Located in central Europe, Hungary offers a wide range of unique destinations. Mountain ranges, lakes and rivers, plains and more are scattered throughout the country, as are many small, quaint villages.
It is a country famous for its exquisite wines and thermal waters. It is the land of Tokaji Aszú, one of the best sweet wines on the planet, and it is perhaps, after Italy, the nation with more hot springs than any other on the continent. A land that is landlocked but can be called the “Land of Waters” and contains the world’s largest biologically active thermal lake suitable for bathers.
A land where tradition, history, and a fascinating modern lifestyle go hand in hand, and which is reflected in a Michelin-starred gastronomy that embraces new trends while honoring its stellar past.
Hungarian cuisine remains the most sophisticated in Eastern Europe. The Magyars even go so far as to say that there are three essential world cuisines: The French, the Chinese, and their own. That may be a bit of an exaggeration, but Hungary’s reputation is great.
The Hungarian landscape is more gentle than striking.
Architecturally, Hungary is a treasure trove: from Roman ruins to medieval town houses, from Baroque churches to neoclassical public buildings, from spas to art nouveau schools. And we’re not just talking about its wonderful capital, Budapest.
Strolling through Szeged or Kecskemét, Debrecen or Sopron, you will discover an architectural gem on virtually every corner.
With easy access to Europe, due not only to its geographical location but especially to its excellent road system, visitors to Hungary will have the opportunity to experience a vibrant culture that makes it one of the top 15 destinations in the world.
Driving is one of the best ways to discover this diverse country, but if you are planning a trip to Hungary, it is essential that you are fully prepared.
One of the most important things to know is the toll and vignette system. In fact, before you set out to discover this amazing country, you need to purchase the right highway vignette for Hungary.
The length of the toll road network with the electronic vignette system is more than 1,380 km.
The electronic vignette must be purchased before entering the highway, but if you accidentally enter one of the toll roads, the motorist has 60 minutes from entry to purchase permission to use that road. The grace period was introduced to protect bona fide tourists.The highways are managed and controlled by National Toll Payment Services PLC, which uses fixed cameras, mobile toll control units and mobile stop units.
Better be prepared and avoid unnecessary and costly fines.
In short, are you ready to go? Discover the wonders of Hungary and create memories that will stay with you for a lifetime.
