Published: June 27 2023
Questions & Answers
When does Budapest's only free Danube beach open? Budapest's only free Danube beach, Római part, opens on June 30th.
Is the Római part open to the public? Yes, the Római part is open to the public and is free of charge.
What is the Római part? The Római part is the only beach near the River Danube in Hungary's capital Budapest where you can bathe in the river without having to pay.
Where is the Római part located? The exact location of the Római part is the territory between Kossuth Lajos üdülőpart 15-17, and it is 500 metres wide, marked by two buoys.
Is the Római part open all day? No, the Római part is open from 10 AM to 7 PM.
How is the water quality at the Római part? The water quality at the Római part is constantly monitored, and it was perfect last year.
What facilities are available at the Római part? Facilities available at the Római part include changing rooms, new camping chairs, drinking wells, toilets, diaper changing rooms, and showers.
Are there any precautions to take when visiting the Római part? Yes, visitors are advised to wear slippers or swim shoes as the riverbed is rocky and covered with clams. Additionally, the sand on the beach gets hot during the day, so it is advisable to wear shoes to avoid burning your feet.
Is there any shade available at the Római part? Yes, there are trees near the beach that provide shelter from the scorching summer heat between two bathings, and in the afternoon, the trees' shadows start to grow, making it an ideal time to visit.
Are there other beaches near the River Danube in Budapest? Yes, the SHO Beach is also located near the River Danube, but you must pay an entrance fee. Additionally, if you want to enjoy the summer at a beach similar to the sea, you can visit Lake Lupa.