Szentendre: self-guided bicycle tour from Budapest

Popular summer bicycle ride from Downtown Budapest upstream on the Danube Bicycle Trail (Eurovelo 6) A family-friendly tour on bicycle lanes quiet streets and nature. Bathing stops possible. Enjoy the scenic Szentendre before returning by boat to the City Center.

Pick up your bicycle in the Jewish Quarter, Budapest. Nearest metro station: Deak Square. Find there M1, M2, M3 metro lines and even the airport bus 100E. Start your self-guided journey. You can start anytime during our opening hours, but we recommend to start latest at 11:00. Please plan your return until 18:00.

In summer there is the option to return by boat, but it is only one boat at 17:00 (5p.m.) arriving in Budapest ca. 18:10 (6:10 pm). The boat has to be booked separately for EUR 30/adult incl. bicycles and EUR 25/child incl. bicycle. For guests booking the boat with us we prolongate our opening times until 18:30. Availibility of boat tickets cannot be granted, please contact us in advance!

All year round is the option to return with the regional train HEV. Please book the train option in advance the additional price is EUR 5/person including bicycle. There are plenty of trains during daytime, but no reservation is possible.

You will pass the St. Stephen's Basilica, the Financial District, and Liberty Square before reaching the Parliament. Take a quick break to enjoy a stunning view of the river bank before continuing over Margaret Bridge to reach Margarete Island.

Cross the island to the north. Pass under Arpad Bridge to reach a bike path leading to the Old Town of Buda. Bike along the old cobblestone streets through historic buildings before reaching the Danube Bicycle Trail. Have a break at "Roman Beach", enjoy a coffee or even a swim!

Follow the path through a magical forest and pass Lupa Lake, an artificial lake with crystal clear water. If you wish, stop for a quick swim to cool off (entry fee not included). Continue on a newly built bike path to Szentendre, an idyllic city on the banks of the Danube River. Explore the town on foot, stopping to relax on a sandy beach or enjoying a drink or meal at one of the many local bars and restaurants.

Once you've explored Szentendre, you can either ride back 25km to Budapest, take the regional train (not advisable for groups) or - the best option: bring your bike back to Bupadest by boat. It leaves at 17:00 (5p.m.) and arrives ca. at 18:10 (6:10 p.m.) in Budapest. Please check for availability and the latest schedule with us before you start the tour. We expect your arrival at our shop latest at 18:00 (6 p.m.) or with booking the boat at 18:30 (6:30 p.m.) latest. Many thanks!