Bábolna (Bábolna) is the place to be in 2025 for anyone who loves culture, horses, and great food. All year round, the town hosts a lively mix of cultural and culinary festivals and gatherings. Whether you want to cheer at the International Showjumping Competition, feast at the Corn Festival, or mingle with farming experts at the International Farmers’ Days, Bábolna’s calendar is packed. The local Strand and Thermal Bath features the country’s first themed bath, creatively bringing to life scenes from old peasant life—a real journey back in time while you relax in the pools.
Folktales and Festivals
On September 30, Bábolna (Bábolna) celebrates the Day of the Hungarian Folktale. Expect family-friendly events and activities at various locations across the town. That September, and throughout the year, more festivals, open-air events, and lively village gatherings pop up—there’s no excuse to be bored in Bábolna (Bábolna).
Sweet Stays and Unique Tastes
Check in at the charming Imperial Hotel, nestled in the historic Stud Courtyard (Ménesudvar). It offers 11 double rooms, 3 with French beds, 4 triples, and one single, each with its own bathroom, with space for a total of 41 guests. The peaceful setting means you’ll wake to birdsong, not traffic, and the hotel welcomes visitors year-round.
When you’re hungry, the local culinary scene does not disappoint. From fresh fried dishes and classic Hungarian comfort food to international choices and a dessert menu featuring real homemade cakes—every appetite is satisfied. There’s even a kid’s menu and a play corner to keep young visitors entertained. If you’d rather eat at home or in your office, you can order their generous platters and pizzas for delivery.
Coffee, Cake, and Restful Breaks
Take a break with a coffee, cappuccino, tea, mineral water, or soft drink at the cozy portside lounge of the Danube Bastion (Dunai Bástya). Open during the bastion’s official hours, it’s both a scenic recovery stop after your riverside stroll and a pleasant spot to unwind indoors or on the terrace. From March through October, enjoy the river breeze outside; on rainy or chilly days, come inside to the warm interior.
If you have dietary needs or just crave guilt-free sweets, don’t miss the Albatross Cake Workshop (AlBatrosz Tortaműhely). This allergy-friendly bakery caters to almost everyone—gluten-free, lactose-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and egg-free treats abound. Diabetics, those with food sensitivities, and the health-conscious will all find delicious, high-quality pastries.
Hospitality With Character
In nearby Komárom (Komárom), you’ll find a modern restaurant, guesthouse, and event hall blending home-cooked flavors, cozy lounges, and a private courtyard. Whether you’re looking for a candlelit dinner, a family reunion, or just a delicious lunch, they promise a memorable dining experience every time.
Bahía delivers hearty buffet breakfasts, bistro-style lunches, and dinners, along with Italian coffee and drinks—a great spot for food and conversation. Nautical touches in the design capture the spirit of freedom, adventure, and discovery. Since 2008, it has been a friendly staple in downtown Komárom (Komárom).
Flamingo Restaurant and Café (Flamingó) is a must for lovers of Hungarian cuisine. Enjoy dishes prepared by skilled chefs in air-conditioned comfort—come rain or shine. You can even host your own private events in their welcoming space.
Those craving a culinary adventure can head along the old cobblestone road between Győr (Győr) and Komárom (Komárom) to Gönyű (Gönyű), where à la carte specialties, weekend selections, and daily menus pair with premium beers, fine wines, coffee, and cocktails. All this comes with views of the Danube River (Duna) in an upscale setting.
Wine, Comfort, and Modern Twists
The Herold Cellar (Herold Pince) in the Pannonhalma (Pannonhalma) wine region stands as the area’s youngest winery, resting at the base of the monastery in “Chestnut Hook” (Gesztenyés-horog). The 800-year-old cellar was purchased by the Herold family in 2010 and fully restored with thousands of hand-set bricks by 2014. Today, its climate provides the perfect storage for reductively produced wines in stainless steel tanks, with some selections aged in oak barrels depending on grape quality.
Just up the road in Pannonhalma (Pannonhalma), Pannon Guesthouse (Pannon Vendégház) welcomes visitors with rooms equipped with flat-screen satellite TVs and private baths, plus a restaurant, terrace, free WiFi, and private parking.
Organizers reserve the right to make changes to dates or programs, so always check ahead before you go!
