Dalstation van ski-arena Eplény

Ski-area Eplény

ByGert

Hungary has no Alps, but does offer some ski resorts, such as the Mátra Mountains and the ski arena of Eplény, 30 minutes from Budapest. Although the altitude is limited (500 m, 175 m elevation gain), there are multiple slopes, elevators and ski facilities, including evening lighting and ski rentals. Due to its small size, waiting times are minimal, allowing for smooth skiing. The area is too small for a real ski vacation, but ideal for regular practice. In summer, it is transformed into a mountain bike park.

Understanding stones

Understanding stones

ByGaby

In Hungary, the stones are often buried under the surface and are only visible when the fields are ploughed. However, we note that the stones disappear because the soil ‘eats’ them. We think the frozen soil under the stones melts, causing them to sink.

Autumn fog

ByGaby

November is also a grey month in Hungary. There is still little rain, but regular thick fog. Mazy catches her balls flawlessly and the deer were like shadows behind the garden: walking here is worthwhile in every season. After 10 days of shivering at 12°C in the house, we can now happily turn up the…

Parlementsgebouw in Budapest

Budapest

ByGert

If anyone knows anything about Hungary, they have probably heard about its capital, Budapest.
We had been there two years ago, and visited a shop or government building regularly in recent months, but it was high time to pay another tourist visit to our capital.