Veszprém rolls into winter and spring with guided castle walks, free exhibitions, a full premarital course series, and a slate of organ and classical concerts. The Baroque jewel of the Castle District, the Bíró–Giczey House (Bíró–Giczey-ház), anchors year-end tours with its garden, gift shop, and exhibitions, while spring brings musical heavyweights to town. Organizers reserve the right to change times and programs.
Guided Castle Walks
On December 29 and 30, guided Castle Walks start at 11:30, 14:00, and 16:00. On December 31, departures are at 11:30 and 14:00. Two themed routes run from the Bíró–Giczey House (Bíró–Giczey-ház):
– The Walk of Light and Devotion: Archbishop’s Palace + Gizella Chapel (Gizella-kápolna) at 11:30 and 16:00 (December 31 at 11:30).
– A Thousand Years’ Journey: Cathedral + crypt + St. George’s Chapel (Szent György-kápolna) at 14:00 daily.
Tickets and information: Gift Shop. Group size capped at 25. Exhibitions remain free of charge.
Premarital Course in Veszprém
A multi-week engaged couples’ course runs on Fridays at the Padányi School (Padányi Katolikus Iskola), 6 Szeghy János Street (Szeghy János utca 6.), Veszprém, designed to prepare partners for marriage and family life. Dates: February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 6, 13, 2026. Topics include:
– Spirituality of marriage
– The family we come from
– Relationship communication and conflict management
– Intimacy in marriage
– Male–female differences and pitfalls of marriage
– Parenting and family life
The location is the same for all sessions.
Concert Highlights
The 2026 concert calendar opens in February:
– February 4, 2026: Joint concert by Szilárd Ferenc Kovács and Nóra Ducza.
April brings a high-profile pairing:
– April 15, 2026: Joint concert by Martin Baker and Tamás Kéméndi.
May adds a thematic organ program:
– May 28, 2026: János Pálúr – The Creation Story.
Bíró–Giczey House (Bíró–Giczey-ház) Essentials
This Baroque “jewel box” in the Veszprém Castle District offers a tranquil garden, curated exhibitions, and a gift shop that doubles as the ticket and information point for all guided walks. All routes depart from its front entrance, and staff can advise on schedules and route choices.
Plan Your Visit
– December 29–31, 2025: multiple daily Castle Walks with two themed tours.
– February–March 2026: six-session premarital course at the Padányi School (Padányi Katolikus Iskola).
– February–May 2026: three concerts, from duo recitals to organ-led storytelling.
Schedules and programs may change.
