade of local instructor Krisztina Hera, as she and her family help us all stay active during the coronavirus lockdown.
Mon, 30 Mar 2020
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Ducklings learn to swim in the Lukács Baths!
There's never a wrong time to learn how to swim – as this family of a dozen ducklings can testify, taking advantage of Budapest's empty Lukács Baths to put in a few laps!
Tue, 24 Mar 2020
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Puskás Aréna wins prestigious international award
Budapest’s Puskás Aréna takes the top prize in the worldwide public vote for Stadium of the Year, the most prestigious honour of its kind. Hungary's national stadium is due to host Euro 2020 in 2021.
Tue, 17 Mar 2020
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Euro 2020 now Euro 2021 – major Budapest sports event postponed for 12 months
Football on ice – the Euro 2020 soccer tournament due to take place this summer in Budapest and 11 other cities has been moved to 2021 due to travel restrictions and coronavirus concerns.
Fri, 13 Mar 2020
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Great escapes from Budapest: Dobogó-kő
An easy and invigorating escape from Budapest, Dobogó-kő offers great panoramic walks and a little Hungarian history at the same time.