Hungary The cycle path network is still under construction. Cyclists only have a 2% share in total traffic. Public transport, on the other hand, has one of the highest proportions in Europe (approx. 50%), which is also clearly at the expense of car traffic.
Routes
National and cross-border routes
- Budapest-Vienna route: 324 km
- Danube Cycle Path (Vienna - Budapest)
- Budapest-Balaton Route: 124 km
- Debrecen-Hortobágy route: 96 km
- Lake Tisza route 102 km
Travel time
The best time to cycle in Hungary is from spring to autumn, around April to the end of September. Since it can get quite hot in the country in the summer months, certain cycle paths should be approached carefully beforehand. Country roads and off-road drives can be long and there may be little protection from the heat.
getting there
Entering or leaving the EU border crossings by bike is not a problem, only police checks can sometimes still take place.
Bike transport
By train
Local transport
Long-distance transport
Night trains
Additional information
Food supply
Most villages and many small towns have wells from which everyone can draw drinking water. Smaller and larger shops are everywhere in the country and thus the grocery shopping is guaranteed. Many shops are also open on Sundays, restaurants are almost everywhere.
accommodation
useful hints
All about cycling
Legal
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- Avoid alcohol entirely (zero per mille).
- In Hungary people drive on the right.
- It is allowed to ride next to each other on cycle paths, cycle lanes and pedestrian cycle paths.
- If there is a cycle path alongside the road, cyclists are only allowed to use this. The same applies to bicycle lanes.
- Cyclists on pedestrian cycle paths must show consideration for pedestrians.
- A maximum of 20 km / h may only be traveled on pedestrian bike paths in designated places, otherwise 10 km / h. These paths must be used if there are appropriate signs.
- Outside built-up areas, a safety vest must be worn in poor visibility.
Recommendable
- Use a bicycle helmet.
- Check the bike: lights, reflectors / cat eyes red and yellow, brakes; Wear light-reflecting clothes and sturdy shoes.
- At level crossings, especially if there are no barriers, pay double attention!
Events
Every year over ten bike races are held in the country, including the Tour de Hongrie.
