Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács
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| Kalocsa Paprika Strings and the Red Gold Harvest | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:09:45 | |
Day five in Kalocsa: walking the drying paprika strings, visiting the Folk Art House, and navigating the practicalities of living in the red-gold capital. Plus, a look at the town's embroidery history and autumn market foods. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 54 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kalocsa, Hungary. Places in this episode: Zrínyi-lakótelep, Szent István király út, Nagyboldogasszony-főszékesegyház, Népművészeti Tájház, Érseki Palota, Cybernetic Light Tower, Nyárfa vendéglő, Érsekkert. Covered: Paprika Culture, Folk Art, Residency Logistics, Local Dining, Church History. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kalocsa #HungaryTravel #PaprikaHarvest #RedGold #BacsKiskun #HungaryLife #FolkArt #Embroidery #ArchbishopPalace #GemencForest #TravelTips #Residency #BankingInHungary #Goulash #AutumnInHungary #EasternEurope #SlowTravel #CulturalHeritage | |||
| Kalocsa Rain, Red Gold and Archdiocese Walls | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:11:31 | |
Day four in Kalocsa. The drizzle sets in as I navigate the Paprika Museum, the Archbishop's Palace library, and a rainy walk through Érsekkert. We talk about the 'Csíplek' festival, local embroidery, and the practicalities of living in Bács-Kiskun. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 53 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kalocsa, Hungary. Places in this episode: Zrínyi-lakótelep, Szent István király út, Érsekkert, Szentháromság tér, Kalocsa Cathedral, Paprika Museum, Népművészeti Tájház, Judit Vendéglő. Covered: Paprika Culture, Baroque Architecture, Forest Walks, Local Dining, Public Transit, Folk Art. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #KalocsaTravel #HungaryInAutumn #PaprikaHarvest #BacsKiskunCounty #GemencForest #ArchbishopsPalace #HungarianEmbroidery #TravelPodcast #ExpatLifeHungary #ResidencyRegistration #DanubePlain #FolkArtMuseum #HungarianFood #VolanbuszTravel #NatureWalks #CathedralHistory #RedGoldSpice #SlowTravel | |||
| Kalocsa Paprika Strings and Archdiocese History | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:13:29 | |
Bence explores the red gold harvest in Kalocsa, visiting the Paprika Museum and the Archbishop's Palace. He navigates the town's embroidery workshops, checks on festival preparations, and reflects on the rhythm of life in Bács-Kiskun. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 52 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kalocsa, Hungary. Places in this episode: Belváros, D’s Bistro, Paprika Museum, St. Stephen House, Érsekkert, Csajda-kert thermal bath, Cathedral Square, Kalocsa Cathedral. Covered: Paprika Culture, Residency Logistics, Local Dining, Historical Architecture, Banking Setup, Folk Art. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kalocsa #HungaryTravel #PaprikaHarvest #ArchdioceseOfKalocsa #FolkArtMuseum #DanubePlain #ExpatsInHungary #ResidencyVisa #GoulashRecipe #KimSchöffer #BankingInHungary #AutumnInHungary #TravelPodcast #BacsKiskun #EmbroideryArt #GemencForest #HungarianCulture #SlowTravel | |||
| Kalocsa Paprika Festival and the Red Gold Harvest | 20 Sep 2026 | 00:10:34 | |
Day two in Kalocsa. The paprika festival is underway, the streets are painted with new markings, and I navigate the town's red gold economy while sorting out local logistics. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 51 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kalocsa, Hungary. Places in this episode: Szent István király út, Szentháromság tér, D’s Bistro, Érsekkert, Paprika Museum, Judit Vendéglő, OTP Bank, Gemenc Forest. Covered: Paprika Harvest, Residency Logistics, Festival Atmosphere, Local Dining Costs, Banking Setup, Historical Landmarks. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kalocsa #HungaryTravel #PaprikaHarvest #RedGold #BacsKiskun #ExpatLife #ResidencyRegistration #FolkFestival #DanubePlain #GemencForest #BaroqueArchitecture #HungarianCuisine #EmbroideryArt #TravelPodcast #AutumnInHungary #WineAndPaprika #KalocsaCathedral #LocalCulture | |||
| Kalocsa Red Gold and the Danube Plain | 19 Sep 2026 | 00:13:01 | |
Bence arrives in Kalocsa from Villány, navigating the drive across the plain to settle into his new home. He explores the Paprika Museum, checks out the festival preparations in Érsekkert, and walks through the historic Cathedral Quarter. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 50 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kalocsa, Hungary. Places in this episode: Szent István király út, Villány, Baja, Zrínyi-lakótelep, OTP Bank, D’s Bistro, Szentháromság tér, Nagyboldogasszony-főszékesegyház. Covered: Relocation Logistics, Paprika Culture, Baroque Architecture, Festival Atmosphere, Dining Costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kalocsa #HungaryTravel #PaprikaHarvest #DanubePlain #BacsKiskun #ArchbishopPalace #FolkArt #ExpatLife #ResidencyJourney #FoodTourism #CathedralQuarter #ThermalBaths #CulturalHeritage #AutumnInHungary #TravelPodcast #LocalGuide #KitchenSink #RedGold | |||
| Final Villány Harvest Day and Cellar Shadows | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:10:11 | |
Bence spends his last full day in Villány, cycling the wine route past Szársomlyó, tasting reds at Bock Hotel Ermitage, and sorting banking logistics before heading to Budapest. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 49 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Baross Gábor utca, Ottó Panzió, Szársomlyó Hill, Templom-hegy lookout tower, Nagyharsány, Caffe&Pasta, Pincesor, Bock Hotel Ermitage. Covered: Wine Harvest, Banking Logistics, Local Dining Costs, Residency Registration, Cycling Routes, Historical Context. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillányWineRegion #HungaryTravelPodcast #WineHarvest2026 #LivingInHungary #BaranyaCounty #VillányRedWineFestival #HungarianCuisine #ExpatsInHungary #WineTastingTour #SzársomlyóHill #HungarianBanking #ResidencyRegistration #VillányCyling #Kékfrankos #VillányiFranc #HungarianHistory #TravelBudgetHungary #PodcastShowNotes | |||
| Last Day in Villány Harvest Sun and Cellar Shadows | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:11:28 | |
Bence spends his final full day in Villány, cycling the wine route past Szársomlyó, tasting reds at Bock Hotel Ermitage, and preparing to leave for the next leg of his Hungarian journey. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 48 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Baross Gábor utca, Pincesor, Caffe&Pasta, Szársomlyó, Templom-hegy lookout tower, Bock Hotel Ermitage, SAUSKA 48, Fülemüle Csárda. Covered: Final Day in Villány, Wine Tasting Costs, Banking Logistics, Local Dining Guide, Residency Registration, Cycling Routes. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillanyWineRegion #HungaryTravelPodcast #SzurszetHarvest #BaranyaCounty #ExpatsInHungary #ResidencyRegistration #WineTastingTour #Szar somlyoHiking #HungarianCuisine #BudgetTravelEurope #LivingInHungary #VillanyRedWine #TravelTipsHungary #LocalEatingGuide #TransitInHungary #CyclingVineyards #AutumnInHungary #HungarianHistory | |||
| Villány Harvest Sun and Cellar Shadows | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:09:17 | |
Day eight in Villány. The grape harvest is peaking, the Sváb music festival has passed, and I’m chasing the last golden light over Szársomlyó before the autumn chill sets in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 47 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Szársomlyó, Pincesor, Nagyharsány, Templom-hegy, Baross Gábor utca, Siklós, Pécs. Covered: Villány Wine Route Cycling, Local Dining Costs and Cuisine, Harvest Season Atmosphere, Residency and Banking Logistics, Sculpture Park Visit, Practical Travel Advice. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillányWine #HungaryTravel #SzüretHarvest #BaranyaCounty #CyclingHungary #WineTourism #TravelBudget #ExploreHungary #FoodieTravel #Viniculture #SiklósiVár #Szársomlyó #EasternEuropeTravel #GrapeHarvest #BenceKovácsPodcast #HungarianCuisine #Barangolás #WineAndDine | |||
| Villány Harvest Sun and Cellar Shadows | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:10:47 | |
Day seven in Villány. The grape harvest is in full swing, the air smells of crushed skins, and I navigate the Pincesor cellars before settling into a quiet evening meal. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 46 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Szársomlyó, Baross Gábor utca, Templom-hegyi kilátó, Rétesház & Kávézó, Pincesor, Bock Hotel Ermitage, Nagyharsány, Fülemüle Csárda. Covered: Grape Harvest Season, Wine Route Cycling, Cellar Tasting Experiences, Residency Registration Logistics, Banking for Expats, Local Dining Costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HungaryTravel #VillanyWine #SzuresHarvest #BaranyaCounty #HungarianFood #WineTourism #ExploreHungary #VillanyHungary #CyclingHungary #ExpatLife #ResidencyHungary #CentralEuropeTravel #WineCulture #HungarianLandscape #SlowTravel #FoodieHungary #HiddenGemsEU #TravelTips2026 | |||
| Villány Harvest Rain and Cellar Walls | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:09:45 | |
Day six in Villány brings a cool drizzle, the bustle of the grape harvest, and a deep dive into the region's red wines. I explore the Pincesor cellars, cycle through the hills, and reflect on the logistics of living here. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 45 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Bock Hotel Ermitage, Vitényi Pince, Panzió, Baross Gábor utca, Pincesor, Szársomlyó Hill, Templom-hegy, Siklós, Nagyharsány. Covered: Residency Registration, Banking Logistics, Wine Tasting, Local Costs, Cycling Routes, Traditional Cuisine. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HungaryTravel #VillányWine #SzüretHarvest #BaranyaCounty #HungarianFood #WineTourism #ExpatsInHungary #CyclingEurope #SiklósCastle #VillányiFranc #PörköltLover #HiddenGems #TravelTips #EuropeanWine #BaranyaLife #HungarianCulture #RainyDays #WineCellars | |||
| Villány Grape Harvest and Cellar Walls | 13 Sep 2026 | 00:10:56 | |
Day five in Villány. I ride the wine route to Szársomlyó, taste Kékfrankos at Bock Hotel Ermitage, and explore the Nagyharsány sculpture park while discussing residency logistics. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 44 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Halasi Pince Panzió, Baross Gábor utca, Rétesház & Kávézó, Bock Hotel Ermitage, Szársomlyó, Fülemüle Csárda, Nagyharsány, Caffe&Pasta. Covered: Villány Wine Route Cycling, Residency Registration Logistics, Banking for Expats, Szársomlyó Hill Views, Nagyharsány Sculpture Park, Daily Cost Breakdown. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillányWineRegion #HungaryTravelGuide #GrapeHarvest2026 #BaranyaCounty #SzársomlyóHiking #WineTourism #HungaryResidency #LocalCosts #CyclingEurope #NagyharsányArt #BockHotelErmitage #VillányRedWineFestival #ExploreHungary #WineAndDine #TravelTips #BudgetTravel #EuropeanCulture #AutumnInHungary | |||
| Villány Harvest Day and Sváb Music | 12 Sep 2026 | 00:09:09 | |
Day four in Villány. The grape harvest is in full swing, the Sváb Zenei Hétvége festival kicks off, and I explore the historic Pincesor cellar row while navigating local costs and residency logistics. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 43 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Baross Gábor utca, Pincesor, Bock Hotel Ermitage, Sárga Ház Borgerező és Bisztró, Nagyharsány, OTP Bank, Rendezvénytér, Siklós Castle. Covered: Grape Harvest Season, Swabian Cultural Festival, Cycling and Hiking Routes, Banking and Residency Logistics, Local Dining Costs, Historical Architecture. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillanyWineRegion #HungaryTravelPodcast #SzuresHarvest #BaranyaCounty #SvabZeneiHetvege #PincesorCellars #KekfrankosWine #SiklosCastle #NagyharsanyArt #HungaryCostOfLiving #DanubeSwabianCulture #VillanyFoodGuide #ExploreHungary #WineTourism #AutumnInHungary #LocalLifeVillany #BenceKovacs #TravelTipsHungary | |||
| Villány Harvest Rain and Cellar Walls | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:10:10 | |
Day three in Villány: rain on Szársomlyó, cycling the wine route, tasting Kékfrankos at Bock Hotel Ermitage, and navigating the Sváb Zenei Hétvége festival preparations. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Baross Gábor utca, Rétesház & Kávézó, Bock Hotel Ermitage, Pincesor, Nagyharsány, Siklós Castle, Fülemüle Csárda, OTP Bank. Covered: wine tasting, cycling, local cuisine, festival preparation, banking logistics, historical sites. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillányWine #HungaryTravel #BaranyaCounty #SzürkeBarát #Kékfrankos #WineHarvest #HungarianCuisine #TravelPodcast #ExploreHungary #VillányLife #EuropeanWine #AutumnInHungary #CyclingEurope #HiddenGems #LocalCulture #FoodieTravel #HistoryBuff #NatureWalks | |||
| Villány Grape Harvest and Cellar Hops Day Two | 10 Sep 2026 | 00:12:12 | |
Bence explores the early grape harvest in Villány, cycling the wine route, visiting real cellars, and navigating the practicalities of settling into Baranya County during szüret season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Szársomlyó, Baross Gábor utca, Pincesor, Caffe&Pasta, Fülemüle Csárda, Siklós, Kisharsány, Nagyharsány. Covered: Grape Harvest Atmosphere, Wine Route Cycling, Cellar Tasting Experiences, Residency and Banking Logistics, Festival Anticipation, Daily Costs in Villány. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillanyWineRegion #HungaryTravelPodcast #SzurcetSeason #BaranyaCounty #VillanyFoodScene #ExpatsInHungary #WineTourism #CyclingHungary #ResidencyTips #HungarianCulture #SmallTownLife #AutumnInHungary #LocalEats #CellarTasting #VillanyFestival #TravelBudget #ExploreHungary #PodcastAdventure | |||
| Villány Arrival Grape Harvest and Cellar Hops | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:11:35 | |
Bence moves from Pécs to Villány for the grape harvest. We explore the Baross Gábor utca wine row, visit a local cellar, and discuss the logistics of settling in southern Hungary. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 40 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Villány, Hungary. Places in this episode: Baross Gábor utca, SAUSKA 48, Szársomlyó, Templom-hegy lookout tower, OTP Bank, Fülemüle Csárda, Pécs, Mecsek. Covered: Villány wine tourism, residency registration logistics, daily costs and budgeting, grape harvest season atmosphere, local dining experiences, transportation and settlement. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #VillányWine #HungaryTravel #GrapeHarvest #BaranyaCounty #WineTourism #LivingInHungary #Szüret2026 #VillányRed #Kékfrankos #TravelBudget #HungarianFood #OutdoorAdventure #CulturalImmersion #ResidencyTips #EasternEurope #WineCountry #AutumnInHungary #LocalLife | |||
| Last Days in Pécs: Festivals, Rain, and The Last Walk | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:12:57 | |
Bence spends his final full day in Pécs before moving on. He navigates the PécsLIT festival opening, dodges road closures, hikes Misina Hill for one last view, and reflects on the city's layered history and affordable lifestyle. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 39 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Széchenyi tér, Block Coffee Room, Király utca, Zsolnay Fountain, Tudásközpont, Cathedral Quarter, Cella Septichora, Sziklási dűlő junction. Covered: PécsLIT Festival, Mecsek Hiking, Local Dining Costs, City Transit & Registration, Ottoman & Christian Heritage, Wine Harvest Season. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PecsTravel #HungaryAutumn #ZsolnayQuarter #MecsekHiking #VillanyWine #PecsLIT #EarlyChristianNecropolis #MosqueChurchPecs #CostOfLivingHungary #TransitInPecs #OpArtVasarely #BaranyaCounty #HungarianFood #GoulashSoup #MisinaHillView #UrbanExploration #DigitalNomadHungary #ResidencyRegistration | |||
| Pécs Final Day: Festivals, Rain, and The Last Walk | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:11:13 | |
Bence spends his last full day in Pécs navigating the PécsLIT festival, dodging road closures, and enjoying the autumn hinge before moving on. A look at city costs, culture, and the end of an era. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 38 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Széchenyi tér, Mosque Church, Block Coffee Room, Cella Septichora, Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, Balkán Bisztró, Misina Hill, Palatinus Boutique Hotel. Covered: PécsLIT festival, Mecsek hiking, Zsolnay porcelain, daily costs in Pécs, residency logistics. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PécsTravel #HungaryAutumn #ZsolnayQuarter #MecsekHiking #PécsLIT2026 #EarlyChristianNecropolis #BaranyaCounty #HungaryCostOfLiving #VisitHungary #UniversityCityLife #OttomanArchitecture #WineHarvestVillany #TravelPodcast #ExpatInHungary #BudapestAlternatives #CulturalHeritage #SustainableTravel #HungarianFood | |||
| Pécs Autumn: Zsolnay Tiles and Mecsek Forests | 06 Sep 2026 | 00:09:23 | |
Bence explores the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, hikes Misina Hill in the Mecsek, and enjoys affordable local food, while reflecting on the city's history and practical costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 37 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Széchenyi tér, Pécs Cathedral, Next Step Coffee, Mecsek Hills, Misina Hill, Orfű reservoir lakes, Uránváros, Király utca. Covered: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter visit, Misina Hill hiking, Local dining costs, Transit and Banking, Wine Tourism Planning, University city atmosphere. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PecsTravel #HungaryAutumn #ZsolnayQuarter #MecsekHiking #VillanyWine #BudgetTravelHungary #UNESCOHeritage #CathedralQuarter #HungarianFood #OpArt #Vasarely #ExpatsInHungary #BaranyaCounty #TravelPodcast #BenceKovacs #HungaryLife #MediterraneanClimate #SustainableTravel | |||
| Pecs Cathedral Quarter and Zsolnay Tilework | 05 Sep 2026 | 00:11:02 | |
Bence explores the layered history of Pécs, from the UNESCO necropolis to the vibrant Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, while navigating daily life costs and the city's artistic soul. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 36 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Széchenyi tér, Szent Péter és Pál székesegyház, Next Step Coffee, Mosque of Pasha Qasim, Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, JPM Zsolnay Museum, Misina Hill, Csontváry Museum. Covered: Cathedral Quarter architecture, Zsolnay Cultural Quarter visit, Misina Hill hiking, Museum tours (Csontvary/Vasarely), Daily cost breakdown, Residency registration update. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PecsHungary #ZsolnayPorcelain #MecsekHiking #TravelBudget #UNESCOPecs #VillanyWine #HungaryLife #CathedralQuarter #StudentCity #AutumnInHungary #LocalCosts #BaranyaCounty #OpArt #OttomanHistory #CoffeeCulture #PublicTransport #ResidencyTips #HiddenGems | |||
| Pécs Autumn: Zsolnay Tiles and Villány Harvest | 04 Sep 2026 | 00:12:18 | |
Day five in Pécs. I explore the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, plan a trip to the Villány wine region for the grape harvest, and discuss banking logistics with OTP Bank. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 35 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, OTP Bank, Széchenyi tér, Mosque of Pasha Qasim, Next Step Coffee, Pécs Cathedral, Kiraly utca, Csontváry Museum. Covered: Zsolnay porcelain culture, banking and residency registration, Villány wine tourism, daily costs and budgeting, university city atmosphere. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PécsHungary #ZsolnayQuarter #VillányWineRegion #MecsekHills #HungaryTravel #BudgetTravelEurope #WineHarvest2026 #UNESCOHeritage #DigitalNomadHungary #ExpatsInHungary #CulturalQuarter #OpArt #OttomanArchitecture #StudentCityLife #BaranyaCounty #LocalBankingTips #SustainableTravel #AutumnInHungary | |||
| Pécs Day Four: Vasarely, Villány, and the Autumn Shift | 03 Sep 2026 | 00:09:55 | |
Bence explores the op-art legacy of Victor Vasarely, plans a trip to the Villány wine region for the start of harvest season, and navigates the practicalities of banking and transit in Pécs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 34 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Victor Vasarely Museum, Next Step Coffee, Misina Hill, Balkán Bisztró, Széchenyi Square, Szent Péter és Pál székesegyház, Mosque of Pasha Qasim, OTP Bank. Covered: Museums and Art, Hiking and Nature, Local Costs and Dining, Transit and Banking, Wine Tourism Planning. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PecsHungary #VictorVasarely #MecsekHills #VillanyWineRegion #HungarianFood #TravelOnABudget #ExpatsInHungary #UrbanExploration #OpArt #OttomanArchitecture #PublicTransport #CoffeeCulture #AutumnInEurope #SoloTravel #CulturalHeritage #BaranyaCounty #HungarianLife #TravelTips | |||
| Pecs Day Three: Necropolis, Zsolnay, and Autumn Wine | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:09:16 | |
Bence explores the 1700-year-old Early Christian Necropolis, hunts for Zsolnay porcelain in the Cultural Quarter, and plans a trip to the Villány wine region as autumn arrives in Pécs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 33 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Széchenyi tér, Mosque Church, Early Christian Necropolis, Cella Septichora, Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, JPM Zsolnay Museum, Balkán Bisztró, Next Step Coffee. Covered: UNESCO heritage sites, Zsolnay porcelain culture, Mecsek nature walks, local dining costs, wine tourism planning, student city atmosphere. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PecsTravel #HungaryAutumn #ZsolnayPorcelain #VillanyWineRegion #MecsekHiking #UNESCOPecs #HungaryCostOfLiving #StudentLifePecs #EarlyChristianNecropolis #BaranyaCounty #HungarianFood #PecsCityGuide #TravelHungary2026 #WineHarvest #MuseumHopping #UrbanExploration #CentralEuropeTravel #SlowTravel | |||
| Pécs Autumn: Zsolnay Tiles and Mecsek Forests | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:10:06 | |
Day two in Pécs explores the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, a hike up Misina Hill in the Mecsek, and the city's unique blend of Roman, Ottoman, and university life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 32 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, Next Step Coffee, Csontváry Museum, Victor Vasarely Museum, Széchenyi tér, Nádor Galéria, Balkán Bisztró, Misina Hill. Covered: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, Mecsek hiking, local dining costs, Pécs history layers, student life in Pécs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PecsHungary #ZsolnayQuarter #MecsekHills #TravelHungary #BudgetTravel #HungarianFood #UNESCO #UniversityCity #HikingTrails #WineHarvest #OttomanHistory #RomanRuins #CostOfLiving #DigitalNomad #EuropeOnABudget #BaranyaCounty #AutumnInHungary #LocalLife | |||
| Pécs Arrival: Romans, Mosques, and Zsolnay | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:10:08 | |
Bence moves to Pécs, exploring the UNESCO Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque Church, and the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, with practical tips on settling in and costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Pécs, Hungary. Places in this episode: Belváros, Király utca, Kormányablak, Soul Kitchen, Széchenyi tér, Mosque Church, Cella Septichora, Misina. Covered: Moving and settling in Pécs, Exploring the UNESCO Necropolis and other sights, Cost of living and practical registration, Mecsek hiking and city views, Local food and wine culture. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Pecs #Hungary #PecsTravel #HungaryTravel #UNESCO #EarlyChristianNecropolis #Zsolnay #Mecsek #Misina #Villany #Szuret #TravelPodcast #HungaryAdventure #Sopianae #RomanHistory #OttomanHistory #CafeFrei #SoulKitchen | |||
| Kőszeg's Rainy Farewell and the Book of Vine-Shoots | 30 Aug 2026 | 00:08:41 | |
On his final day in Kőszeg, Bence revisits the Zwinger's Book of Vine-Shoots, enjoys a last pörkölt at Kék Huszár, and hikes to the Óház lookout amid overcast skies. A quiet reflection on the town's honesty tills, wine heritage, and the costs of a slow life in this borderland. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: Jurisics Castle, Zwinger, Heroes' Gate, General's House, Pausetta, Kék Huszár Vendéglő, Golden Unicorn Pharmacy Museum, Óház lookout. Covered: Rainy day itinerary, Local cuisine and food, Museum visit, Hiking and nature, Town atmosphere and costs, Practical info for residents. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kőszeg #HungaryTravel #VasCounty #HiddenHungary #JurisicsCastle #BookOfVineShoots #GoldenUnicornPharmacy #OhazLookout #KekHuszar #Boszorkánykonyha #HonestyTills #HungarianWine #AutumnInHungary #SlowTravel #TravelPodcast #OffTheBeatenPath #KoszegDiaries | |||
| Last Day in Kőszeg: Rain, Wine, and Quiet Farewells | 29 Aug 2026 | 00:08:59 | |
On his final day in Kőszeg, Bence embraces a thunderstorm, explores the town's honesty tills and wine cellars, and reflects on the practical costs of slow travel. He closes with a hearty lunch at Kék Huszár, a final hike, and a bittersweet goodbye to this borderland gem. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 29 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: Arany Strucc Cukrászda, Kék Huszár Vendéglő, Manuel Coffe, Boszorkánykonyha, Fő tér, Várkör, Kőszegfalva, Óház-kilátó. Covered: Rural town character, Local cuisine, Historical architecture, Wine culture, Practical costs, Farewell reflection. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kőszeg #HungaryTravel #VasCounty #JurisicsCastle #KőszegHills #HonestyTills #HungarianWine #Kékfrankos #HistoricTown #TravelHungary #SlowTravel #KőszegGuide #WineRegion #BaroqueTown #HungarianFood #BorderTown #Transdanubia #Hungary2026 | |||
| Bloody Church, Bells, and the Quiet Heart of Kőszeg | 28 Aug 2026 | 00:09:29 | |
On day five in Kőszeg, Bence takes a slow morning through the old town's hidden corners — the Bloody Church, the Heroes' Gate panorama, and a quiet coffee at a local spot — before an afternoon of honest prices and a simple dinner. Practical notes on costs, SIM cards, and why this small town feels like a different country from Budapest. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 28 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: St. James Church, St. Emeric Church, Heroes' Gate, Kék Huszár Vendéglő, Pausetta, Jurisics Castle, Óház lookout, Cáki Pincesor. Covered: Local architecture and churches, Local food costs and dining, Practical info SIM and banking, Town atmosphere and character, Wine culture and cellars. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Koszeg #KoszegHungary #HungaryTravel #HungaryTrip #SlowTravel #HiddenHungary #VasCounty #JurisicsCastle #HeroesGate #BloodyChurch #HonestyTills #HungarianWine #KoszegHills #Transdanubia #TravelHike #CastleTour #OldTown #TravelPodcast | |||
| Kőszeg's Honesty Tills and Harvest Wine | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:08:35 | |
On his fourth day in Kőszeg, Bence explores the town's famous honesty tills, visits the Golden Unicorn Pharmacy Museum, and hikes to the Óház lookout tower for panoramic views of the Kőszeg Hills. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: Jurisics tér, Golden Unicorn Pharmacy Museum, Fő tér, Ibrahim Cafe and Restaurant, Óház lookout, Írottkő massif, Borarium, Boszorkánykonyha. Covered: Local customs and trust, Museum visit, Hiking and nature, Food and wine, Practical costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kőszeg #HungaryTravel #HiddenHungary #KőszegHills #HonestyTills #HungarianWine #VasCounty #WesternHungary #KoszegOldTown #HungarianHistory #TravelPodcast #WineHarvest #ÓházLookout #HungaryOffTheBeatenPath #EuropeanSummer #SlowTravel | |||
| Kőszeg Hills: Castles, Caves, and the Highest Point | 26 Aug 2026 | 00:09:02 | |
Bence hikes the Kőszeg Hills to the highest point of Transdanubia, explores the cave system of the Írottkő Nature Park, and visits the cross-border Burg Lockenhaus, with a focus on local costs and practical travel tips for the area. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 26 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: Heroes' Gate, Írottkő, Hétforrás, Burg Lockenhaus, Golden Unicorn Pharmacy Museum, Boszorkánykonyha, Szombathely. Covered: Hiking, Cross-border trip, Castle, Cave visit, Practical costs, Local history. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kőszeg #KőszegHills #Írottkő #Transdanubia #HungaryTravel #HikingHungary #BlueTrail #Lockenhaus #Castle #PharmacyMuseum #HungarianWine #Kékfrankos #BorderTown #VasCounty #NaturePark #DayTrip #HungarianHistory | |||
| Kőszeg's Wine Cellars and the Book of Vine-Shoots | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:08:23 | |
On day two in Kőszeg, Bence explores the town's historic wine cellars, discovers the 1740 Book of Vine-shoots, and hikes up to the Óház lookout tower. He also samples local wines at Borarium and reflects on the town's honest tills and autumn harvest season. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 25 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: Cáki Pincesor, Borarium, Óház-kilátó, Boszorkánykonyha, Kék Huszár Vendéglő, Bécsikapu Étterem, Benedict Hotel, Zwinger. Covered: Wine culture and cellars, Local history and archives, Hiking and nature, Food and dining, Town atmosphere and costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Kőszeg #KoszegTravel #HungaryTravel #WineTasting #WineCellars #HungarianWine #VasCounty #HiddenHungary #TravelPodcast #HarvestSeason #BaroqueTown #CastleTown #HikingTrails #Írottkő #Borarium #JurisicsCastle | |||
| Kőszeg: Bells, Siege, and the Highest Hill | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:08:51 | |
Bence moves from the Őrség to Kőszeg, exploring the 1532 siege legacy, the baroque old town, hiking Írottkő, and tasting local wine. Practical costs and the everyday rhythm of a Hungarian border town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 24 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Kőszeg, Hungary. Places in this episode: Jurisics Square, Jurisics Castle, Heroes' Gate, St. James Church, St. Emeric Church, Golden Unicorn Pharmacy Museum, Benedict Hotel, Kék Huszár Vendéglő. Covered: Siege of 1532 and Jurisics legacy, Baroque old town and landmarks, Hiking Írottkő and cross-border nature, Local food and wine culture, Cost of living in a Hungarian border town, Practical travel logistics and transit. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Koszeg #HungaryTravel #JurisicsCastle #WesternHungary #IrottkoHike #KoszegOldTown #HungarianHistory #TravelVlog #BorderTown #HungarianWine #GoldenUnicornPharmacy #KoszegCastle #AutumnInHungary #VasCounty #HungarianFood #SlowTravel #MedievalHungary | |||
| Pumpkin Oil, Porcini, and a Quiet Farewell | 23 Aug 2026 | 00:08:46 | |
On his last day in Őriszentpéter, Bence forages for porcini, savors a final buffet at Bognár Étterem, and reflects on the quiet rhythm of the Őrség before heading south. Plus practical notes on costs, from guesthouse nights to pumpkin seed oil. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 23 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Rezgőnyár study trail, Őrségi Vásár, Szikszai Edit local history museum, Bognár Étterem, Őri Art Café, Pityerszer open-air museum, Hétrétország, Siskaszer. Covered: Mushroom foraging, Local cuisine, Folk architecture, Market and crafts, Practical costs, Farewell reflection. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Őriszentpéter #Őrség #HungaryTravel #SlowTravel #MushroomForaging #PumpkinSeedOil #Pityerszer #BognárÉtterem #Rezgőnyár #Szalafő #HungarianFood #RuralHungary #TravelHungary #HiddenHungary #AutumnHarvest #VasCounty | |||
| Last Day in the Őrség: Mushroom Hunting and Quiet Goodbyes | 22 Aug 2026 | 00:07:46 | |
On his final full day in Őriszentpéter, Bence hunts for porcini in the forest, enjoys one last buffet at Bognár Étterem, and reflects on the quiet rhythm of the borderland as he prepares to move on toward the autumn wine and paprika harvests of western Hungary. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 22 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Siskaszer, Kovácsszer, Bognár Étterem, Templomszer, St. Peter's Church, Fecskefészek Vendégház, Zala river, Hétrétország. Covered: Mushroom foraging and forest walks, Local cuisine and food costs, Practical travel info and costs, Reflection and farewell, Historical architecture. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Őriszentpéter #ŐrségNemzetiPark #HungaryTravel #MushroomForaging #BognárÉtterem #SlowTravel #Őrség #PumpkinSeedOil #VasCounty #HungarianFood #FecskefészekVendégház #HiddenHungary #RuralHungary #ForagingHungary #TravelHungary #Borderland | |||
| Rain, Ruin Bars, and the Best Mushroom Soup in the Őrség | 21 Aug 2026 | 00:09:36 | |
Day six in Őriszentpéter: a thunderstorm rolls in, so I take shelter at the Bognár Étterem buffet, explore the ruined Pityerszer farmsteads, and reflect on the quiet power of the borderland. Plus practical notes on local costs and staying safe in the woods. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 21 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Bognár Étterem, Szalafő–Pityerszer Open-Air Museum, Városszer, Siskaszer, Templomszer, St. Peter's Church, Rezgőnyár study trail, Őri Art Café. Covered: Rainy day itinerary, Folk architecture, Local cuisine and food, Regional history, Daily costs and practicalities. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Orseg #Oriszentpeter #HungaryTravel #HiddenHungary #OrsegNationalPark #Pityerszer #SlowTravel #HungarianFood #Varganyaleves #Dodolle #RainyDayTravel #FolkArchitecture #RuralHungary #Szalafo #PumpkinSeedOil #SummerInHungary #TravelPodcast #MushroomSeason | |||
| State Foundation Day in the Őrség Borderland | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:08:15 | |
Bence spends Hungary's State Foundation Day in Őriszentpéter, joining a village picnic, tasting local dödölle and pumpkin seed oil, and reflecting on what the national holiday means in a quiet borderland. He also sorts out the practical paperwork for a longer stay, from registration to banking. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 20 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: SPAR market, Őri Art Café, Templomszer, St. Peter's Church, Kovácsszer, Bognár Étterem, Fecskefészek Vendégház, Őrségi Nemzeti Park. Covered: State Foundation Day observation, Local holiday food culture, Long-stay bureaucracy, National park evening walk. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #HungaryTravel #Őriszentpéter #ŐrségNationalPark #StateFoundationDay #HungarianFood #Dödölle #PumpkinSeedOil #SlowTravel #RuralHungary #HungarianCulture #TravelGuide #BognárÉtterem #VasCounty #HungaryHistory #LivingInHungary #ExpatLife #August20 | |||
| The Eve of State Foundation Day in the Őrség | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:08:22 | |
Bence spends the day before Hungary's State Foundation Day exploring the szerek of Őriszentpéter, from the Árpád-era church to a contemporary art event, and reflects on what this quiet borderland holiday means. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 19 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Templomszer, Kovácsszer, Siskaszer, Szikszai Edit Local History and Ethnographic Collection, Őrség National Park Visitor Centre, Rezgőnyár study trail, Fecskefészek Vendégház, Hétrétország. Covered: State Foundation Day preparations, Őrség National Park, Local cuisine, Art and folk music event, Historical architecture, Rural holiday atmosphere. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Oriszentpeter #Orseg #OrsegNationalPark #StateFoundationDay #HungaryTravel #Hungary #Magyarorszag #VasCounty #Dodolle #Porkolt #Pityerszer #NationalBlueTrail #HikingHungary #MushroomForaging #FolkMusic #RuralHungary #HungarianFood | |||
| Bison, Bogs, and the Blue Trail in the Őrség | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:08:07 | |
Bence spends a golden day exploring the Körtike nature trail to spot European bison, visits the Szöce peat bog, and gears up for a state foundation day feast. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 18 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Fecskefészek Vendégház Őriszentpéter, Körtike nature trail, Őrség National Park Visitor Centre, Szöce peat bog, Lápok Háza, Bognár Étterem, Templomszer, St. Peter's Church. Covered: Bison watching and wildlife, Peat bog and wetland environment, Hiking and nature trails, Local cuisine and dining, Historical churches and local heritage, Rural village life and costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Őrség #Hungary #NationalPark #BisonWatching #PeatBog #Őriszentpéter #TravelDiaries #NatureWalks #SlowTravel #HungarianFood #Dödölle #StateFoundationDay #Szekesfehervar #Magyar #EcoTourism #Wildlife #Boardwalk #HiddenHungary | |||
| Mushroom Soup, Wooden Towers, and the Quiet | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:10:41 | |
Day two in Őriszentpéter: exploring the szerek, a visit to Szalafő's Pityerszer folk architecture, mushroom foraging, and a taste of the region's famous dödölle and pumpkin seed oil. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 17 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Városszer, Siskaszer, Templomszer, Kovácsszer, St. Peter's Church, Őrség National Park Visitor Centre, Rezgőnyár Study Trail, Őri Art Café. Covered: Őrség National Park, Local food and cuisine, Folk architecture and history, Daily costs and practicalities, Outdoor activities and cycling. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Őriszentpéter #ŐrségNationalPark #HungaryTravel #Szalafő #Pityerszer #FolkArchitecture #MushroomForaging #Vargánya #Dödölle #PumpkinSeedOil #SlowTravel #HungarianCountryside #VasCounty #CyclingHungary #NationalBlueTrail #HungarianFood #OffTheBeatenPath | |||
| Őrség Arrival: Mushrooms and Wooden Bell Towers | 16 Aug 2026 | 00:08:23 | |
Bence moves from Balatonfüred to Őriszentpéter, exploring the Őrség National Park's quiet forests, 'szer' villages, and local food. He hikes the Körtike nature trail, visits the Pityerszer folk museum, and settles into the rhythm of Hungary's western borderland. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 16 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Őriszentpéter, Hungary. Places in this episode: Templomszer, Siskaszer, Kovácsszer, Városszer, Keserűszer, Baksaszer, Őrségi Fecskefészek Vendégház, Bognár Étterem. Covered: Őrség National Park, Local food and costs, Folk architecture, History of border guards, Practical travel info, Cycling and hiking. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Őrség #Őriszentpéter #HungaryTravel #NationalPark #VasCounty #HungarianFood #PumpkinSeedOil #Dödölle #Vargányaleves #FolkArchitecture #Pityerszer #Szalafő #KörtikeTrail #ZalaRiver #SlowTravel #MushroomSeason #StateFoundationDay #Balatonfüred | |||
| Farewell to Balatonfüred and a Feast for the Senses | 15 Aug 2026 | 00:09:00 | |
On his last day in Balatonfüred, Bence takes a final swim, wanders the Siske district, and enjoys a lakeside lunch before the Wine Weeks wind down. He reflects on the lake's changing moods and the town's enduring charm, with practical notes on costs and the upcoming State Foundation Day. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 15 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Kisfaludy beach, Pazar Coffee Company, Siske district, Koloska Valley, Janus Xantos Lookout, Csirkefogó Bisztró, Tagore Promenade, DOCK Bistro. Covered: Lake Balaton, Hungarian wine, Local districts, Food and costs, Practical registration, Reflection. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfüred #LakeBalaton #HungaryTravel #WineWeeks #HungarianWine #SailingHungary #Fogas #PikePerch #HungarianFood #Lecso #TagorePromenade #SiskeVillage #KossuthSpring #HungarianSummer #StateFoundationDay #TravelHungary | |||
| Wine Weeks, Warm Waves, and a Quiet Evening | 14 Aug 2026 | 00:08:32 | |
On his last full day in Balatonfüred, Bence takes a final swim in the warm lake, explores the Blaha Lujza street old town, and enjoys the Wine Weeks festival on the Tagore Promenade one last time before heading to Budapest for State Foundation Day. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Kisfaludy beach, Loom Café & Co., Jókai Mór utca, Blaha Lujza utca, Mór Jókai Memorial House, Kerektemplom, Arács, Arácsi utca market. Covered: Lake Balaton swimming, Wine tasting, Local districts, Food and costs, Festival. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfüred #LakeBalaton #HungaryTravel #WineWeeks #Olaszrizling #Keknyelu #TagorePromenade #HungarianSea #SummerInHungary #BalatonTravel #PikePerch #Fogas #TravelPodcast #HungaryPodcast #VisitHungary #BalatonfüredBlog | |||
| Low Water, Loud Nights and a Big Swim | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:10:08 | |
Day six in Balatonfüred: Bence takes an early swim in the warm lake, navigates the Wine Weeks with a local's eye for value, and watches the town gear up for State Foundation Day. Plus, a practical guide to costs, from lángos to pike-perch, and how to live like a local at the Hungarian Sea. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 13 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Kisfaludy beach, Tagore Promenade, Pazar Coffee Company, Pastel Guesthouse, Vitorlázeum, Halászkert Restaurant, Siske district, Loom Café & Co.. Covered: Lake Balaton swimming, Balatonfüred Wine Weeks, Sailing culture, Local districts, Food and costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfured #LakeBalaton #HungaryTravel #Balaton #WineWeeks #HungarianWine #Sailing #KekSzalag #TagoreSetany #Siske #Fogas #Olaszrizling #Csopak #BalatonUplands #SummerInHungary #TravelPodcast #HungarianCuisine #BalatonfuredWineWeeks | |||
| The Wine Weeks, a Wild Swim, and the Lake's Last Heat | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:10:23 | |
Day five in Balatonfüred: a morning swim in the warm lake, a deep dive into the Wine Weeks festival on the Tagore Promenade, and an evening of sailing stories. Bence gets practical about beach costs, the town's cardiac heritage, and the countdown to State Foundation Day. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 12 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Tagore Promenade, Csirkefogó Bisztró, Vitorlázeum, Larus Café Bar, Babi Guest House, Kossuth Lajos utca, Siske, Tihany. Covered: Wine tasting, Lake swimming, Sailing history, Beach food economics, State Foundation Day anticipation, Balatonfüred local dining. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfured #LakeBalaton #HungarianWine #WineWeeks #TagorePromenade #Fogas #PikePerch #SailingHistory #Kekszalag #Csopak #Olaszrizling #HungaryTravel #VisitHungary #BalatonUplands #SummerInHungary | |||
| Low Water, Loud Nights and a Big Swim | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:10:06 | |
Day four in Balatonfüred: an early swim at Esterházy Beach, the low water and what it means, a beach lunch that costs more than you'd think, coffee at Pazar, and an evening of sailing championship buzz and mosquito-spraying prep before the State Foundation Day build-up. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Esterházy Beach, Kisfaludy Beach, Tagore Promenade, Pazar Coffee Company, Vitorlázeum, Hokedli bisztró, Tihany. Covered: Balatonfüred daily life, Lake Balaton beaches, Hungarian sailing culture, Wine Weeks festival, Local food and costs, Lake level concerns, Mosquito spraying. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfüred #LakeBalaton #HungaryTravel #BalatonSummer #WineWeeks #HungarianWine #Olaszrizling #SailingHungary #Kékszalag #Fogas #PikePerch #BalatonUplands #HungarianFood #StateFoundationDay #TravelPodcast | |||
| The Ferry to Tihany, Abbots and Lavender | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:08:38 | |
Day three in Balatonfüred: Bence takes the ferry across the lake to Tihany, climbs to the abbey for the famous panorama, and explores the lavender fields and the echo. Back on the north shore, he checks out the Wine Weeks, enjoys a lakeside lunch, and reflects on the low water level and the upcoming State Foundation Day. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Balatonfüred Pier, Tihany, Tihanyi Bencés Apátság, Tagore Promenade, Halászkert Restaurant, Babi Guest House, Gyógy tér, Kossuth Spring. Covered: Tihany Abbey and Peninsula, Lake Balaton Ferry Crossing, Wine Weeks, Pike-perch Dining, Low Water Levels, Local Festivals and Notices. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #LakeBalaton #Tihany #Balatonfüred #HungaryTravel #HungarianWine #Olaszrizling #TihanyAbbey #LavenderFields #TravelPodcast #Hungary #BalatonUplands #Sailing #Kekszalag #HungarianFood #Fogas #Lakos #WineWeeks #NationalPark | |||
| Sailing, Wine, and Low Water at Lake Balaton | 09 Aug 2026 | 00:10:42 | |
Day two in Balatonfüred: the big-boat championship fills the lake, the Wine Weeks turn the promenade into an open-air tasting, and the low water level has everyone talking. Bence learns to tell a Kékszalag from a kormorán, sips Olaszrizling, and eats pike-perch by the shore. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 9 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Vitorlázeum, Tagore Promenade, Csirkefogó Bisztró, Esterházy strand, Kerektemplom, Jókai Mór House, Pazar Coffee Company, Halászkert Restaurant. Covered: Sailing culture and Kékszalag history, Wine tasting and local varieties, Lake Balaton environmental changes, Food costs at the lake, Historical sites in Balatonfüred. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfüred #LakeBalaton #Kékszalag #SailingHungary #WineWeeks #Olaszrizling #HungarianWine #BalatonfüredCsopak #PikePerch #Fogas #Tihany #HungarianSea #TravelHungary #HungaryPodcast #BalatonUplands #LowWaterLevel #SustainableTravel | |||
| Lake Balaton Summer, Wine and Sailing | 08 Aug 2026 | 00:09:12 | |
Bence arrives in Balatonfüred for a summer by the Hungarian Sea. He explores the Tagore Promenade, tastes Olaszrizling at the Wine Weeks, and watches the sailing regatta, with practical tips on costs, beaches and the lake's low water. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 8 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Places in this episode: Budapest Déli station, Balatonfüred station, Pastel Guesthouse, Tagore Promenade, Kisfaludy beach, Esterházy strand, Mór Jókai Memorial House, State Hospital of Cardiology. Covered: Lake Balaton, Hungarian wine, Sailing regatta, History and culture, Practical travel costs. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Balatonfured #LakeBalaton #HungarianSea #TagorePromenade #WineWeeks #Kekszalag #Sailing #Olaszrizling #Langos #HungaryTravel #BalatonUplands #SummerInHungary #TravelHungary #HungarianWine #BalatonfuredTrip #TihanyPeninsula #HungarianSummer | |||
| Packing Up Pest, Goulash and a Farewell Bath | 07 Aug 2026 | 00:08:41 | |
Bence spends his final full day in Budapest before heading west. He tackles the last bits of admin, hunts down a proper goulash lunch, soaks in the Széchenyi one more time, and takes a sunset walk to the Chain Bridge to say a proper goodbye to the city. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 7 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Budapest, Hungary. Places in this episode: Madal Cafe, Hell's Kitchen – Hungarian Restaurant, Széchenyi Gyógyfürdő, District XII – Hegyvidék, Chain Bridge, Szimpla Kert, District XIII. Covered: budapest food, thermal baths, apartment hunting, farewell, local culture, cost of living. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Budapest #Hungary #BudapestTravel #HungaryTravel #SzechenyiBath #ThermalBath #Goulash #Gulyás #ChainBridge #Danube #RuinBar #SzimplaKert #DistrictXII #BudaHills #DigitalNomad #SlowTravel #BudapestGuide | |||
| Last Day in Budapest, First Step to Home | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:08:35 | |
On his final day in Budapest before moving on, Bence ties up loose ends, savors a last thermal soak, and reflects on the city's rhythm, costs, and the road ahead. A bittersweet farewell to the capital that's starting to feel like home. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 6 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Budapest, Hungary. Places in this episode: District XIII, Carlton Hotel Buda Castle, Lukács Thermal Bath, Fat Mama, OTP Bank, Heroes' Square, Vajdahunyad Castle, Fisherman's Bastion. Covered: Last day in Budapest, Thermal bath visit, Bank account opening, Farewell walk, Costs and practical tips, Preparing to leave the city. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Budapest #BudapestTravel #Hungary #HungaryTravel #ThermalBaths #RuinBars #SzimplaKert #FishermansBastion #OTPBank #ShoesOnTheDanube #BudapestGuide #DigitalNomad #ExpatLife #TravelEurope #SummerInBudapest | |||
| Buda Hills, Cave Cool and a River at Night | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:09:05 | |
Bence escapes the August heat by hiking the Buda Hills, cooling off in a cave system and a thermal bath, then enjoying a quiet evening by the Danube. Along the way he shares costs for a coffee, a taxi, and a day of practical Budapest living. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Hungary: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Hungary guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 5 of Hungary Travel Podcast with Bence Kovács. Bence Kovács is in Budapest, Hungary. Places in this episode: Buda Hills, Normafa, Pál-völgyi cave system, Lukács fürdő, Mantra Specialty Coffee Minibar, Andrássy út, Chain Bridge, Fisherman's Bastion. Covered: Buda Hills hiking, Cave exploring, Thermal bath culture, Ruin bar dining, Danube river evening walk, Budget and costs for a day. Chapters: A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Budapest #BudapestTravel #Hungary #HungaryTravel #BudaHills #Normafa #PalVolgyiCave #LukacsFurdo #ThermalBath #RuinBar #MazelTov #ChainBridge #Danube #TravelEurope #HeatwaveTravel #BudapestFood #SmallTownLife | |||