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HAJDÚSZOBOSZLÓ Enjoy yourself!

HEALING

WELLNESS

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Hajdúszoboszló The city of well-being

Approach

Healing

Favourable transport options

Try the proven power of our spa!

Tradition and modernity

Wellness

History of the spa of Szoboszló.

Relax through the adventures of bathing!

Culture

Amusement Adventures for you!

Taste the local flavours and traditions.

Environment Explore Hajdúszoboszló and its region!

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HAJDÚSZOBOSZLÓ Enjoy yourself!

A venue for recreation Hajdúszoboszló is one of the most popular health tourist resorts of Hungary. It can thank for its reputation primarily to its medicinal water and medical bath, which have a history of more than eight decades.

offer the guests the possibility of complete recreation.

The main tourist attraction of Hajdúszoboszló is the largest bath complex of Europe, which provides modern medicinal, wellness and entertainment services as a result of continuous developments, in combination with the offers of accommodation in the city for its visitors.

It is officially classified as outstanding Hungarian health resort. In addition to its well known endowments, the summer festivals, the local delicacies of gastronomy, the friendly town atmosphere, the vicinity of Hortobágy and Debrecen, and a number of other natural and built heritages jointly

Be our guests in order to enjoy the adventure of this special venue of recreation!

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Easy to approach, interesting excursions available Hajdúszoboszló is located in East Central Europe, in the Eastern part of Hungary. It is located in the immediate vicinity of Hortobágy, the largest desert of Europe, and the lively city of Debrecen, at a distance of 220 km from Budapest.

ways, railways and by plane, too; through the capital city, respectively, the neighbouring county seat, Debrecen. Thus it is an accessible destination for both domestic and foreign guests.

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From the beginning to the present day The traditional spa culture is constantly formed in Hajdúszoboszló thanks to the recognition and healing power of medicinal water, and it is adjusted to the needs of our modern age thanks to state-of-theart facilities.

Bath) was built in 1927. Today the city is an internationally renowned health resort as a result of the proven medical effect of the water, the professional expertise of the medical centre, the positive experiences of the guests and the continuous developments.

The „birthday” of the spa of Hajdúszoboszló is 26th October 1925. This was the day when the treasure of the city - the thermal water of 73°C - erupted from the depth of 1090.87 metres. Starting with this day a new life started in Hajdúszoboszló, and based on this attractive feature the Fövenyfürdő (Sand

In the place of the Sand Bath, currently the Medicinal Bath and Aqua-Palace covered experience bath offer recreational opportunities throughout the year, while the Beach and the Aquapark is open from spring to autumn to guests of all ages arriving to Hajdúszoboszló.

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Healing

Try the proven power of our spa!

The spa of Hajdúszoboszló - thanks to the positive experiences of many - is well known and renowned nation-wide.

attention the medical services of the bath complex and of the city in order to demonstrate the recuperating power of Hajdúszoboszló. Bathing, recuperation and recreation is available here for people of adult age.

The treasure deposited during millions of years from the ancient Pannon Sea is one of the heritages of Hajdúszoboszló. This long lasting treasure has been serving the city for decades. Thanks to its unique mineral and trace element content the spa of Hajdúszoboszló may be applied widely in the area of preventing and curing health problems.

This chapter of the publication is intended to provide correct information on the beneficial effects of the medicinal water, and the wide range of treatments and services to the guests who select the City of Hajdúszoboszló as the destination of their travel.

In the Recuperation section of the publication we would like to offer to your

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Healing

DID YOU KNOW, that in the medicinal water of Hajdúszoboszló estrogen can be found, as well, bound to bitumen? In several cases, after a treatment repeated two or three times infertile women reported about successful conception.

The „hot gold” of Hajdúszoboszló

Total amount of cations:

According to the opinion of a well known researcher „the water of Hajdúszoboszló is unique in its class, waters of similar composition and temperature are unknown” Dr János Bodnár „The water of Hajdúszoboszló can be considered a five times diluted sea water, and it is nothing else, but the recalled ghost of the sea of the Triassic Age” – Dr. Zoltán Dalmady.

The composition of the water: Components

mg/l

Potassium

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1303,44

Nitrate

<1,00

Nitrite

<0,01

Chloride

1030

Bromide

8,30

Iodide

6,85

Fluoride

1,5

Sulphide

<10

Hydrogen carbonate

1720

Sulphide

0,24

Total phosphate

-

Carbonate

-

Total amount of anions:

2766,89

Sodium

1260

Metaboric acid

93

Ammonium

11,2

Metasilicic acid

52

Calcium

12

Free carbonic acid

33

Magnesium

1,8

Dissolved oxygen

5,4

Iron Manganese Lithium

Arsenic

0,14

<0,02

Total:

0,30

4253,73

Radium emanation Rn 1,40x10

-10

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<2

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Curie

Healing

DID YOU KNOW, that the medical mud of Hajdúszoboszló is one of the most effective domestic muds? It is collected from the boating lake located on the territory of the bath complex and it is made suitable for use.

Indications, contra-indications The bath cure in the spa has a healing power in the case of the following diseases: ∆ Inflammations, deteriorations of the joints ∆ Inflammatory diseases of the backbone ∆ Chronic nerve pains, nerve inflammations ∆ Poliomyelitis, cerebral accident, cerebral surgery ∆ Post treatment of muscle pains, bone injuries, sport injuries ∆ Specific forms of vasoconstrictions ∆ Chronic gynaecologic diseases, infertility ∆ Chronic cutaneous diseases (eczema)

Contra-indications: ∆ Inflammatory disease ∆ Cancerous malignant tumour disease ∆ Circular insufficiency, serious blood pressure increase ∆ Grave central nervous system disease ∆ Infectious disease, pulmonary tuberculosis, infectious aversion generating skin disease ∆ Pregnancy

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Healing

DID YOU KNOW, that based on the research of doctors of Hungarospa medical bath balneotherapy may have a preventive role in the prevention of arteriosclerosis?

Condition assessing medical examination Before applying curing and wellness treatments experts assess the health condition of guests and select the appropriate treatments in the spas and on site therapies at the wellness hotels.

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ing the framework of personal consultation the possible diseases and they prescribe spa treatments for the guests in order to mitigate these disorders. In the interest of achieving a curing effect the application of a â&#x20AC;&#x17E;cureâ&#x20AC;? is recommended, which usually consists of at least 15 treatments.

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Healing

DID YOU KNOW,

that in the spas of Hajdúszoboszló there are 12 pcs of modern, carbon dioxide medical gas cabins in service of healing?

The curing therapy of Hajdúszoboszló The thermal water is the based of the curing therapies, what is used in Hajdúszoboszló. In the spa of Hajdúszoboszló all the hydrotherapeutic treatments (weight-bath, underwater beam massage, underwater remedial physical exercise, carbonic bath) are done with thermal water. The remedial impact is certified by professional examinations and the experiences of many years. However, this beneficial impact is realised as the joint effect of the favourable climatic environment and the peaceful small town atmosphere.

The elements of the cures defined by the specialist doctors may include the following: hydro-balneology therapeutic treatment, drinking cure, inhalation, sludge

therapy, physical therapy, remedial physical exercises, electrotherapy, ultrasound therapy and light therapy.

The balneotherapy treatments exert their effects only as a cure, therefore it is desirable to undertake a bath therapy consisting of treatments lasting for at least two weeks.

In addition to the above elements, carbon dioxide gas bath treatment is also available in the medical bath of Hajdúszoboszló. The recommended duration of the treatment is 10-12 occasions, which can be repeated twice or three times a year. The treatment is recommended for patients with heart and circulatory failures.

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Healing

DID YOU KNOW,

Massage and physical exercise therapy

that nowadays the focus is on complex physiotherapy treatment?

It means that the bath cure is supplemented by other treatments, e.g. physiotherapy in the medical bath of Hajdúszoboszló.

The most well known and preferred elements of the bath cure of Hajdúszoboszló are represented by massages and remedial physical exercises. The pain caused by diseases and disorders may make our lives difficult, but the symptoms can be avoided or reduced by applying physiotherapy and massage treatments. Massaging not only relaxes our body and spirit, but it also promotes the production of hormones that generate the feeling of love and which contribute to recuperation. For example, the traditional Swedish massage has an outstanding recuperating effect.

It has a favourable impact on the muscles, it improves the circulation of the blood, and it reduces fatigue. Remedial physical exercise is a kind of sport that may be undertaken by people who are interested in preserving their health, but who cannot be engaged in any other sport activity due to their locomotive or other problems. This form of physical movement, thanks to its beneficial impact, is an activity that assists us in preserving our health and also has a therapeutic effect.

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Healing

DID YOU KNOW, that you may also select electric, ultrasound and light therapy treatments from among the therapeutic treatments that are offered in Hajdúszoboszló?

Therapeutic treatment The blessed impacts of the thermal waters of Hajdúszoboszló may be enjoyed by the visitors of the city not only as the guests of the spa, but at certain local accommodation sites as well.

In Hajdúszoboszló thermal water cures are also available in the baths of the local hotels, in addition to the central spa. In our days the spotlight is directed on complex physical therapeutic treatments, therefore the bath cures offered are complemented

with other services. For example with remedial physical exercises, mechanotherapy and electrotherapy as well.

Guests are awaited with the same quality and expertise of therapeutic services at both the spa and at the on site therapies as well.

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WELLNESS

Relax through the adventures of bathing!

The most popular health oriented services are wellness services, which represent a special feature that Hajdúszoboszló offers as well. The wellness offer of the spa city awaits its guests with complex treatments and programs.

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In the Wellness section of the publication we would like to offer to your attention the wellness services of the bath complex and of the city with the purpose of showing the wellness related opportunities awaiting the tourists in Hajdúszoboszló. Our offer proves that our city is a committed believer of the health conscious life style, and that we provide a wide variety of modern options for bathing, resting, recreation and physical movement!

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Wellness

DID YOU KNOW, that physiotherapy is an exercise program applied with a therapeutic intent aimed at health promotion, prevention, treatment and recovery, furthermore, the application of which has a beneficial effect on the operation of the whole body.

Prevention with the aid of wellness In our days prevention plays a primary role in preserving health and avoiding sicknesses. Wellness based living offers different opportunities for prevention and for establishing an appropriate life style.

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thanks to the wellness lifestyle and the opportunities for resting and recreation, our guests may select not only from the offers of bathing, massages and saunas, but they may even choose a beauty cure or an active physical movement program, which may also serve the health of our guests.

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Wellness

DID YOU KNOW, that the use of the salt chamber, this gentle therapy is recommended not only for respiratory patients but also for healthy people due to its disease-preventing, immune system boosting, relaxing and calming effects?

The worlds of the baths of Hajdúszoboszló Aqua-Palace covered experience bath of Hajdúszoboszló provides bathing opportunities on 15.000 m2, with 3 storeys and 20 pools throughout the year. The 8 pools located on the ground floor evoke different eras and locations, and they pamper bathers with various water jets and massaging elements.

In addition to the water-based experiences, the sauna world awaits wellness enthu-

siasts with Finnish and infrared saunas, steam cabins and an intimate plunge pool.

In the Aqua-Palace experience bath a salt chamber, tiled with salt bricks from the city of Praid, excellent massage treatments are available, too; furthermore, in the surf building fitness services can be used, as well.

In addition to the bath complex of the city, the majority of the local hotels has its own wellness department, too; where Jacuzzis or adventure or medicinal pools and saunas guarantee a recreation provided by bathing and wellness services.

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Wellness

DID YOU KNOW, that when you are using a sauna, it induces a kind of artificial fever, thereby triggering its beneficial effects? On the other hand, it is extremely important to ensure that we leave enough time for our body to recover and relax after using the sauna.

The adventure of saunas Sauna bathing is one of the indispensable parts of the wellness life style. Sauna bathing is the simplest form of detoxification. It assists us in preserving our health and vitality. It has further beneficial effects in that it improves vascular circulation, strengthens the immune system, reduces stress, cleans the skin, and it reduces the appetite significantly.

The guests arriving in HajdĂşszoboszlĂł will certainly be able to experiment with the beneficial effects of the Finnish and infra saunas and steam baths through the wellness offers of the Hungarospa bath complex and the wellness offers of the larger hotels.

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The adventure of sauna bathing may be tried through a different way with the aid of the Dermalife capsule. This machine merges the advantageous effects of steam, infra, aroma and colour therapies, with a vibration massage applied during the treatment. This invention may significantly contribute detoxification, weight loss, and to the treatment of cellulitis.

It is not recommended in the event of cardiac and respiratory problems, high blood pressure, kidney problems, nervous system diseases, pregnancy, open wounds, injuries and cysts.

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DID YOU KNOW, that in the Aqua-Palace of Hajdúszoboszló the Thai Herbal massage, known as Pinda Sweda is available, too?

One of its beneficial effects is that it keeps the skin young.

Tender massages In the world of wellness one of the most well known methods of releasing stress is the application of different massages. The tourist service providers of Hajdúszoboszló do await their guests with an abundant offer in this area as well. The most well known massages include the refreshing massage and the sole massage, however, in addition to these there are other special therapies that may be tried.

The Shiatsu Japanese massage is one of the best tension releasing methods that has other beneficial impacts as well. The Ayurveda massage uses the power of herbs for curing. During the therapy the appropriate effect is achieved by rubbing into the skin the natural active agents, which have been cooked in oil and packed into small bags.

The most well known element of the wellness offer is the lava stone massage, which is able to heal our bodies with the aid of hot stones. This treatment combines massaging and aroma therapy.

The Thai massage removes tension with an Eastern massage method at the acupuncture points of the body. As a result of this massage technique the body completely relaxes, and a balance is established between the different parts of the body.

The above list contains only some of the wellness therapies that serve for the preservation of health. In the long list everybody may find the adventure and the health providing program that is appropriate for him/her.

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Wellness

DID YOU KNOW, that the effect of the wellness therapies offered by the hotels is more successful thanks to the effects of bathing in the spa of Hajdúszoboszló?

Wellness therapies In the wellness hotels of Hajdúszoboszló it is possible to use customized treatments in a package, too.

The complex wellness programs of the hotels are defined by target groups and specific demands. These programs have specific features customised to families, health preservation, detoxification, stressreleasing and even for exotic services.

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tels. These packages may include as core elements - in addition to bathing – different types of massages, tender aroma baths, active movement programs, mental training events and beauty therapies as well. Wellness therapy treatments may be requested in the form of pre-defined packages or can be customised to each person as well. The selected hotel is always able to provide more detailed information on ordering and developing the packages.

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DID YOU KNOW, that it is also possible to try the aquafitness programs in Hajdúszoboszló in addition to fitness room training?

On the move

sible to undertake physical exercises even in the framework of organised programs, e.g. in the framework of aerobics or fitball.

The fitness section of the new covered Aqua-Palace adventure bath awaits those interested by offering squash, spinning, kangoo, aqua-fitness and other fitness programs.

Fitness covers a life style in which one strengthens the internal and external harmony of the human body with the aid of different forms of physical movement, which allows us to become healthier and more attractive. The basis of fitness is active physical movement, upon the impact of which our body and mind becomes harmonised, and our life becomes healthier and more complete.

Aquafitness is a water sport that is appropriate for everyone independently of age and gender. In addition to its body forming impact, it does not stress the joints during physical movement, and by moving the muscles thoroughly it strengthens the body without any stress.

The majority of the hotels of Hajdúszoboszló have fitness rooms equipped with different fitness machines. It is also pos-

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Wellness

DID YOU KNOW, that the offers of all the restaurants and hotel catering units of Hajdúszoboszló include light dishes?

Healthy nutrition In our days everybody wishing to stay healthy pays attention to what he or she eats. Our traditional Hungarian dishes are presented in a large number not only on the menu cards, but on our plates as well.

Healthy nutrition does not mean that we have to give up these delicious Hungarian dishes, but it means that one has to pay attention to the quality of the raw material and the way the dishes are prepared. The gastronomic offers of Hajdúszoboszló are developed by excellent chefs, who - in line with the modern trends - prepare the dishes with an abundant variety of excellent flavours.

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The healthy and delicious dishes are prepared from high quality vegetable, fruit, meat and raw fish materials. The experts do pay attention to meeting the special demands, in addition to applying modern kitchen technologies and preparing delicious dishes. There are healthy meals offered for diabetic patients and for people who have protein allergies or celiac disease.

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AMUSEMENT

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Adventures for you!

The spa of Hajdúszoboszló is familiar to everyone, but very few people know that entertainment and recreation are available in Hajdúszoboszló before and after the summer open air bathing season as well. Thanks to the covered adventure bath of the city a wide range of aqua entertainment options became available throughout the year, and thus we may say that life is effervescent in Hajdúszoboszló throughout the year.

In the Entertainment section of the publication we would like to offer to your attention some other services of the bath complex and of the city with the purpose of presenting the entertaining side of Hajdúszoboszló as well. Based on our introduction it is obvious that our city is able to provide people of all ages with physical and mental recuperation, as well as the possibility of carefree recreation.

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Amusement

DID YOU KNOW, that on the territory of the Hajdúszoboszló beach area a new show stage was created where children are awaited by various animations and programs during the beach season?

Open air bath, an entertainment for the whole family The area of the open air bath is 30 hectares. There are 13 pools that offer water adventures within this area.

Within the area of the Open Air Bath the most well known among the traditional swimming pools are the Wave Pool and the Effervescent Pool, which enrich bathing with adventure elements. From among the developments of the open air bath the implementation of the Mediterranean Sea Shore is one of the developments that deserve great attention. It is the greatest built open air pool of Central Europe. The sandy beach, Info: www.hajduszoboszlo.hu

the pirate ship, the lighthouse and the palm trees generate a Mediterranean feel.

On the territory of the beach one can find also the swimming pool, babies’-, children’s-, teaching- and the omega pool where the recreation experience is enhanced by water sports courts, a sweeping water zone and bubble beds which guarantee a wonderful refreshment for bathers. In addition to aqua entertainment there is a playground and there are animation programs for the small children, which also contribute to the richness of the adventures available within the site of the open air bath.

Within the area of the open air bath there is a nudist island available as well, for those, who are fond of naturism. The open air bath unit of Hajdúszoboszló awaits the guests from May until the end of September.

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Amusement

DID YOU KNOW, that in the Aquapark of Hajdúszoboszló there are altogether 15 experience slides which guarantee perfect slippery entertainment?

Aquapark, the chute park

starter tower, the free fall tunnel, the water loop, the super wave, the tsunami, the space boat and the water pipe provide extreme experiences to those who want to slide.

In the Aquapark there are 9 types of chutes that take off at a height of 12 meters. Each of them offers a different adventure for splashing into the water. The names of the chutes speak for themselves: Four Track Multichute, Kamikaze, Hydrochute, Black Hole, Crazy River, the Huge Chute, Big Hole, Twister and Niagara. In the Aquapark, after the chute adventures, people of all ages may enjoy the relaxing bathing opportunities that are offered by three bathing pools and a sweeping river. In order to provide additional entertainment for small children there is a mini chute, a water castle, and a wooden playground as well.

Simultaneously with the extension, in the Aquapark a new children’s pool was built, too and the second one received a new look, as well. In the pools there are several adventure elements, such as the Beckó castle with a hanging bridge and 4 towers, the Tree trunk castle and the Bastion castle with cannons.

Unique elements of the second children’s pool of the Aquapark are: the Beaver Castle, the bull-headed drinker boat, the boat ran aground and the rainbow slide. Bathing in the pools full of adventure elements offers unique water adventures to children and guarantees an unforgettable relaxation.

The territory of Hajdúszoboszló Aquapark was added a hectare in 2014, when an extreme zone was established with 6 new giant slides and a rock climbing wall. In the new area, the slides starting from the 16-meter-high

It is possible to approach the Aquapark from the area of the open air bath after purchasing a separate entry arm band that may be either valid for a whole day or for a shorter lenght of time.

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Amusement

DID YOU KNOW, that the Aqua-Palace covered experience bath awaits its guests with a floor space of 15.000 m2, three floors and two buildings throughout the year?

Aqua-Palace, a covered adventure bath

They also take guests into the world of nature during bathing.

The Aqua-Palace, a covered adventure bath, which awaits visitors throughout the year with wellness and fitness services, in addition to many different types of bathing options. The complex offers unique services to the guests. First of all, the private baths and the relax room deserve to be mentioned. On the ground floor of the bathing building section there are 8 thematic pools.

These pools include the PĂĄvai Thermal Bath, the Ice Cave Bath, the Ganges Bath, the Rome Bath, the Cave Bath, the Tropical Bath and the Sea Bath, which present the symbols of the cultures of different ages.

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In the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world, located on the first floor, the baby and family pools, chutes, animation programs, play house, occupation room, diaper room and the resting and breast feeding room ensure the conditions for the perfect recreation of families with small children.

The surfing simulator which is especially beloved by the youngsters and the additional sport opportunities offered in the surf building, including squash, spinning, aqua-fitness and other organised physical exercise programs, represent another specific feature of the Aqua-Palace adventure bath.

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Amusement

DID YOU KNOW, that the New Year whip snapping called “csergetés” commemorates the expulsion of the Turkish army?

A taste of the local flavours and traditions The core element of recreation in Hajdúszoboszló is water, however there are a number of other programs, which make recreation in Hajdúszoboszló memorable.

An important supplement to the adventures is gastronomy, which plays an outstanding role not only in the restaurants, but in respect of the festivals as well.

Outside the main season the spa city is characterised by a friendly town atmosphere, while in summer time it has an effervescent festival atmosphere. Therefore these two seasons offer different entertainment opportunities. Indispensable elements of the summer time are represented by music, dancing and the eventful life of the public squares.

Festival gastronomy is very popular. The outstanding open air events of the festival are the Grilled Food and Beer Festival of Hajdúszoboszló in the spring and the Bio Food and Wine Festival of Hajdúszoboszló in the autumn.

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Amusement

Festivals Taste the local flavours and traditions!

The following is a short list of the guaranteed programs of Hajdúszoboszló: Spring - Spring Art Days in Hajdúszoboszló - Hungarosparty Open Air Bath Opening Event - The Grilled Food and Beer Festival of Hajdúszoboszló

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Summer - Festival of the Sun – Let’s dance the night away!

- Szoboszló Folk Weekend - Dixiland Days of Szoboszló - Kösely-cup horse riding competition Autumn - Bio Food and Wine Festival of Hajdúszoboszló - Martin Day’s Goose Fest Winter - New Year’s whip snapping called “csergetés”

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DID YOU KNOW, that you may take a bicycle excursion through a built out bicycle road to the Crater Lake of Nagyhegyes?

Hajdúszoboszló – the active way Active sports entertainment offered for families is also popular in Hajdúszoboszló.

There are different programs that ensure year by year the possibility for families to make their time spent together and their recreation even more eventful. Bicycle riding may be tried in several different ways, however, no matter whether one starts his ride after renting a bicycle or one travels following the principle of „four persons on four wheels” in a cycle-coach, having

high spirits is a prerequisite in each case!

For the less active guests we recommend that they should take their whole family on a city sightseeing tour riding the „Dottó” train. A rich offer of more active programs and sport opportunities are also available in Hajdúszoboszló.

The visitors of the spa city may select from swimming, tennis, horseback riding, mini golf and angling. At the lodging places of Hajdúszoboszló there are other lively programs also available to the guests. They may play table tennis, go bowling, or try billiard.

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Amusement

DID YOU KNOW, that the Csanády House was built in 1806 and therefore it is the oldest folk dwelling house in Hajdúszoboszló?

Adventures in Hajdúszoboszló and its vicinity Guests interested in cultural events are awaited by the exhibitions of the Bocskai István and International Modern Museum of Hajdúszoboszló. The visitors of the city may get acquainted with the traditions and with the folk meals of the Region of Hajdúság by visiting the Csanády House, the Peasant House Museum (formerly: Czeglédi House) and the Country House that has been operating since 2011. The fans of speed may enjoy the thrill of speeding even without a driving licence at the gokart track operating at the airport of Hajdúszoboszló.

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lenge for people of all ages to test their abilities in the forest obstacle course. The one hectare territory awaits children and adults from spring until autumn, offering them separate excitements. Each participant may share the experiences of being a squirrel for a short time over the tracks that have been built in a natural environment at different heights.

The airport of Hajdúszoboszló offers different opportunities for recreation in the air. Brave people love to pass time by hang gliding, flying with hot air balloons, going on sightseeing flights and parachuting.

Those looking for additional adventures may enrich their rest with an excursion either to Debrecen or to Hortobágy.

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Exploring the neighbourhood

natural heritages. The „Golden Triangle”, as the region marked out by Hajdúszoboszló, Hortobágy and Debrecen is often referred, awaits the guests with a tourist offer that meets all kinds of interests.

Due to the location of Hajdúszoboszló one should not forget Debrecen and Hortobágy, and the tourist sights and offerings of the surrounding smaller settlements. These may enrich the time spent in the spa city with excursions, city sightseeing and shopping tours.

TIP: During your trip to Hajdúszoboszló do not miss visiting the National Park of Hortobágy, where a Bird Hospital, Animal Park and Wildlife Park can be visited, too and we suggest you to make a trip also to Debrecen where the renovated Great Church is worth visiting or you can go on a walk in the renewed Great Forest Park.

Many people are interested in cultural programs beyond treatment, recreation and entertainment and would like to get acquainted with the local traditions and

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Amusement

DID YOU KNOW, that gastronomy plays an outstanding role in the guaranteed program offer of Hajdúszoboszló several times a year?

Catering The catering units of Hajdúszoboszló offer abundant opportunities for tasting Hungarian and international dishes and drinks over the complete territory of the city.

The offers of the catering units of the city are very diversified. This rich choice has evolved during many years from the impact Info: www.hajduszoboszlo.hu

of visitors coming here and the demands and customs of the local population. The gastronomy offer of the city is just as wide ranging as its accommodation offer, since one may choose between restaurants, inns, pizzerias, fast food units, wineries, bars, and several confectionaries that offer their delicious and special sweet and salty cakes, and their own coffee specialties.

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KRAKKOW

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KASSA

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UA M25

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POLGÁR M3

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M35

DEBRECEN

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HAJDÚSZOBOSZLÓ

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M6 M5

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SLO

ORADEA E79

E71 E73

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