Hungarian Christmas fairs that you can visit only with an immunity certificate

This year, we can finally enjoy the Advent atmosphere in Hungary. However, we need to be aware that some of the Christmas fairs can only be attended under strict epidemiological restrictions. Hereby, we list the venues where you will be required to present an immunity certificate or a negative coronavirus test.

Last year, the Hungarian Advent fairs were cancelled due to the pandemic situation. However, this year we can finally enjoy the Christmas spirit! In order to make it happen, we need to be prepared as some Hungarian Christmas markets can only be visited with an immunity card or a negative coronavirus test.

Vörösmarty square

As we previously reported, the most famous Budapest Christmas market starts on 19 November at Vörösmarty square. According to the organiser, the event can only be visited with an immunity certificate or other epidemiological documents that comply with the current legislation.

Accordingly, the spectacular Advent fair can only be attended by visitors who are protected against the coronavirus.

This includes visitors who are vaccinated as well as those who have recovered from the coronavirus infection and can prove it with an official medical certificate. The latter can be a positive PCR test or rapid antigen test recorded in the Electronic Health Services System, EHIC, or a subsequent antibody test confirming the infection.

Both Hungarians and foreigners will be checked whether

they can prove their immunity with an international certificate or a negative PCR test.

The use of mask at Vörösmarty Square is not mandatory but it is strongly recommended. For the first time this year, cashless payment solutions will be introduced at catering establishments to reduce epidemiological risk. Furthermore, the organiser may also limit the number of attendants. Upon reaching a certain number of people, the access can be denied to visitors for as long as the number of people in the area decreases – reported by the Hungarian news portal Pénzcentrum.

Advent Basilica

“In love and safety.” This is the slogan of Advent Basilica 2021 and it is taken rather seriously by the organisers. The event, which will be held from 19 November to 1 January,

can only be attended with a valid immunity certificate or a negative PCR test issued 72 hours before entry.