Bear Home
The only bear sanctuary in Central Europe which was opened in Veresegyház, on the 24th November 1998. The 39 brown bears can play in the 3.5-hectare continuous enclosure of the ensemble, which covers 5.5 hectares. In the summer of 2000, based on the technology already proven for bears, the enclosure for wolves was created. One and a half hectares of wooded land with lush vegetation was given to the 18 European grey wolves who moved in for the first time. The bear home area can be walked around with the guidance of qualified carers and, to make the experience more memorable, we can even feed the bears with apples and honey. In the autumn of 2009, to the delight of the visitors, the wooden high lookout tower was completed, from which the whole bear enclosure can be clearly seen.
The Bear Home awaits its Dear Visitors every day of the year from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. (until dark in winter), even on bank holidays!
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Patak u. 39.
Thermal Bath
The thermal bath awaits guests all year round. The composition of the thermal water of Veresegyház is similar to that of Széchenyi’s bath, therefore it is suitable for the treatment of degenerative diseases of joints, chronic and semi-acute arthritis, orthopaedic and post-accident surgeries.
In the current area of the spa there is an open thermal pool, a children’s pool, a sauna and a playground.
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Találkozók
útja 2.
Main Square
As the village developed into a small town, the face of Veresegyház changed, and the architectural image of the settlement became more beautiful and organised year by year. The recently built public buildings reflect the organic architecture of the city of Veresegyház, most of which praise the work of László Zsigmond, Ybl Prize-winning chief architect of the city. The new Town Hall was opened on the 12th anniversary of its inauguration as a city.
In addition, on the main square you can find the unique Bell Fountain and also a fountain enlightened in beautiful colors in the evenings.
The main square of Veresegyház is located opposite the hotel.
Lake beach
Our beach awaits those who want to refresh themselves in a truly romantic place, on Lake Malom. The beach has been operating since 1928, providing a real retro feeling for bathers. The sand is renewed every year with fresh sand.
About the venue: hanger dressing room, washbasin block, outdoor beach showers, dining options.
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Találkozók útja 1.
Lakes, Nature trails
The water of the streams originating in the catchment area of the Gödöllő hills is collected by the Sződrákosi stream, which also crosses Veresegyház. Along the stream is the four-part lake, the oldest of which is the Old Lake. One part of the water surface, formerly called Mill Lake, operates as a beach, the other part is a fishing paradise. Its upper part is a nature reserve. This part of the lake is special because of the nationally rare floating bogs native to its area and the water lilies that bloom in the summer.
As the sixth element of the Budapest Learning Trails series, the hiking trail in the area was established by the local Water Lily Environmental and Nature Protection Association with the professional support of the Duna-Ipoly National Park and WWF Hungary. In order to help raise environmental awareness, the aim of the educational trail is to introduce the wetlands of Veresegyház, with special emphasis on the ecological processes and the nature-shaping activities of humans. A key objective is to present in plain language what the effects of humans’ landscape use are on the environment.
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Találkozók útja 1.
Veresegyház Market
Every Wednesday and Saturday in the main square of Veresegyház, there is the Veresegyház market awaiting those interested.
A wide range of foods, drinks, clothes, toys, household equipment, furnitures, tools are for sale.
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Találkozók útja 1.
Holy Spirit Church
On May the 14th , the bishop of Vác, dr. Miklós Beer, consecrated the new Catholic church of Veresegyház, the Holy Spirit Church. The construction was built in cooperation between the city and the diocese. The church, which can accommodate 400 believers, was built during one year based on the plans of architect László Nagy. Veresegyház artists took part in the decoration of the church. The organ of the church was made in Dunakeszi and the bells in Őrbottyán.
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Szentlélek tér 5.
Reformed Church
Reformed Church of Veresegyház was built after Joseph’s the second decree of patience issued in 1781, and lasted from 1784 to 1798. Its tower was added in 1812.
In front of the church stands the 1956 monument of sculptor László Megyeri, inaugurated in 2006, made of Turkish limestone and bronze.
Address: 2112 Veresegyház, Kálvin tér 1–2.
Elisabeth park
Nearly a hundred kinds of evergreens decorate the grove established in November 1898 following the unexpected and tragic death of Queen Elizabeth. It was one of the very first to commemorate the beautiful queen. About 48,000 of the nearly 3,000,000 memorial trees planted in Hungary in his honor were placed here.
A promenade lined with Crimean lindens leads to the statue of the queen, who considers Gödöllő – rather than the Vienna Hofburg – her home, which was unveiled in 1901 in the presence of Franz Joseph.
Address: 2100 Gödöllő, Erzsébet Park
Grassalkovich Castle
Hungary’s Baroque castle with the largest floor area was built around 1735 by one of the most prestigious Hungarian lords of the eighteenth century, Count Antal Grassalkovich (1694–1771). The unique architectural solutions of the building served as a model for Hungarian Baroque castles. In 1867, the second heyday of the building began.
The conservation works of the castle, which is still state-owned, started in 1985. As a result, the first permanent exhibition of the Castle Museum was opened in 1996: the ceremonial hall and royal apartments. Since then, the exhibition has been enriched with new rooms. In 2003 the Baroque Theatre was finished, and in 2004 the restoration of the Királydombi Pavilion was completed. In 2010, with the support of the European Union, the Gisela and Rudolf wings bearing the names of royal children regained their former splendor, part of the castle park was renewed, and then the reconstruction of the riding hall and the baroque stable was completed.
Due to its historical traditions, colourful cultural programme and uniquely representative, renewed spaces, Gödöllő Castle is today one of Hungary’s most attractive and exciting institutions and buildings.
Address: 2100 Gödöllő, Grassalkovich-Castle
Nagyboldogasszony
Basilica
The two-storey Baroque shrine church, the monastery building, unique in Hungary, is considered an extremely interesting attraction. The Besnyő chapel, the lower and upper churches and the monastery built for Capuchin monks were founded by Count Antal Grassalkovich and his wife between 1761 and 1771. In the family tomb of the lower temple we can see the huge marble sarcophagus created artistically for them. In the upper church, a copy of the statue of Mary of Loreto was placed , carved from black cedar wood, which Capuchin monks brought on foot from Loreto. The smallest statue of the country (11 cm high, 4 cm wide) can also be found here, making Máriabesnyő a famous pilgrimage site.
Address: 2102 Gödöllő, Kapucinusok tere 1.
Botanical Garden of Vácrátót
The romantic landscape garden, protected by monuments and nature for more than 180 years, is Hungary’s richest collection of scientific living plants. It offers a captivating sight in every season on 27 hectares. In addition to nearly 13,000 plant species and varieties, 62 species of birds, 22 species of fish and 73 species of molluscs (snails and shellfish) live in the area.
Annual plant shows, cozy walking paths, geranium and rose variety shows await visitors all year round. Rest benches are located throughout the garden, larger rest areas with benches and tables at the Tropical House, the Watermill and the Ferenc Mound.
Address: 2163 Vácrátót, Alkotmány út 2-4.
Hungaroring
Hungary’s most modern motor racing track is located between Budapest and Gödöllő, near the M3 motorway, on the outskirts of Mogyorod. The circuit is primarily known for the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix, which has been held continuously since 1986.
The Hungaroring is Hungary’s Motorisation Centre, which offers great opportunities not only for car and motorsport enthusiasts, but also for speed and speed lovers: from the Driving Technology Centre, which operates successfully on the track, through exclusive track use, through karting to formula car pleasure driving.
Address: 2146 Mogyoród, Hungaroring út 10.
Aquarena
In the theme park, 26 slide tracks totalling one and a half kilometers meandering above and below ground. Among the nine pools there is an adventure pool, a jacuzzi, a three-storey diving pool and the slowly flowing Lazy River. Those who want to do sports can indulge their passion for exercise on volleyball, football and badminton courts. Catering facilities are available throughout the day in the water park.
Opening hours
(from the second Saturday in June to the last Sunday in August each year)
Every day: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Address: 2146 Mogyoród, Vízipark út 1.
