debrecen and hortobágy guide 2014

DebreceN & Hortobágy

This will be part of FAMILY lore

Fascinating tidbits of CULTURE

Debrecen, as dedicated to YOUNG FOLKS by Tankcsapda

4 seasons, countless PROGRAMS

Recommended ACCOMMODATIONS

When it comes to WELLNESS

Recommended RESTAURANTS & EATERIES

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Accessibility

BY ROADThe main regional hub of Eastern Hungary, Debrecen is easily accessible from other major cities on Highway M3 as well as Routes 4, 33, 35, 47, 48, and 471.

BY RAILHourly InterCity services from Budapest Nyugati Station via Budapest Airport; InterCity services every two hours from international railway hub Budapest Keleti Station. www.mav-start.hu

BY AIRRegular Wizz Air flights serving between London-Debrecen and Eindhoven-Debrecen. www.debrecenairport.com

PUBLIC TRANSPORTwww.dkv.hu

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In todAy’s hectIc world, tIme – reAd free tIme – Is your most PrecIous luxury.Therefore, when you plan holidays, you try to pick destinations that promise to sin-gle-handedly satisfy all needs, offer recreational facilities without compromise and splendid experiences that leave a potentially indelible impression.You may also have to choose between visiting well-tested places or totally unfamiliar landscapes. In the case of Debrecen and Hortobágy, though, you don’t even have to make that choice. The “puszta” and the “civic city” are old friends now boasting many a novel feature. Historic monuments, herdsmen’s traditions (still very much alive and kicking), cultural events, and a unique natural environment are comple-mented by new developments to guarantee that Debrecen and Hortobágy can dis-play newer and newer profiles year in, year out. Our museums and “puszta” exhibits will display new interactive shows to engross visitors in fascinating secrets and mysterious stories. Gastro-adventurers will be lured by exotic flavors and aromas to explore the world of trendy cafés, street-food joints, fine-dining restaurants and unpretentious backstreet eateries. Spa-lovers will be pampered with the whole range of modern treatments. The new stadium compound promises to exhilarate audiences with an extravaganza of entertainment options. The youngest generation will discover an enchanted world of parks as well as a center of scientific adventures. And the year-long series of hilarious events will enliv-en your precious free time with bright colors.

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Table of contents

This will be part of FAMILY lore 5 Debrecen, as dedicated to YOUNG FOLKS by Tankcsapda 30

NATURE in the city 20

4 seasons, countless PROGRAMS 38Fascinating tidbits of CULTURE, whichever direction you step

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites & European superlatives from Debrecen 64

HORTOBÁGY, the genuine “puszta” 22 Recommended ACCOMMODATIONS 48

When it comes to WELLNESS 24 Recommended RESTAURANTS & EATERIES 58

TASTE of the GREAT PLAIN 26

Around Debrecen in 1 to 4 days and in the Flower Parade week

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Family

sIGhts to see AGORA Scientific Adventure CenterThe only one of its kind in Europe, this thematic center offers three floors’ worth of scientific and technological adventure. It features more than 40 interactive games, spectacular experiment displays, and unor-thodox classes to urge science buffs, techies and would-be innovators to think and make use of their innate curiosity and creativity. Stargazers will be delighted to test the limits of Eastern Hungary’s only digital planetarium as well as the observatory built at a height of 23 m.(Opening scheduled for summer of 2014)Debrecen, Egyetem tér 1

Nagyerdei Entertainment Complex(zoo, plant collection & theme park)The nation’s first facility of its kind beyond the capital, this complex is located under the canopy of Big Forest’s grand old trees. On display are some 1,400 specimens of 170

species indigenous to various habitats of five continents including rare exotic as well as an-cient Hungarian ones. You will also be able to relive the best fun moments of your childhood in the adjoining amusement park.Debrecen, Ady Endre út 1Tel.: +36 52/310-065, +36 52/413-515www.zoodebrecen.hu

Sightseeing by small city trainThe train’s line connects downtown Debrecen to the Big Forest. An approximately one-hour ride provides passengers with a short intro-duction to what is worth seeing in the city center and the woodlands.Stops: Piac u 29 (Belga Restaurant) - Ady Endre sugárút 1 (Zoo) - Nagyerdei körút (Spa)Tel.: +36 52/416-207www.debrecenikisvonat.hu

Vojtina Puppet TheaterSet in the many-colored kaleidoscope of a miniature world of magic, the theater’s inter-active exhibits, lectures on classic fairy tales,

and amusing family events answer the most nagging existential questions your kids might want to ask.Debrecen, Kálvin tér 13Tel.: +36 52/418-160www.vojtinababszinhaz.hu

Zsuzsi Narrow-Gauge RailwayThe locomotives of the 132-year-old Zsuzsi, the country’s oldest narrow-gauge railway, happily chug away across Debrecen’s leafy outskirts dubbed Erdőspuszták. The facilities found at the final stop (Hármashegyalja) in-clude picnic areas, playgrounds, hiking trails, and observation points.Debrecen, Ruyter u 1(until May 2014: Faraktár u. 60)Tel.: +36 52/417-212www.zsuzsivasut.hu

Sightseeing with family? In Debrecen, not only is this possible, but it can even be fun. Kids, you will never forget those water-chute time trials at the Pleasure Baths. The memories of your visit to the museum will also stay with you for long, because you may become amateur archaeologists and artists, or master fancy techniques of handicraft. The experience of traveling in the small railway cars drawn by the cute little steam engine will also be memorable. And you will give big hugs to Mom, when she takes you to a special place where you can pet cuddly live critters.

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Aquaticum Health & Spa Center (indoor Mediterranean pleasure baths, ther-mal baths, swimming pool, wellness island)Situated in the Big Forest, the center caters for visitors from any age group with indoor and outdoor thermal tubs, a separate indoor unit with various fun features such as rides and water chutes, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and recreation area. The relaxed ambience of the adjoining four-style hotel and fine-dining restaurant will make your spa experience complete.Debrecen, Nagyerdei park 1Tel.: +36 52/514-100www.aquaticum.hu

Kerekestelepi SpaDebrecen, Szávay Gyula u 22Tel.: +36 52/470-745www.kerekestelepifurdo.hu

Szeged Street Recreation Park(SzUSz)Debrecen, Szeged uTel.: +36 20/984-1030www.szusz.hu

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Why shouldn’t a museum be kid friendly? It surely can, if it’s presented in exciting and fun ways. Your little ones will effortlessly gain knowledge of folk traditions, the var-ious forms of visual art and can experience the satisfying feeling of artistic creation.

Déri MuseumDebrecen, Déri tér 1Tel.: +36 52/322-207 www.derimuzeum.hu

MODEM – Ákom-Bákom Art ClubDebrecen, Baltazár Dezső tér 1-3Tel.: +36 52/525-010www.modemart.hu

Tímárház – Artisans’ HouseDebrecen, Nagy Gál István u 6Tel.: +36 52/321-260www.debrecenimuvkozpont.hu

Folk Crafts’ HouseDebrecen, Hatvan u 57www.hbmne.hu

PlAyGrounds

Máltai PlaygroundDebrecen, Lehel u

Five-Acre Forest PlaygroundDebrecen, Oláh Gábor u

Erdőspuszták (Hármashegyalja, Ördögárok, Lake Vekeri, Lakes Fancsika)Rest and recreation areas, forest trails, on-site exhibits, fishing, paddle-wheel and row-ing boats for hire

Tel.: +36 52/441-118www.nyirerdo.hu

Arbo RanchHorse riding, pony-trekking, horse & carriage rides, “puszta bus” wagon rides, and eques-trian showDebrecen, Panoráma – Diószegi út junctionTel.: +36 20/299-9444www.erdospuszta-clubhotel.hu

Koppány Valley Forest AdventureParkAdventure trails for kids and adults, horse-back riding, horse & carriage rides, ATV rides, woodland paintball ranges, archery, table tennis, soccer, barbecue & picnic areas for families, student groups, or parties of friendsDebrecen – Koppány ValleyTel.: +36 70/945-8175www.koppanyfogado.hu

Round Forest Adventure ParkA place chock-full of adventure and excite-ment where toddlers as well as older kids will definitely have a whale of time exploring the fairy-tale pavilions, playground, fancy rides, handicraft house, 4D cinema, and fairy-tale inn in a scenic locale.4002 Debrecen - Olimpia fasor, Bellegelő kert 23Tel.: +36 70/436-2438www.facebook.com/kerekerdo.elmenypark

Indoor PlAyGrounds

Labyrinth WorldDebrecen, Csapó u 30 (Fórum Shopping Mall)Tel.: +36 20/425-8448www.labyrinthworld.hu

Titanic I-IIDebrecen, Mikepércsi út 10Tel.: +36 30/310-0619Debrecen, Füredi út 27 (Malompark Shopping Mall)Tel.: +36 70/285-4065www.titanicjatszohaz.hu

Hangyaboly (Anthill)Debrecen, Domb u 1Tel.: +36 30/205-6606www.hangyabolyjatszohaz.hu

Manóvár (Elves’ Castle)Debrecen, Mester u 28Tel.: +36 30/207-2464www.manovarjatszohaz.hu


2014 has been designated the International Year of the Family. What does the word “family” mean to you?

Although this seems the simplest of questions, the answer is so much more complicated. Family is everything to me, the air I breathe, everything that is essential for life.

Debrecen-born and Debrecen-bred, you even picked up the basics of the thespian art here. Can you give me the five words that you first associate the city with?

My childhood; Csapó Street, where I grew up; Miss Jut-ka, my dance teacher; my majorette team; my childhood friends who I still keep in touch with. A lot of things: it’s difficult to sum up in five words.Tell me about your fondest memories linked to Debrecen, the ones you enjoy talking about to your kids.I spent my first 18 years in Debrecen, so I have a lot of dear memories. One of them is linked to August 20, the day of the Flower Parade. Hardly had I been drafted into the majorette team when we started performing at the an-nual event. We always marched at the front of the proces-sion, just behind the carnival float sponsored by Debrecen. I loved it because we always had a great time. Even as an adult, I still have fond memories, but being part of it as a teenager, it was a really uplifting experience. More recent-ly, I have twice been invited to serve on the jury. It was also very interesting. When I was marching as a dancer, I couldn’t see the whole parade, but as a member of the jury I was able to watch it from a good vantage point. The second time, my younger son was also with me, so I had the chance to appreciate his perspective to some extent.

Apart from the Flower Parade, what do you find worth showing to your children when you visit Debrecen?

I’ve shown them where I grew up and the playground where I used to hang out as a kid. Whenever we come home, the smaller ones are invariably tempted by the at-tractions of Aquaticum Mediterranean Pleasure Baths, so if there is a slight chance, we always go there. Don’t take it as some kind of bias on my part, but this is the best place of its kind in the country. First, it’s beautiful and chock-full of vegetation. Second, it features water chutes that even

toddlers can use safely, so it’s definitely well caters for families with small kids.

Do you mean to say that Debrecen is a family-friendly city?

Absolutely. When I was a child, the city had fewer rec-reational facilities for families. True, we already had a place called “Jubilee Playground” (renamed “Five-Acre Wood”), which has had a new lease on life. We often fre-quented the “Frog Pond” too. Today, the city offers such a rich variety of venues and events (see the “Mangalica Pork Days”) that cherry-picking poses no problem either for families with kids or adults. The layout of downtown is ideal for such events, given that it’s not accessible to car traffic. I’m looking forward to my first walk in the newly landscaped “Big Forest Park.” We always visit the zoo and the old Theme Park. Although the latter has a retro feel to it, the swan carousel or the enchanted castle have the same effect on any 4- to 5-year-old as it had on me in my time. It’s the same miracle for them.

Interview

Interview with Judit SchellShe is one of Hungary’s most popular actresses, and – not unimportantly – a mother with three kids. She may have moved to the capital, but she still cherishes dear memories of her Debrecen roots. She regularly visits the city with family in tow.

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museums &GAllerIes

MODEM Center of Modern &Contemporary ArtMODEM is one of Central Europe’s greatest museums of modern and contemporary art. Its quality exhibitions and fascinating events of fine art and the attendant fields have been open to the public since 2006.Debrecen, Baltazár Dezső tér 1Tel.: +36 52/525-010www.modemart.hu

Museum of Debrecen ReformedCollegeHaving functioned continuously as an edu-cational institution since its establishment in 1538, the college is the cradle of Hun-garian civilization. It has been the alma mater of such greats of our culture as Mihály Csokonai Vitéz, Ferenc Kölcsey, or Zsigmond Móricz. Designated as a national monument in 2013, the college also features a museum

that has permanent exhibits displaying the school’s history, student life, and the religious art of the Reformed Church in the Trans-Tisza Region. Bedecked with majestic murals, the building’s stairwell leads to the entrance of the gigantic library and the orato-ry that housed Hungary’s National Assembly in 1849.Debrecen, Kálvin tér 16Tel.: +36 52/516-923 www.reformatuskollegium.ttre.hu

Lícium treeDon’t miss Debrecen’s most famous tree when you walk from the Reformed College in the direction of the Déri Museum.Debrecen, corner of Múzeum u – Füvészkert u

Déri MuseumThe Déri Museum is one of Hungary’s fore-most establishments of its kind. In addition to its exhibits of local cultural interest, it has become renowned for the huge collection of items, brought together by Frigyes Déri, which represents various aspects of universal

human civilization. One of the museum’s main attractions is the awe-inspiring Christ Trilogy painted by Mihály Munkácsy. Guided tours to the monumental paintings, complete with spectacular light shows, will be an unforget-table experience. Besides the Munkácsy Hall, a unique collection of Egyptian artifacts and a wide range of temporary exhibits are also on offer. The group of four statues by Ferenc Medgyessy, erected outside the main buil-ding, was awarded the Grand Prize at the 1937 Paris Exposition.Debrecen, Déri tér 1Tel.: +36 52/322-207 www.derimuzeum.hu

Tímárház – Artisans’ HouseThis is the only building that guards Deb-recen’s glorious history of arts and crafts in its original location. The permanent display presenting the proud tradition of the city’s tanners (“tímár”) is complemented by tem-porary exhibits, workshops and handicraft classes.Debrecen, Nagy Gál István u 6Tel.: +36 52/321-260www.debrecenimuvkozpont.hu

Műterem GalleryDebrecen, Batthyány u 24Tel.: +36 52/532-836www.modemart.hu

The Gate of Many KeysHave you “padlocked” your love in Paris or Florence? Why don’t you bring along your key and reinforce the power of your relationship at this Debrecen landmark? Debrecen, Batthyány u 26

Downtown GalleryDebrecen, Kossuth u 1Tel.: +36 52/413-939www.debrecenimuvkozpont.hu

Medgyessy HallDebrecen, Batthyány u 2Tel.: +36 52/413-804www.medgyessyterem.hu

Simonffy GalleryDebrecen, Simonffy u 2/BTel: +36 52/530-169www.simonffygaleria.eu

Hal Köz GalleryDebrecen, Hal Köz tér 3Tel.: +36 52/781-701www.halkozgaleria.hu

Sesztina GalleryDebrecen, Hal köz 3 (Sesztina Courtyard)Tel.: +36 20/921-5747www.sesztina.wordpress.com

Delizsánsz Exhibit Hall – PostMuseumDebrecen, Múzeum u 3Tel.: +36 30/771-3813www.postamuzeum.hu

Main Building of the University ofDebrecenThe nation’s biggest university celebrated its centenary in 2012. The glass-ceilinged cour

d’honneur of the main edifice, built in eclectic and neo-baroque style, is skirted by an arcaded corridor system, whose walls are inscribed with the names of the school’s most renowned pro-fessors and former students. The fountain in the spacious French-style park in front of the building plays a special role in student traditi-on: Graduates are supposed to take a bath in its pool after their finals. Hungarian and fore-ign students of all ages can take the language classes and special-interest thematic courses of Debrecen Summer School to get insights into various fields of Hungarian studies.Debrecen, Egyetem tér 1www.unideb.hu; www.nyariegyetem.hu

UD CMHS Museum Collectionof Medical HistoryDebrecen, Nagyerdei körút 98 (University Hospital Compound)Tel.: +36 52/411-717 | 56669www.deoec.hu

László Holló Memorial HouseDebrecen, Holló László sétány 8Tel.: +36 52/498-201www.medgyessygimnazium.hu

The cultural values of Debrecen and Hortobágy are unique and emblematic in their own right. The streets and varied architectural styles of the “civic city” create a plea-sant atmosphere. You will encounter a treasure trove of old as well as contemporary gems of art if you stroll along the halls of the museums and galleries. Besides the visual arts, various fields of the performing arts are also very strongly represented. The Csokonai National Theater, the 90-year-old Kodály Philharmonic, the Campus Festival, or the 40-year-old annual Jazz Festival have all contributed greatly to the really high standard that marks the city’s cultural life.

Culture

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churches

Reformed Big ChurchDebrecen’s symbol is the nation’s largest Reformed church and a building of major historic significance. It was here that Lajos Kossuth read out the Declaration of Inde-pendence on April 14, 1849. The wing chair used by the Regent-President on that glorious occasion is one of the church’s most precious relics. The main structure has been rebuilt several times. Today’s familiar classicist form was developed after the great fire of 1802. You can enjoy magnificent views of the city from the top of the towers, or the steel bridge behind the tympanum. If you are courageous enough to attempt the steep climb up, your added bonus will be a spectacular close-up of the 5.6-ton Rákóczi Bell. In addition to regular services, exhibits of religious history, organ concerts and other musical events are also on the schedule. The church has held the status of national monument since 2013.Debrecen, Piac u 4-6Tel.: +36 52/412-694www.nagytemplom.hu

Reformed Lesser ChurchCommonly known as “Truncated Church,” the legend of this familiar landmark goes back to centuries.Debrecen, Révész tér 2Tel.: +36 52/342-872www.kistemplom.hu

St. Anne’s CathedralBuilt in baroque and Louis Seize style, the church was elevated to cathedral rank by Pope John Paul II in 1993 as a result of the establishment of the Debrecen-Nyíregy-háza Diocese. A certified replica of the Turin Shroud has been on display in the building since 2011. You can also visit an exhibit of religious history brought together from old artifacts. Debrecen, Szent Anna u 15Tel.: +36 52/536-652www.szentannaplebania.dnyem.hu

Veres ChurchDebrecen, Kossuth u 65Tel.: +36 52/537-235www.verestemplom.hu

Greek Catholic ChurchDebrecen, Attila tér 1Tel.: +36 52/533-207

Pásti Street SynagogueDebrecen, Pásti u 4Tel.: +36 52/415-861www.dzsh.hu

Kápolnás Street SynagogueDebrecen, Kápolnási u 1 (serves worshippers only during fall holidays) Tel.: +36 52/415-861www.dzsh.hu

eVents

Kölcsey CenterDebrecen, Hunyadi u 1-3Tel.:+36 52/518-400www.kolcseykozpont.hu; www.fonixinfo.hu

Főnix HallDebrecen, Kassai út 28Tel.:+36 52/518-475www.fonixarena.com; www.fonixinfo.hu

Debrecen Cultural CenterDebrecen, Kossuth u 1Tel.: +36 52/413-939www.debrecenimuvkozpont.hu

LovardaDebrecen, Kassai út 26Tel.: +36 52/420-492www.lovarda.hu

Csokonai TheaterDebrecen, Kossuth u 10Tel.: +36 52/417-811www.csokonaiszinhaz.hu

Vojtina Puppet TheaterDebrecen, Kálvin tér 13Tel.: +36 52/418-160www.vojtinababszinhaz.hu

Bartók Hall Concert hall of the Debrecen Philharmonic on the premises of Grand Hotel AranybikaDebrecen, Piac u 11-15Tel.: +36 52/500-200www.kodalyfilharmonia.hu

Liszt HallConcert hall of the Faculty of Music at the University of DebrecenDebrecen, Nagyerdei krt 82Tel.: +36 52/419-366www.zene.unideb.hu

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When walls can no longer keep the forces of culture inside, sounds, melodies and scents get unchained, and they occupy the streets and squares.

Piac utca - Kossuth térModern Debrecen’s main street may no lon-ger function as a busy market (“piac”), but it’s still bustling with life all year round.Try to find the recently excavated site of the “mud bridge” outside Hotel Aranybika. It marks the original street level.

Kálvin térPromenade atmosphere tempting you with bright shop windows and mouth-watering displays of confectionery.

HalközA piazza that pleasantly stimulates all your sensory organs with its cafés, exhibits and spectacular fountains.Take a walk to the building in Széchenyi utca which houses the city’s oldest inn. Even a Swedish king stayed here.

Garden of Ruins & MemorialGardenEnjoy your cuppa in an atmosphere infused with the spirit of history.Visit the galley-slaves’ memorial. Even Pope John Paul II laid a wreath here.

Déri térA haven of peace and tranquility surrounded by edifices of cultural interest.Check out the statue of Zsigmond Móricz, an image dubbed the “Hungarian Buddha.”

Baltazár Dezső térThe city’s youngest square, but not for young folks only.

Csapó utca walking areaThe unmistakable scents of 19th-century ca-fés in complete harmony with the buzz of a modern shopping mall.

Simonyi útEvery single tree used to be defended by a hussar here. Take a respectful look at the statue depicting the “pain of Trianon.”

Nagyerdő - AmphitheatreThe green lung of Debrecen, this recently re-designed park is set in idyllic surroundings. It’s an ideal place for relaxation with its wal-king trails and recreational facilities.


- world standard exhibitions presenting classical modern arts and contemporary tendencies throughout the year

- community spaces for various usages, friendly café

- museum pedagogy workshops for all age groups ranging from the smallest ones to adults

- tour guides, talks, literary programmes, film clubs, concerts and other artistic activities

MODEM Modern és Kortárs Művészeti Központ I MODEM Centre for Modern and Contemporary Arts4026 Debrecen, Baltazás Dezső tér 1. I www.modemart.hu I [email protected] I +36 (52) 525-018, +36 (52) 525-010

Kapcsolódás a művészetekhez I Connection to arts

SUMMER THEATER NIGHTSJune to August 2014

INTERNATIONAL BARTÓK BÉLA CHOIR CONTESTJuly 30 to August 3, 2014

15TH DEBRECEN WINE FESTIVALAugust 7 to 10, 2014

45TH DEBRECEN FLOWER PARADEAugust 15 to 21, 2014

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• Exhibit of religious art

• Exhibit of school history

• Csokonai’s memorial room

• Big Library

• Calvinist Rome – Why Debrecen?

• Oratory

Exhibitions:

Visit the museum of Debrecen’s Reformed College. Explore our exhibits.

H–4026 Debrecen, Kálvin tér 16. • Phone: (+36 52) 516-923 or (+36 52) 516-857Fax: (+36 52) 519-919 • www.reformatuskollegium.ttre.hu

Find out about the Big Library, listed in the reference book titled “The World’s Most Beautiful Libraries.”Check out “the nation’s alma mater” and learn the history of an institution that has continuously nurtured students for 475 years.

www.nagytemplom.huNAGYTEMPLOM

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Opening 1 July, 2014The Reformed Great Church is renewed in the frame

of “New Széchenyi Plan NGPOP”

“EntEr his gatEs with thanksgiving”

From Jerusalem to Debrecen exhibition

From the Flame reborneD city

room oF the Firewatch stuDent

Kossuth exhibition

church history exhibition

bible moDel exhibition

looKout tower

Prayer room

GarretráKóczi bell

bell room

3D movie

museum PeDaGoGyauDio GuiDe

unique Photo

interactive bible reaDer

viDeo Game For chilDren

Panorama Pavement


Nature

Nagyerdő Park & Frog-PondThe redesigned and rejuvenated Nagyerdő Park is ready to welcome visitors with a mul-ti-functional stadium with 20,000 seating capacity, spa and Mediterranean pleasure baths, amphitheater, scenic walkways, spe-ctacular water park, sculpture garden, and many restaurants.

Nagyerdő Entertainment Complex (zoo, plant collection & theme park)Debrecen, Ady Endre út 1Tel.: +36 52/310-065www.zoodebrecen.hu

Botanical GardenDebrecen, Egyetem tér 1Tel.: +36 52/512-900/22421www.botkert.unideb.hu

Erdőspuszták (Wooded Plains)The leafy semicircle of Debrecen’s Erdő-spuszták surrounds the city at a distance of some 10 km to the east. Popular with nature lovers, this resting and recreation area fea-tures hiking trails, cycle paths, observation points, playgrounds, an exhibit house and arboretum as well as picnic, camping, and fishing facilities.

Erdőspuszta Exhibit HouseExhibits displaying the local flora and fauna, arboretum, trail with displaysDebrecen, Fancsika 93Tel.: +36 52/441-118www.nyirerdo.huAccessible: by car or bicycle on Diószegi út towards Bánk

HármashegyaljaObservation point, playground, “school in the forest”, trail with displaysAccessible: by Zsuzsi Railway until the final stop; by car or bicycle on Route 48 (to Vá-mospércs), left at Haláp junction

Zsuzsi Narrow-Gauge RailwayDebrecen, Ruyter u 1 (until May 2014: Faraktár u 60)Tel.: +36 52/417-212www.zsuzsivasut.hu

Lake VekeriResting and picnic areas, playground, buffet, rowing, fishing & campgroundAccessible: by car or bicycle, turning towards Hosszúpályi from Route 47

ÖrdögárokLiterally: the devil’s trench. Reconstructed remains of an earthwork system from the 4th centuryAccessible: by Zsuzsi Narrow-Gauge Railway until the stop called Csereerdő; alternatively by car or bicycle on Route 48 (to Vámospércs)

Lakes & ruins of an ancient churchat FancsikaFishing, trekking, observation point, playg-roundAccessible: by car or bicycle on Route 48 (to Vámospércs), then right on Route Panoráma

Arbo RanchHorse riding, pony-trekking, horse & carriage rides, “puszta bus” wagon rides, equestrian showDebrecen, Panoráma – Diószegi út junctionTel.: +36 20/299-9444www.erdospuszta-clubhotel.hu

Koppány Valley Forest AdventureParkDebrecen – Koppány ValleyTel.: +36 70/945-8175www.koppanyfogado.huAccessible: by car or bicycle on Route 48, left at milestone 16 between Haláp and Vámospércs

All great cities can be identified by famous parks. In the case of Debrecen, this is called Nagyerdő Park Forest, the nation’s first conservation area. Only a five-minute ride from downtown, the park offers total peace and quiet in the shade of hund-red-year-old trees as well as countless entertainment options. The city is fringed by woodlands which can be explored following the national “blue trail” trekking on foot, horseback or bicycle or sitting comfortably in the cars of the 132-year-old nar-row-gauge railway affectionately known as “Zsuzsi.”

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Hortobágy

Hortobágy is the perfect archetype of pristine natural landscape, the place where everyone longs to find refuge from the monotony of modern human existence. It has the feel of primeval freedom to it, reflected in the image of the endless horizon, in a place where you might even reach the stars. It is a place where you will reinterpret the meaning of silence. It is the land of lore where hundred-year-old traditions are still part of people’s means of subsistence and not mere promotional gimmicks.

Hortobágy, the genuine “puszta”

Hortobágy National Park VisitorCenter & Craftsmen’s YardYou can get detailed information on the prog-rams available in the various tourist spots of the region including how to see those areas in the National Park which are open to visitors. You can also check out the admission-free multi-media exhibit presenting the uniquely rich wildlife of the puszta. If you’re into the arts, why don’t you explore the workshops set up in the yard where local artisans put their trades on display? A wide range of their pro-ducts and other merchandise lays up for grabs in the gift shop.Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 9Tel.: +36 52/589-321www.hnp.huCheck out HNP’s information updates for gu-ided treks in the puszta, fall crane-watching expeditions, and stargazing tours.

Hortobágy Herdsmen’s Museum &Exhibit-in-the-RoundThe former wagon shed now houses a museum exhibit displaying artifacts characteristic of the life of herdsmen around the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Mannequins clad in tra-

ditional garb, dioramas, video and audio clips help visitors to get the feel of those bygone days. Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 1Tel.: +36 52/369-040www.hnp.hu

Hortobágy Csárda ExhibitHortobágy Big Inn is the oldest and grandest of these traditional watering holes where you can sample “puszta cuisine” in its original locale. The exhibit room presents old postcards, pho-tos and scale models to illustrate the long-past “csárda” milieu populated by tough denizens of the prairie. Also on display are the various old means of transportation, while an ancient wagon serves as impromptu seating arrange-ment from which to watch a “puszta movie” spliced together from Hortobágy scenes. There is also a photo booth where you can get your pictures taken rigged out in traditional gar-ment and headgear, against the backdrop of images of the puszta.The thematic itinerary dubbed “The Trail of Inns” includes stops to display the exhibits at the recently renovated Kadarcs and Meggyes inn museums.

Hortobágy, Petőfi térTel.: +36 52/589-000www.hnp.hu

Puszta ZooA park housing ancient Hungarian breeds of domestic animals; an exhibit on the history of the various species.HortobágyTel.: +36 52/701-037www.pusztaiallatpark.hu

Máta Stud FarmBoasting a proud history of 300 years, the farm is one of Europe’s traditional establish-ments of this kind. It also has tourist programs on offer, the most popular of which is the “puszta” horse-and-carriage ride. It sets out to the heart of the grassland where you can get close to herds of Nonius horses, gray cattle, buffalo, “racka” sheep, and “mangalica” pigs in their natural habitat. The herdspeople tend-ing these animals will also be on hand to give you first-hand accounts of life in the puszta.Hortobágy-MátaTel.: +36 52/589-369www.hortobagy.eu

Hortobágy Wildlife Park – PusztaSafariThe park serves as a reserve for animal species that had populated the region before human habitation and encroaching civilization drove them off. Their ranks are completed by spe-cies that still inhabit the wilderness areas of the National Park. Take a ride on one of our specially souped-up buses and check out these beasts. If you are not one of the faint-hearted, you might even risk taking an “extra safari” and get up close to them.Hortobágy-MalomházaTel.: +36 52/589-000www.hnp.hu

Hortobágy Bird ParkThis refuge for birds features exhibits, a clinic and flying ranges where recuperating avian patients can get much-needed practice before getting reintroduced into their original habitat. You can learn about what dangers wild birds have to face on a daily basis and even watch

the treatment of injured or sick individuals.Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 6Tel.: +36 52/369-181www.madarpark.hu, www.madarkorhaz.hu

Hortobágy Fish Ponds Narrow-Gauge RailwayYou can discover the diverse flora and fauna of Central Europe’s most intricate system of fish ponds at your leisure, sitting in the small cars of this railway. The observation platform

erected at the final stop and the boardwalks skirting the ponds will even provide opportuni-ties to take close-ups of pond denizens.Tel.: +36 52/589-000www.hnp.huAccessible: by road on Route 33, towards Hortobágy Fish Ponds from the junction at Milestone 67 km; by rail on the Debre-cen-Füzesabony line, about 100 m from Hortobágyi-Halastó stop

Ohat Fish PondsTrail with displays, birdwatching, fishingTel.: +36 52/369-110www.hhgrt.huAccessible: by road on Route 33 towards Tisza-csege, on Telekházi Road; by rail, from Gyö-kérkút stop on the dyke of the western main irrigation canal


Wellness

No matter how splendid your holiday destination is, the moment when museums start to lose from their luster inevitably comes. You simply long for relaxation, the wonderfully soothing ripples caressing you with hot medicinal water, the touch of expert hands massaging your aching muscles, or the fulfillment of a sauna session cleansing body and soul. You will definitely get a new lease on life in the Big Forest thanks to the potency of the city’s thermal water, the expertise of the staff of Debre-cen Medical Center as well as the excellent services of the many other local health, beauty, and fitness facilities.

When it comes to WeLLNeSS

Aquaticum Health & Spa CenterDebrecen, Nagyerdei park 1Tel.: +36 52/514-100www.aquaticum.hu

Indoor Mediterranean PleasureBathsIt is summer all year round in this fantas-tic spa complex thanks to the lush tropical vegetation and special features. The latter include artificial waves, pools for kids, water chutes, climbing walls, whirlpools, underwa-ter jets, massage showers, grottos, even an “adventure trail” and a “water chopper.” The facility also features a Thai massage center, a sauna complex (including steam rooms) and a restaurant.

Thermal BathsThe separate units of the Pleasure and Ther-mal Baths are connected by a glass-walled passageway. Open to visitors all through the year, the domed bath hall features reg-ular tubs filled with water at three different temperatures, swimming and plunge pools, a Kneipp treading pool as well as steam rooms. Both the indoor and outdoor pools are equip-

ped with underwater jets and high-pressure showers which supplement medical treat-ments with thermal massages and contribute to the best-quality spa experience. Two sepa-rate, specially designed pools are available for therapeutic gymnastics and weight-bath sessions. The most recent development pro-ject includes add-ons such as a salt chamber for patients with respiratory conditions, a new massage complex as well as a special room for mud treatment. The new facilities will open in September 2014.

Aquaticum Wellness IslandLocated at the heart of Aquaticum Thermal & Wellness Hotel****, this island offers the whole range of spa and health-care services including Asian exercise programs, traditional and Oriental massage as well as hydrothera-py and Thalasso treatment. All these features, complete with the medicinal properties of the water and the cozy ambience of the hotel, guarantee an excellent time spent in an oasis of tranquility.

Nagyerdő Health CenterThe medical staff of this clinic utilizes the therapeutic properties of thermal water in nearly 40 treatment options. Specialists de-velop customized treatment plans based on the results of thorough medical check-ups. In addition to traditional balneotherapy, sessi-ons of physiotherapy, movement therapy and various fields of psychology are also on offer. The clinic provides state-of-the-art medical services in the following specialties: rheu-matology, (pediatric) orthopedy, dentistry, urology, dermatology, pediatric pulmonology and (pediatric) psychiatry.Debrecen, Nagyerdei park 1Tel.: +36 52/514-114www.nagyerdeigyogyaszat.hu

sAunA fAcIlItIes In debrecen

Aquaticum Health & Spa CenterDebrecen, Nagyerdei park 1Tel.: +36 52/514-100www.aquaticum.hu

Hotel LyciumDebrecen, Hunyadi u 1-3Tel.: +36 52/506-600www.hotellycium.hu

Hotel ÓbesterDebrecen, Péterfia u 49Tel.: +36 52/696-161www.hotelobester.hu

Hotel DivinusDebrecen, Nagyerdei krt 1Tel.: +36 52/510-900www.hoteldivinus.hu

Hunguest Hotel NagyerdőDebrecen, Pallagi út 5Tel.: +36 52/410-588www.hunguesthotels.hu


Gastronomy

Your first visit to a new destination is always seasoned with local culinary delights. Your Hungarian gastro-adventure may start with just some choice morsels of a sam-ple menu, but you will never forget our cuisine’s unique medley of spices, flavors and aromas. Where else would a foodie find the most authentic traditional fare if not at the heart of Alföld (better known as “the puszta”), more particularly at the manifold eateries and watering holes of Debrecen or Hortobágy? The dishes of your choice will always be uniquely special, whether they are served from traditional sooty stew pots, redesigned as gourmet creations, or picked up at the stalls of any of the fol-lowing culinary events.

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THE TOP 10 ALFÖLD SPECIALITIESTHAT YOU MUST SAMPLE:

1. Double sausage à la Debrecen2. Stuffed cabbage à la Debrecen3. Gingerbread plate à la Debrecen4. Goulash of gray-cattle beef cooked in

stew pot5. Pancakes filled with meat ragout à la

Hortobágy6. Spicy fish soup à la Hortobágy7. Veal stew8. Slambuc (“the herdsman’s pasta dish”)9. Mangalica sausage and pork fat10. Artisanal gomolya (soft cheese)

culInAry eVents

MANGALICA PORK DAYSDelicacies prepared from traditional Hungarian mangalica pork will provide something of a novelty for kids and unequalled treats for their parents. April | Kossuth tér

NATIONAL FAIR OF ORGANICFOODS ON ST. GEORGE’S DAYThis event will give the ultimate answers to what organic produce is and why it tastes different. Marking the beginning of the spring season, the St. George’s Day festivities traditi-onally coincide with the day when herdsmen first put out their livestock to open pasture. This will provide visitors with opportunities to explore, even master, many tricks of folk wisdom and lore no matter if they belong to the set books of animal husbandry, cooking or serving food.April | Hortobágy

DEBRECEN TURKEY DAYSCraving a bite of turkey? To quote the popular folk song, “You should go to Debrecen.” Is it

summer? Debrecen Turkey Days won’t disap-point. This cheerful festival pits teams of pro and amateur chefs (competing in separate di-visions) against one another for the prize awar-ded to the most ingenious and delicious turkey dish. A great time is guaranteed, no matter if you come to compete or serve on the jury. The comfort level of your taste buds will be eleva-ted by great wines, your mood by concerts, kid programs and bargains at the artisans’ market.June | Kossuth tér

DEBRECEN WINE CARNIVALNot only is it a wine festival in red-and-white, but also a pretty colorful show attended by all domestic players of the oenophile field. This summer night event will definitely be must-visit, no matter if you like your tipple dry or sweet, made from traditional Hungarian or global grape varietals, straight or as part of sparkling ‘spritzer’ or perhaps accompanied by canapés.August | Big Forest

BEERFEST: HUNGARIAN ANDCZECH CRAFT BEERSSampling chilled artisanal suds in the shade. Honestly… Can you think of any better way of whiling away a sweltering summer day? Hun-garian and Czech beers, traditional Czech mu-sic and, of course, tasty morsels to grease the way down. This will be an ideal warm-up event to the extravaganza of Flower Parade week.August | Big Forest

WEEKEND OF STUFFED DISHES &HUNGARIAN WINES“Debrecen” double sausage can only be outranked by stuffed cabbage of the same mo-niker. In the Hajdúság region, however, it’s not only cabbage leaves that chefs wrap around dollops of spicy stuffing. No wonder, it takes a whole weekend to present the full range of such dishes. Stuff your weekend tightly with all sorts of goodies from the display kitchens, good music and entertainment.September | Kossuth tér

DEBRECZEN PÁLINKA & DOUBLESAUSAGE FESTIVALPair up your succulent “Debrecen double” on a slice of crispy, freshly-baked bread with a shot of aromatic pálinka, and you’ll get the winning team of a perfect festival. This heart-war-ming gastro-fest will feature all the fare of Debrecen’s finest restaurants, tipple from the nation’s best distilleries and live concerts by top-ranked Hungarian bands.September | Big Forest

STYLISH COUNTRYSIDERESTAURANTS’ MEETING12 restaurants, 12 world views, 12 creative chefs & 1 mission: Stylish Countryside Resta-urantsAt these events, the cooking is done by chefs who believe in honest, sincere, and unpretent-ious hospitality, in the kitchens of one anot-her’s restaurants. Host in September: IKON Restaurant.September | Big Forest

GOOSE FEAST ON St. MARTIN’S DAYSTARRING EGER WINESNovember | Kossuth tér

FISH SUNDAYThe traditional Hungarian Christmas menu wouldn’t be complete without fish. Neither would Debrecen’s festive season, without the popular Fish Days. Immerse yourself in the Christmas throngs, try some delicious fish dis-hes, and wash them down with a cup or two of hot, spiced wine. It may even jazz up your shopping experience.December | Kossuth tér

desIGnAted stores

Hortobágy Fish FarmDebrecen, Füredi út 27Tel.: +36 52/369-110www.hhgzrt.hu

Hortobágy Organic MeatHortobágy, Czinege J u 1Tel.: +36 52/589-146www.magyarszurkemarhahus.hu

Nárcisz EstateDebrecen, Nagy Mihály kert 57/bTel.: +36 20/335-9620www.asajt.hu

I-ShopDebrecen, Böszörményi út 138Tel.: +36 30/759-7004 www.i-bolt.hu

Organic Food MarketDebrecen, Kandia u 14Tel: +36 70/279-3708

Szatyor Debrecen – Farmers’ MarketDebrecen, Csapókert Community House (Süveg u 3)Debrecen, Homokkert Community House (Szabó Kálmán u 68)Debrecen, Tímárház (Nagy Gál István u 6)www.szatyordebrecen.hu

HBZ – Wine Yard Special SalesDebrecen, Széchenyi u 48Tel.: +36 52/533-555www.borudvar.hu

The Carnivore’s BoutiqueDebrecen, Simonffy u 2/aTel.: +36 30/559-4011www.husmanufaktura.hu PM Choco Shop of ArtisanalChocolatesDebrecen, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky u 2Tel.: +36 30/316-2904www.pmchoco.hu

CHEF ACADEMYDo you know exactly what taste you’re after? Have you procured the perfect ingredients? The pros of Chef Academy will be happy to help you to also acquire the expertise you will need to become an aficionado of Hungarian cuisine. Experienced housewives will be able to hone their skills, while novices can learn the basics of kitchen techniques. This cookery school also welcomes kids with courses on spices and heal-thy eating. Serious foodies might even set out on round-the-world trips in quest of gourmet destinations.Debrecen, Karinthy Frigyes u 16 Tel.: +36 30/499-4372www.sefakademia.hu


Young Folks

You have probably felt the relief of finally venting pent-up energy and stress. You know the satisfaction of time spent in the company of friends, the hearty laughter that may even make you shed tears of happiness. Why don’t you try to relive those moments and get a whole new lease on life? The buzz of excitement generated by a shopping spree; the awe-inspiring roar of fans cheering their favorite team from a packed grandstand: Come and enjoy these moments in Debrecen.

Debrecen, as dedicated to yoUNg FoLKS by tankcsapda

AdVenture

Agora Scientific Adventure CenterDebrecen, Egyetem tér 1(For detailed information, see the FAMILY section)

Nagyerdő Entertainment Complex(zoo, plant collection & theme park)A new theme park with retro features, zoo-trek at night and much, much more…Debrecen, Ady Endre u 1Tel.: +36 52/310-065www.zoodebrecen.hu

Pocket GuideInteractive sightseeing on foot or by rented bikeDebrecen, Piac u 20Tel.: +36 52/412-250www.gotodebrecen.com

“Catch him if you can” - Realityadventure gameDebrecen, Cserepes u 16Tel.: + 36 70/378-3423www.nyomasutana.hu

“Exit the room” - Reality adventuregameDebrecen, Péterfia u 39Tel.: +36 20/779-1925www.exittheroom.hu

HintHunt - Reality adventure gameDebrecen, Kandia u 14Tel.: +36 70/417-7816www.hinthunt.hu

Koppány Valley Forest AdventureParkDebrecen – Koppány ValleyTel.: +36 70/945-8175www.koppanyfogado.hu

Erdőspuszták (Wooded Plains)(Hármashegyalja, Ördögárok, Lake Vekeri, Lakes Fancsika, Zsuzsi Narrow-Gauge Railway)Rest and recreation areas, forest trails, on-site exhibits, fishing, paddle-wheel and rowing boats for hireTel.: +36 52/441-118www.nyirerdo.hu, www.zsuzsivasut.hu

Hortobágy Puszta SafariExploring the grassland of the puszta and other recreation options at HortobágyTel.: +36 52/589-000www.hnp.hu

the moVIes

Apolló CinemaDebrecen, Miklós u 1Tel.:+36 52/417-847www.apollomozi.hu, www.fonixinfo.hu

Cinema City Debrecen, Péterfia u 18 (Debrecen Plaza)Tel.: +36 40/600-600www.cinemacity.hu/debrecen

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Roncs BarDebrecen, Csapó u 27Tel.:+36 52/688-050www.roncsbar.hu

LovardaDebrecen, Kassai út 26Tel.: +36 52/420-492www.lovarda.hu

Deli Music Classes (May through September)Debrecen, Baltazár Dezső tér 1 (MODEM inner yard)Tel.: +36 52/525-018www.modemart.hu

Bisztró BarDebrecen, Simonffy u 1/CTel.: +36 52/747-604www.facebook.com/bisztrobar

Butiq Debrecen, Csapó u 24Tel.: +36 70/866-1600www.facebook.com/butiqbistrobar

Inkognitó BarDebrecen, Eötvös u 11Tel.: +36 52/952-142www.ujinkognito.hu

Mokka Drink BarDebrecen, Hal köz 3/aTel.: +36 52/747-312www.facebook.com/mokkadrinkbar

Dharma ClubDebrecen, Simonffy u 21 (Youth House)Tel.: +36 30/630-8212www.facebook.com/DharmaKlub

Sikk KlubDebrecen, Domb u 1Tel.: +36 70/315-4104www.sikkklub.hu

Chicago ClubDebrecen, Piac u 22Tel.: +36 52/451-806www.facebook.com/chicagoclub.debrecen

White AngelDebrecen, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky u 1-5Tel.: +36 70/341-4541www.whiteangeldebrecen.hu


sPorts

Debrecen Sport CenterDebrecen, Oláh Gábor u 5Tel.: +36 52/514-400www.dbsportcentrum.hu

Debrecen Ice RinkDebrecen, Derék u 33Tel.: +36 52/537-272www.debrecenjegcsarnok.hu

Debrecen Indoor Swimming PoolDebrecen, Zákány u 4Tel.: +36 52/506-676www.sportuszoda.hu

Debrecen Golf ClubDebrecen, Cserei-ér dűlőTel.: +36 70/311-9110www.debrecenigolfclub.hu

Golf GardenDebrecen, corner of Sámsoni út - Salakos uTel.: +36 30/958-44 11www.golfgarden.hu

CAMPUS Bowling BarDebrecen, Kassai út 26Tel.: +36 52/529-111 www.campusbowling.hu

Station Bowling DebrecenDebrecen, Petőfi tér 10Tel.: +36 30/228-8555facebook.com/stationbowlingdebrecen

Fun City Bowling DebrecenDebrecen, Péterfia u. 18. (Debrecen Pláza)Tel: +36 70/314-5957www.funcitybowling.hu

Imperial Club Pool SaloonDebrecen, Egyetem sugárút 13Tel.: +36 52/530-777www.clubimperial.hu

Outdoor gym-parksDebrecen, Oláh Gábor u 5Debrecen University, Dóczy József u 9Debrecen, Derék u 33

shoPPInG mAlls

Debrecen PlazaDebrecen, Péterfia u 18www.debrecenplaza.hu

Forum DebrecenDebrecen, Csapó u 30www.forumdebrecen.hu

Halköz DebrecenDebrecen, Simonffy u 4-6www.halkozuzlethaz.hu MalomparkDebrecen, Füredi út 27www.malompark.hu Mybox DebrecenDebrecen, Mikepércsi út 168 Park CenterDebrecen, Kishatár u 9www.parkcenters.hu/debrecen

Stop ShopDebrecen, Kishatár út 34/bwww.stop-shop.com/hu/debrecen/hu

City Centerwww.varoskozpont.hu


Interview

Interview with tankcsapda’s frontman, László Lukács and drummer, tamás Fejes

Tankcsapda, Hungary’s foremost rock ‘n’ roll pride was launched in Debrecen. Its members still live in the city and return here after each and every concert. How come that Debrecen is still HOME?

László Lukács – Tamás Fejes: We have strong feelings of local patriotism. We love our city and Loki, our local soccer club. We also like to clearly express our Debrecen identity in our lyrics, concert profiles and album covers. The people of Debrecen are proud of us and we’re by no means less proud of them. The love of local concert-goers radiating toward the stage at our New Year’s gigs gives us incredible strength.

What do you like about Debrecen?TF: We love the city, “warts and all.” Debrecen is a slow-moving city in the true and honest sense of the word. After our concerts, in the constant buzz of the day, it feels comforting to get immersed in its serene, livable atmosphere.LL: Debrecen is big enough so we can disappear in it. At the same time, it gives us ample freedom for everyday life and – not least importantly – fosters the creative process.

Can you list your favorite haunts in the city?TF: Undoubtedly our own places such as the Roncs Bar!LL: I enjoy wandering about in the Christmas market, having a couple of cups of hot spiced wine. I remember, on a post-concert dawn, I could hardly keep my jaws shut when I saw downtown, powdered with fresh snow, the Christmas lights glittering. It looked like the set of a Walt Disney movie. I’m also keen on physical exercise and have dogs. Therefore, I like leaving for the green belt around the city, the Pallag Woods, Erdőspuszta or the lakes at Fancsika. You can even reach these places by narrow-gauge railway. It is a little gem even many Debrecen people don’t know of.TF: In summer, I like the downtown terraces and piazzas that are bustling with life at night. Debrecen has a lot of small bars that you can even use as stops along nice, little “boozing circuits.” We have our history and cultural heritage. The Modem never fails to amaze with its fantastic exhibits, and excellent restaurants are easy to find. Night entertainment options are never in short supply.

Which local events are you fond of visiting?LL – TF: Our own gigs (as printed in Tankcsapda font). Talking about concerts, the name of the Főnix Hall must be mentioned here. That’s the venue of our traditional New Year’s bashes. The Főnix is the country’s best multi-functional arena with an atmosphere which is ideal for concerts.LL: My second pick would be local sporting events. Soccer, of course, but women’s handball games and water-polo matches are also always full of drama and exci-tement. Technical sports are also good examples here. Debrecen boasts one of the country’s best speedway circuits.

What international status can be achieved by a 25-year-old band, successful for exactly as many years?

LL – TF: We’re a Hungarian band performing in Hungarian. So we’re really in our element when people understand what we sing. To answer your question, though, we might be dubbed “the Hungarian Metallica” because of musical and ideological traits as well as considerations of our respective popularity. A parallel may also be drawn, however, between our experience and that of Motörhead. Similarly to our attitude to Debrecen, its band-members also assume a strong patriotic stance with respect to their country.Whenever we are asked how Tankcsapda can be so popular with a “primitive” three-accord sound, we always answer that this is our strength, this is what we build on, and if you’re into this kind of music, you’ll definitely feel its power. The same can be said of Debrecen: It doesn’t need to appear different from what it is, it’ll simply be cool courtesy of the experience.


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120 shops, 800-space parking lot

The number one mallof the region is ready

to serve you!

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DEBRECEN SPRING FESTIVAL & ART ExHIBITIONMARCH 9 TO APRIL 11, 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER, APOLLó CINEMA, FőNIx HALL

RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS WORLD CUPMARCH 12 TO 16, 2014FőNIx HALL

ETHNO-SAFESELECTED TREASURES FROM THE ETHNOGRAPHIC COLLECTION OF GYÖRGY DéRIOPENS ON MARCH 15, 2014DéRI MUSEUM

BLATTNER & HUNGARIAN AVANT-GARDE GéZA BLATTNER, AVANT-GARDE PUPPETEER, ARTIST, FOUNDER OF PARIS’ ARC-EN-CIEL THEATER & HIS GROUPMARCH 21 TO JUNE 22, 2014MODEM

DEBRECEN BOARDS FESTIVAL A REVIEW OF CONTEMPORARY HUNGARIAN DRAMAMARCH 22 TO 29, 2014CSOKONAI NATIONAL THEATER

MANGALICA PORK DAYSAPRIL 11 TO 13, 2014KOSSUTH TéR

DEBRECEN POETRY FESTIVALAPRIL 14 TO 16, 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER

“PASS IT ON BY WINGS OF ANGELS” COMMEMORATIVE ExHIBIT OF ARTIST ENDRE VADáSZ (1901-1944)APRIL 16 TO JUNE 1, 2014DéRI MUSEUM

EASTER FAMILY EVENTS AT AqUATICUMAPRIL 20 TO 21, 2014AqUATICUM MEDITERRANEAN PLEASURE BATHS

6TH DEBRECEN FESTIVAL OF CLASSICAL GUITARORCHESTRASAPRIL 25 TO 26, 2014LISZT HALL

PROGRAMS | SPRING 2014

Spring

OFF YOU GO TO THE PASTURE – HERDSMEN’S FESTIVITIES ON ST. GEORGE’S DAYAPRIL 26, 2014HORTOBáGY, MARKET PLACE

NATIONAL FAIR OF ORGANIC FOODS ON ST. GEORGE’SDAYAPRIL 26, 2014HORTOBáGY, MARKET PLACE

DEBRECEN SPRING FAIR & FLEA MARKETMAY 10 TO 11, 2014BÖSZÖRMéNYI úT AND ITS NEIGHBORHOOD

ALFÖLD – CHAPTERS FROM THE SHARED HISTORY OFTHE GREAT PLAIN & FINE ARTMAY 11 TO SEPTEMBER 14, 2014MODEM

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR, 2013 – PHOTO ExHIBITOPENS ON MAY 24, 2014BELVáROSI GALLERY

INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S DAY WITH BUBU ATAqUATICUMMAY 25, 2014AqUATICUM MEDITERRANEAN PLEASURE BATHS

CLASSIC MOVIE SCORES RELOADED CONCERT BY DEBRECEN’S KODáLY PHILHARMONIC & KODáLY CHOIRMAY 31, 2014, 19.30KÖLCSEY CENTER

VILLAGE DAYMAY 31, 2014HORTOBáGY, STAGE ON THE WATER

NEIGHBORHOOD CHILDREN’S DAYS& FAMILY EVENTSMAY TO JUNE, 2014IN VARIOUS DEBRECEN DISTRICTS

Festivals: www.fonixinfo.huExhibits: www.modemart.huConcerts of classical music: www.kodalyfilharmonia.huConcerts of popular music: www.lovarda.hu, www.roncsbar.huTheater: www.csokonaiszinhaz.huwww.vojtinababszinhaz.huSports: www.dbsportcentrum.hu

Programs are subject to change.


16TH CSAPÓKERT WHITSUN KING TRIALSJUNE 7, 2014CSAPóKERT COMMUNITY HOUSE

HERDSMEN’S FESTIVITIES – NATIONAL COWBOYS’MEET & CONTESTJUNE 7, 2014HORTOBáGY, PUSZTA ZOO

DEBRECEN TURKEY DAYSJUNE 7 TO 8, 2014KOSSUTH TéR

NATIONAL BOOK FAIRJUNE 12 TO 16, 2014CSAPó UTCA

AND THEY LIVED HAPPILY EVER AFTER – SEASON-ENDING SHOW AT VOjTINAJUNE 15, 2014VOJTINA PUPPET THEATER

PARADE OF THE SADDLES & HORTOBÁGY EqUESTRIANDAYSJUNE 20 TO 22, 2014HORTOBáGY-MáTA

DEBRECEN CIVIC PROMENADEJUNE 20 TO AUGUST 9, 2014KOSSUTH TéR

MUSEUMS’ NIGHTJUNE 21, 2014DéRI MUSEUM, MODEM, REFORMED COLLEGE, HORTOBáGY

15TH DANCE OF FIRE: YOUTH DANCE FESTIVALJUNE 21, 2014CSAPóKERT COMMUNITY HOUSE

DAY OF HORTOBÁGY FISH POND NARROW-GAUGERAILWAYJUNE 21, 2014HORTOBáGY FISH POND

WORLD WAR I CENTENNIAL ExHIBITIONJUNE 21 TO DECEMBER 31, 2014DéRI MUSEUM

HUNGARIAN PRESS PHOTO ExHIBITIONJUNE 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER, áRPáD BéNYI HALL

DEBRECEN SUMMER THEATER NIGHTSJUNE TO AUGUST 2014YARD OF GáBOR BETHLEN HIGH SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS, NAGYERDő AMPHITHEATER

HUNGARIANS’ FAIRJULY 2014HORTOBáGY, MARKET PLACE

PROGRAMS | SuMMeR 2014

Summer

IVAN LADISLAV GALETA’S PERSPECTIVES RETROSPECTIVE OF AN ICON OF CROATIAN ExPERIMENTAL MOVIE-MAKINGJULY 6 TO SEPTEMBER 28, 2014MODEM

RUN WITH THE MIRAGEJULY 12, 2014HORTOBáGY-MáTA

INTERNATIONAL SUMMER ACADEMY OF YOUNGMUSICIANS & CONCERT OF ZOLTÁN KODÁLY WORLDYOUTH ORCHESTRAJULY 14 TO 27, 2014LISZT HALL

2014 NATIONAL SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPJULY 16 TO 19, 2014DEBRECEN INDOOR SWIMMING POOL

GEOMETRY OF THE SUBLIME SPECIAL ExHIBIT FROM THE ANTAL-LUSZTIG COLLECTIONJULY 18 TO OCTOBER 12, 2014MODEM

CAMPUS FESTIVAL JULY 23 TO 27, 2014DEBRECEN

DEBRECEN jAZZ DAYSJULY 25 TO 27, 2014NAGYERDő AMPHITHEATER

26TH INTERNATIONAL BéLA BARTÓK CHOIRCOMPETITION & FOLKLORE FESTIVALJULY 30 TO AUGUST 3, 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER

DEBRECEN WINE CARNIVALAUGUST 7 TO 10, 2014EGYETEM TéR

5TH NATIONAL WATER-CHUTECHAMPIONSHIP ATAqUATICUMAUGUST 15, 2014AqUATICUM MEDITERRANEAN PLEA-SURE BATHS

DEBRECEN FLOWER PARADE &CARNIVAL WEEKAUGUST 15 TO 20, 2014KOSSUTH TéR, KÖLCSEY CENTER, NAGYERDő AMPHITHEATER

HORTOBÁGY BRIDGE FAIRAUGUST 17 TO 20, 2014HORTOBáGY, MARKET PLACE

LOOK HERE! THEENTERTAINER – SEASONOPENER AT VOjTINAAUGUST 31, 2014MEMORIAL GARDEN



WEEKEND OF STUFFED DISHES & HUNGARIAN WINESSEPTEMBER 12 TO 14, 2014KOSSUTH TéR

ExHIBIT OF THE NATIONAL LACEMAKERS’ GUILDFROM SEPTEMBER 12, 2014TíMáRHáZ – ARTISANS’ HOUSE

HORTOBÁGY WILDERNESS PARK’S DAYSEPTEMBER 13 TO 14, 2014HORTOBáGY WILDERNESS PARK

DICTIONARY SET IN MOTION – THE POETRY OF SÁNDOR WEÖRES – LITERARY ExHIBITSEPTEMBER 18 TO DECEMBER 31, 2014DéRI MUSEUM

EVENTS OF “CULTURAL HERITAGE DAYS”SEPTEMBER 2014VARIOUS FACILITIES OF THE DEBRECEN CULTURAL CENTER

HUNGARIAN GRAY-BULL FAIROCTOBER 4, 2014HORTOBáGY, PUSZTA ANIMAL PARK

DEBRECEN FALL FAIR & FLEA MARKETOCTOBER 4 TO 5, 2014 BÖSZÖRMéNYI úT AND ITS NEIGHBORHOOD

RETROSPECTIVE OF ARTIST ÁKOS BIRKÁSOCTOBER 5, 2014 TO JANUARY 25, 2015 MODEM

PHOTO-ExHIBIT OF ERWIN OLAF (HOLLAND)OCTOBER 17, 2014 TO JANUARY 18, 2015MODEM

UNDERNEATH ST. HUBERT’S CROSS – “FOREST WORLD AT GÚT,” SCIENCE ExHIBITION OCTOBER 23 TO DECEMBER 31, 2014DéRI MUSEUM

PROGRAMS | FALL 2014

Fall

CRANEFESTOCTOBER 24 TO 25, 2014HORTOBáGY NATIONAL PARK VISITOR CENTER & ARTISANS’ YARD

CORRALING THE HERDSOCTOBER 26, 2014HORTOBáGY, MARKET PLACE

THE CARTOGRAPHER AND THE LANDSCAPE – CRITICAL CARTOGRAPHYAND GEOPOLITICS INTHE 21ST CENTURYOCTOBER 26, 2014 TO FEBRUARY 15, 2015MODEM

DEBRECEN FALL FESTIVALOCTOBER TO NOVEMBER 2014KÖLCSEY CENTERáRPáD BéNYI HALL

DEBRECEN LITERARY DAYSNOVEMBER 5 TO 7, 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER

GOOSE FEAST ON ST. MARTIN’S DAYNOVEMBER 7 TO 9, 2014KOSSUTH TéR



CHRISTMAS-SEASON’S FESTIVITIES IN DEBRECENNOVEMBER 30 TO DECEMBER 24, 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER

GET YOUR STOCKINGS READY & BE PREPARED FORSANTA’S ARRIVAL AT THE VOjTINADECEMBER 1 TO 7, 2014VOJTINA PUPPET THEATER

7TH MODEL RAILROAD ExHIBIT & PARADE AT CHRISTMASDECEMBER 7, 2014VASUTAS EGYETéRTéS CULTURAL CENTER

EUROPEAN WOMEN’S HANDBALL CHAMPIONSHIPDECEMBER 7 TO 21, 2014FőNIx HALL

24TH INTERNATIONAL NATIVITY-PLAY FESTIVAL DECEMBER 12 TO 13, 2014KOSSUTH TéR, BELVáROSI COMMUNITY HOUSE

6TH CHRISTMAS CONCERTS SERIES AT THE BIG CHURCHDECEMBER 2014REFORMED BIG CHURCH

OPEN CITY HALL – CHRISTMAS ARTISANS’ MARKETDECEMBER 20 TO 21, 2014OLD CITY HALL

PROGRAMS | WINTeR 2014

Winter

FISH SUNDAYDECEMBER 21, 2014KOSSUTH TéR

25TH jUBILEE CONCERT OFTANKCSAPDADECEMBER 27, 2014FőNIx HALL

HAPPY NEW YEAR, DEBRECEN 2015DECEMBER 31, 2014KOSSUTH TéR

“jUST LIKE AT THE ACADEMY OFMUSIC…”FAREWELL-TO OLD-YEAR CONCERT BY AMA-DINDA PERCUSSIONS, GáBOR PRESSER & FRIENDSDECEMBER 2014KÖLCSEY CENTER

NEW YEAR’S CONCERT OF THEKODÁLY CHOIRJANUARY 1, 2015REFORMED BIG CHURCH

NEW YEAR’S OPERETTA GALAJANUARY 2015KÖLCSEY CENTER

3RD DEBRECEN DALIDÓ – OPENING THE SPRING CARNIVALFESTIVITIESJANUARY 2015KÖLCSEY CENTER, BALTAZáR DEZSő TéR



Program offer

(all year round except during priority events and national holidays) 4 days, 3 nightsWhy is Debrecen called “Calvinist Rome,” and why is Hortobágy much more than the “puszta?” One reason may be hidden in the Calvinist form of greeting placing “Blessing and peace” upon the addressee. Other manifestations of everyday language usage may also be of importance. The locals don’t go for walks but “stroll along the prom,” they don’t hike in but “on” the Big Forest, their ice cream is served in “dollops” as opposed to cones, a casual “Enjoy your meal” may invite “May you also have a share in it” as a response, and a shopkeeper will present a newly purchased piece of clothing wishing “Be healthy while you’re wearing it.” Hortobágy may seem to be an endless, monotonous wasteland but is, in truth, a surprisingly variable landscape where, besides the iconic “Nine-Hole” Bridge, Big Inn, and the ever-popular equestrian shows, visitors are also attracted by the Puszta Zoo, Inn Museum, Fish Pond Narrow-Gauge Railway, Puszta Safari expeditions, or a functioning craftsmen’s yard. In addition to all the above, there are scores of other less tangible features that make this region unique and plainly marvelous. There is only one way to get to know them. Come, watch, taste and experience it all.

(any period between August 15 and 21, 2014) 5 days, 4 nightsFrom August 15 to 21, 2014, Debrecen will burst out in bloom again and carnival atmosphere will take the city’s squares and piazzas by storm. Flower Parade week always provides a stage for performers, entertainers, and art ensembles of international acclaim as well as a lively marketplace where artisans can sell their beautiful wares. The nearly 6-km-long procession – consisting of floats decked out with hundreds of thousands of flowers – is led by Hungarian as well as foreign folk-dance groups, music bands, flag jugglers, and majorette teams. The Flower Parade coincides with another iconic summer program, the Hortobágy Bridge Fair. 2014 will witness the 122nd such event. Named after the nine-hole landmark spanning the river of the same name, it exudes more than a touch of “puszta” feeling and features a multi-colored medley of Hungarian traditions, not least the region’s hearty cuisine.

You haven’t really experienced Debrecen if you haven’t climbed up the tower of the Big Church, or haven’t tried to lift the big staff (dubbed gerundium) kept on display at the Reformed College. You mustn’t miss the ”Lícium tree”, symbol of the Reformed tradition, or St. Anne’s Cathedral, a Catholic bishop’s seat based in Calvinist Rome. True, you may get insights into Debrecen’s past and potential future strolling along the streets and squares of downtown. However, you won’t be able to piece together the whole picture without visiting Tímárház, the Déri Museum and the exhibits of MODEM Center of Modern & Contemporary Art. In the meantime, don’t miss the opportunity to sample some Debrecen double sausage. Once you have explored the historic city center, done your shopping at the Big Market, discovered the peaceful little piazzas, whiled away some time at the downtown terraces and Roncs Bar, make sure you go relax a bit in the tranquility of the Big Forest. Pamper yourself at Aquaticum Pleasure Baths, sit back in a deckchair at the Spa, and take a swim at Debrecen Indoor Swimming Pool, the main venue of the 2012 European Swimming Championship. Go for a walk in the recently landscaped Park Forest and check out the walkways bedecked with water features. Enjoy the attractions of Nagyerdő Entertainment Complex, or visit AGORA Scientific Adventure Center (located in the Botanical Garden, on the campus of the University of Debrecen) to have a fun introduction to the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world. Your sightseeing expedition will be pleasantly rounded off with a great show at Csokonai Theater, classical concert by the Kodály Philharmonic, or an adrenaline-fuelled soccer game at Nagyerdő Stadium.

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171 400

42 000-46 500 Ft | 140-155 €

2 km 0,1 km

96 297

33 290 Ft | 111€

2 km 0 km

91 190

30 600 Ft | 104 €

0 km 2 km

36 76

32 600 Ft | 114€

9 km 12 km

Hotel Divinus *****

Aquaticum Thermal and Wellness Hotel**** Hotel Lycium**** Debrecen

Erdőspuszta Club Hotel ****

4032 Debrecen, Nagyerdei krt. 1.Tel.: +36 52/510-951 E-mail: [email protected]: www.hoteldivinus.hu

4032 Debrecen, Nagyerdei park 1. Tel.: + 36 52/514-111, +36 52/514-183E-mail: [email protected]: www.aquaticum.hu

4026 Debrecen, Hunyadi u. 1-3.Tel.: +36 52/506-600E-mail: [email protected]: www.hotellycium.hu

4002 Debrecen, Panoráma-Diószegi út kereszteződéseTel.: +36 52/747-444E-mail: [email protected]: www.erdospuszta-clubhotel.hu

4 days 3 nights | person 5 days 4 nights | person

With breakfast With half-board


- 33 900 Ft126 €

– 66 800 Ft247 €




– 71 985 Ft240 €

– 99 980 Ft330 €




– 45 600 Ft 152 €

– 56 800 Ft190 €




25 700 Ft92 €

41 700 Ft149 €

– 63 600 Ft227 €

This price is only valid from 2 people.


Accommodations

34 67

19.600 Ft | 70 €

4 km 0,5 km

65 179

16.400 Ft | 54 €

0 km 3 km

205 450

21.500 Ft | 75 €

0 km 2 km

Platán Hotel**** Centrum Hotel*** superior

Grand Hotel Aranybika***

4030 Debrecen, Somlyai u. 10.Tel.: +36 52/537-700E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]: www.platanhotel.eu

4026 Debrecen, Kálvin tér 4-8.Tel.: +36 52/418-522E-mail: [email protected]: www.centrumhotel.hu

4025 Debrecen, Piac u. 11-15.Tel.: +36 20/363 61 21E-mail: [email protected]: www.hotelaranybika.com

45 96

25 500 Ft | 89 €

0 km 1,5 km

Hotel Óbester****

4026 Debrecen, Péterfia u. 49.Tel.: +36 52/696-161, +36 20/449 49 49E-mail: [email protected]: www.hotelobester.hu




31 350 Ft105 €

40 350 Ft135 €

50 000 Ft168 €

62 000 Ft208 €




37 350 Ft134 €

47 850 Ft 170 €

59 800 Ft206 €

73 800 Ft254 €




29 400 Ft101 €

38 400 Ft132 €

39 200 Ft135 €

51 200 Ft177 €


Accommodations

58 119

15.100 Ft-17.100 Ft | 53-60 €

3 km 0,5 km

12 26

11.500 Ft | 41€

0 km 4 km

25 60

10 400 Ft | 40 €

0 km 1,5 km

Sport Hotel*** Superior Play Pub House Pension

Centrum Pension I. class

4032 Debrecen, Oláh Gábor u. 5.Tel.: +36 52/514-444E-mail: [email protected]: www.dbsporthotel.hu

4024 Debrecen, Batthyány u. 26.Tel.: +36 52/411-252E-mail: [email protected]: www.playpubhouse.hu

4026 Debrecen, Péterfia u. 37/ATel/Fax: + 36 52/416-193, +36 52/442-843E-mail: [email protected]: www.panziocentrum.hu

104 205

14.000 Ft (with half-board), 50 €

3 km 0,2 km

Hunguest Hotel Nagyerdő ***

4032 Debrecen, Pallagi út 5.Tel.: +36 52/410-588E-mail: [email protected]: www.hotelnagyerdo.hunguesthotels.com




24 400 Ft85 €

31 500 Ft110 €

43 200 Ft154 €

52 800 Ft188 €




– 22 500 Ft 84 €

– 39 600 Ft148 €


Accommodations

1432 2921

14.900 Ft | 51 €

2 km 0,5 km

15 59

10.500 Ft | 38 €

2 km 0 km

11 34

11 700 Ft-13 700 Ft | 42-49 €

College Hostels Kerekestelepi Camping

Fecskeház Youth Hostel

4028 Debrecen, Kassai u. 26.Tel.: +36 52/529-100, +36 52/529-101E-mail: [email protected]: www.collegehostels.hu

4030 Debrecen, Lomnicz u. 1-3.Tel.: +36 20/219 30 66E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]: www.kerekestelepifurdo.hu

4071 Hortobágy-MátaTel.: +36 52/589-000, +36 30/699 02 67E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]: www.hnp.hu

10 23

17.400 Ft | 64€

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Régiposta Pension

4025 Debrecen, Széchenyi u. 6.Tel.: +36 52/325-325E-mail: [email protected]: www.regiposta.hu




15 000 Ft56 €

18 000 Ft65 €

22 000 Ft80 €

25 000 Ft92 €




17 550 Ft63 €

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24 000 Ft89 €

31 500 Ft116,5 €

46 000 Ft170 €

56 000 Ft20,5 €




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Accommodations

20 56

10.700 Ft | 43 €

Ökotúra Guesthouse and Camping**

4071 Hortobágy, Borsós 12.Tel.: +36 30/206 97 70E-mail: [email protected]: www.okotura.hu

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24 000 Ft96 €

24 000 Ft96 €

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4 28

7.000 Ft | 22 €

Madárfészek Youth Hostel

4071 Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 6.Tel/Fax: +36 52/369-181, +36 30/943 54 94E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]: www.madarpark.hu


Restaurants

Barabás Restaurant Dominus Restaurant

Flaska Restaurant Belga Restaurant

4024 Debrecen, Vár u. 11.Tel.: +36 52/502-231E-mail: [email protected]: www.barabasetterem.hu

4032 Debrecen, Nagyerdei krt. 1.Tel.: +36 52/510-951E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hoteldivinus.hu

4025 Debrecen, Miklós u. 4.Tel.: +36 52/414-582E-mail: [email protected]: www.flaska.hu

4025 Debrecen, Piac u. 29.Tel.: +36 52/536-373E-mail: [email protected]: www.belgaetterem.hu

12 90 12 20 30 65 300 220 40

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Restaurants

Golf Garden Club Ikon Restaurant

john Bull Pub RestaurantHortobágy Big Inn

4002 Debrecen, Külső Sámsoni út (471-es főút) és Salakos utca-sarokTel.: +36 30/958-4411E-mail: [email protected]: www.golfgarden.hu

4025 Debrecen, Piac u. 23.Tel.: +36 30/555 77 66E-mail: [email protected]: www.ikonrestaurant.hu

4026 Debrecen, Péterfia u. 49.Tel.: +36 52/696-161E-mail: [email protected]: www.hotelobester.hu

4071 Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 1.Tel.: +36 52/589-144, +36 52/589-010E-mail: [email protected]: www.hortobagy.eu

9 40 12 120

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Restaurants

PM Choco Shop of Artisanal Chocolates and Café Roncsbár

Régi Vigadó Restaurant

4026 Debrecen, Bajcsy Zsilinszky u. 2.Tel.: +36 30 388-4338E-mail: [email protected]: www.pmchoco.hu

4024 Debrecen, Csapó u. 27.Tel.: +36 52/688-050E-mail: [email protected]: www.roncsbar.hu

4032 Debrecen, Nagyerdei Park 1. Tel.: +36 52/514-189E-mail: [email protected]: www.regivigado.hu

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Try on the original herdsman’s hatat BalmazújvárosLocated in the immediate vicinity of Hor-tobágy National Park, Balmazújváros is rich in natural beauties and folk traditions. Handicrafts such as hatmaking, wickerwork, leatherwork, and thatching are still organic parts of everyday life here. Tel.: +36 52/580-102www.balmazujvaros.hu

Explore the world of Tokaj wine atscenic MádMád is one of the best-known and oldest sett-lements of Tokaj-Hegyalja wine region, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The unique terroir, the incomparable atmosphere of the cellars, the centuries-old vintner’s expertise as well as the exceptional architectural fea-tures make the town a must-see gem of a place.Tel.: +36 47/348-003 www.mad.info.hu

Get a nice soak under the starlitskies in the grotto pool at MiskolctpolcaMiskolc and adjoining, beautiful Lillafüred are a real treasure trove of natural and cultural beauties. Always bustling with life, downtown Miskolc features Hungary’s longest esplanade, many parks, and the meandering Szinva Creek. The unrivalled Miskolctapolca Grotto Bath offers a uniquely special spa experience. You may even take a night swim at the “Hall of Stars” under the pitch-black canopy illuminated by celestial lighting.

Tourinform Miskolc3525 Miskolc, Széchenyi u 16Tel.: +36 46/350-425 www.hellomiskolc.hu

Check out Nyíregyháza for a chanceto travel in space and timeA 30-hectare oak forest at Nyíregyháza-Sós-tógyógyfürdő is home to the most exciting zoo of the nation. As many as 5,000 spe-cimens of some 500 species, including exotic and endangered ones, feeding displays, the oceanarium and model rainforest are only a few of the countless attractions at this must-visit tourist spot. If it’s time travel to the past that you’re after, Sóstó Museum village

UNeSco World Heritage Sites & european Superlatives from Debrecen

Debrecen serves as a convenient base camp to approach some of Europe’s best tourist spots. Registered UNESCO World Heritage Site Hortobágy, the largest uninterrupted grassland in Eastern Europe, is within easy reach. Hajdúszoboszló, boasting the biggest spa complex in Europe, is no more than a 20-minute drive away. Among other high-caliber attractions, the Nyíregyháza Zoo features tropical rainforest habitats, sharks, and the popular seal show. Two iconic wine-producing regions, Eger and Tokaj (the latter also a World Heritage Site), offer the full range of Hungary’s best-known vintages.

is the place to go. This special exhibit displays the folk traditions and organic architecture of bygone days.Tourist Information Centre4400 Nyíregyháza, Kossuth tér 1Tel.: + 36 42/310-735 www.nyiregyhaza.info.hu

Visit Europe’s biggest spa complexHajdúszoboszló is one of the most-visited spots on Hungary’s intricate map of spas. As a result of continuous development, the facility has become Europe’s biggest ther-mal-bath complex. The spa and recreational units, the Aquapark and the Aqua Palace, are open all year round and offer an unforget-table experience to all visitors no matter if they seek medical treatment, relaxation, or an ideal place for family vacations.Tourinform Hajdúszoboszló4200 Hajdúszoboszló, Szent István park 1-3Tel.: +36 52/558-928 www.hajduszoboszlo.hu

Discover Hajdúböszörmény, foremost among the Hajdú townsThe most important feature of this more than 600-year-old town is its unique radial layout pattern. Stroll along the peaceful, narrow streets, or visit the village museum and you will get insights into the life of the legendary Hajdú settlements. Spend a lazy day at the excellent spa to rejuvenate your body and soul.Tourinform Hajdúböszörmény4220 Hajdúböszörmény, Kálvin tér 6Tel.: +36 52/561-851 www.hajduboszormeny.hu

Don’t miss the historic city of Egerand its excellent winesOne of the most popular Hungarian cities, historic Eger is definitely a must-see spot on any tourist itinerary. Its most prominent attractions include the baroque old town, the castle, various landmarks evoking the country’s Ottoman occupation and, not least, Eger Bull’s Blood, an outstanding blend of red wines.

Tourinform Eger3300 Eger, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky u 9Tel.:+36 36/517-715 www.eger.hu

Immerse yourself in the depths ofEurope’s fresh-water aquariumThe second largest body of water in Hungary, Lake Tisza features a magnificent fauna of waterfowl, numerous recreational facilities, and lively beaches. Lake Tisza Eco-Centre gi-ves home to Europe’s top freshwater aquari-um. It provides a representative cross section of the region’s wildlife. The nearby bird reser-ve is a popular destination of bird-watchers and nature photographers.Tisza-tavi Ökocentrum3388 Poroszló, Kossuth Lajos u 41Tel: +36 36/553-033 www.ttoc.hu

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Published by the Association for the Tourism of Debrecen and Hortobágy 2014

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Tourinform Debrecen4024 Debrecen, Piac u 20

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0-24h touch-info terminals:Kossuth square, Main Railway Station,

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Tourinform Hortobágy4071 Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 13

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0-24h touch-info terminals: Hortobágy Herdsmen’s Museum

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