Road closures in Budapest start early for 23 October commemorations: What drivers need to know

Temporary traffic restrictions will be in place from 20 to 23 October in several districts of Budapest (I., II., V., IX., XI., and XII.) due to events and public gatherings marking the anniversary of the 1956 Revolution, according to the Budapest Police Headquarters.

Traffic restrictions in Budapest due to 23 October events

Starting on Sunday, 20 October, restrictions will begin in preparation for the commemorative events. Parking will be prohibited from Sunday evening around Bem József Square and along Műegyetem Quay. By Monday evening, additional no-parking zones will extend to parts of districts I, II, and XI, with further restrictions rolling out from Tuesday evening, police.hu reports.

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The most significant road closures—both full and partial—will take effect on Tuesday and will be especially extensive on Wednesday, 23 October, affecting several key areas in districts I, II, XI, and XII due to large-scale events.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will deliver a speech at Millenáris Park on 23 October, with the official ceremony starting at 10:30 AM. At 3 PM, the Tisza Party will host a gathering at the Bem Statue, followed by a procession to Széna Square, where the event will continue at 4:30 PM, Pénzcentrum writes. Other political events and commemorations are also expected throughout the day.

The Budapest Police urge drivers to be extra cautious and follow the revised traffic rules during this period.

To view the map below, open it in full display mode, move and zoom to the desired detail, then click on the road section or area highlighted in colour. For the duration of the restriction and further information on the section concerned, see the legend. Unfortunately, it is only available in Hungarian, but the markings in colour will hint at some of the most important restrictions.

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