Major turnout as Budapest Pride defies Orban's ban in Hungary

With rainbow flags flying high, tens of thousands of people began marching Saturday for the Budapest Pride parade, defying a government ban that marks a major pushback against LGBTQ rights in the European Union. Organisers expect a record turnout of more …

Hungary to hold pride parade despite Orban’s ban

People protest after parliament fast-tracked legislation to ban the annual Pride march by LGBTQ+ communities on the grounds that it could be considered harmful to children, in Budapest, Hungary, March 18, 2025. REUTERS/Marton Monus Earlier this year, …

Hungary’s Camino: The Road to Mary’s Shrine

About an hour and a half north of Budapest by car, there’s a little yellow church — the Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption — that stands, baroque and bright, at the bottom of the valley of Mátraverebély. The shrine is called Szentkút, and our journey …

Major turnout as Budapest Pride defies Orban's ban in Hungary

With rainbow flags flying high, tens of thousands of people began marching Saturday for the Budapest Pride parade, defying a government ban that marks a major pushback against LGBTQ rights in the European Union. Organisers expect a record turnout of more …

Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride in open defiance of Hungary’s ban

Hungary Pride March

The Fourth of July is Friday. It’s a day of remembering our nation declaring its independence by celebrating being American with cookouts, hanging out with family and friends and fireworks. Do you set off your own fireworks for the Fourth of July? You …

Biggest-ever Budapest Pride defies Orban ban in Hungary

Record numbers of people marched in the Budapest Pride parade Saturday, defying a government ban that marked a major pushback against LGBTQ rights in the European Union. Organisers estimated up to 200,000 people had taken part in the 30th parade in the …

Top 7 High-Altitude Adventures in Hungary

For expats seeking unique outdoor experiences in Hungary, these lesser-known viewpoints offer breath-taking scenery with a touch of adventure. No extreme skills are required - just a willingness to explore beyond the usual tourist trails. Here are seven …

Heat Records Broken in Hungary

Dawn and daytime heat records were broken in Hungary on Thursday, according to weather service HungaroMet. In Pecs Arpadteto the air cooled to only 24.9 C at dawn, while that last dawn record on this day was in 1967, when in Pannonhalma the mercury dropped …

Quick Guide to Rock Climbing in the Bükk Mountains by Budget Hungary

Hungary’s Bükk Mountains, located in the country’s northern region, offer rock climbing enthusiasts a stunning mix of adventure, natural beauty, and solitude. Known for its dramatic limestone cliffs, lush forests, and hidden caves, the Bükk region provides …