Amazing bicycle trips around Budapest

We all love Budapest, but sometimes we also need to get out of the city, hop on a bicycle and spend some time outside. There are many routes to choose from; you can go on a day-trip and ride for about 30 km with frequent stops, throw in some sightseeing and have lunch on the way back. Or you can bike for just an hour or so, inside the city, maybe on the river bank to work on your stamina for longer trips. Check out these bike trips from funzine.hu.

Along the Danube and on Margaret Island

If you are new to biking, this is the perfect route for you. You can ride your bike along the Danube bank and choose the route depending on your time and mood. There is a bicycle path between the Árpád Bridge and the Lágymányosi Bridge, and if you are up for it, you could take a detour onto Margaret Island. You could stop on the Island for a picnic, or to do some sightseeing. While you are riding on the river bank, you will have an excellent view of the Danube, the Parliament and the Gellért hill. This is a mostly flat route, so it is easy enough if you want to bring your kids with you.

Around Lake Velence (29 km)

The town Velence is only an hour away from Budapest by train. Plan a day trip here, bring your bicycle, and spend a few hours outside and breathe the fresh air. There is a bike path all around the lake; it is 29 km long and easily doable in a few hours. If the distance is not enough, you could add a bit by visiting the Bence lookout tower, or if the weather is good, you could cool down by the beach and eat some fried fish.