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Bálna Budapest

Bálna Budapest

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Bálna Budapest

Name: Bálna Budapest
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Location: Budapest, Hungary

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1. Szabadság híd loop from Boráros tér

11.4km

03:03

130m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Bálna Budapest – Bálna Budapest loop from Kálvin tér

6.68km

01:43

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Margaret Island (Margitsziget) – Hungarian Parliament Building loop from Kossuth Lajos tér

11.5km

02:59

80m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Holger

May 15, 2024

The Whale (Bálna) lies next to the Danube, between two brick halls shining on the bank, a very chic architectural highlight.
Bálna is a cultural, gastronomic and commercial center, right on the banks of the Danube in Pest. The Dutch architect Kas Oosterhuis and the architectural firm Ilona Lénárd drew up the plans for a new building that connects two of the four warehouse buildings with an atrium and at the same time extends them with a glass shell parallel to the Danube bank in the shape of a whale. It opened in 2013.

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PeterStar

April 30, 2025

Bálna, which means "whale" in Hungarian, is a modern and unique cultural and shopping center in Budapest. Located on the Danube River near the Petőfi Bridge, it is instantly recognizable for its unusual architecture. The building resembles a giant whale or shell, hence the name "Bálna." Bálna was originally built as a market hall but was later transformed into a vibrant center for art, culture, gastronomy, and events. Here you'll find restaurants, cafés, galleries, and event spaces that regularly host concerts, exhibitions, and other events. It's a popular spot for locals and tourists alike who want to enjoy the modern flair and creative atmosphere.

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Budapest, Hungary

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Bálna Budapest

1. Szabadság híd loop from Boráros tér

2. Bálna Budapest – Bálna Budapest loop from Kálvin tér

3. Margaret Island (Margitsziget) – Hungarian Parliament Building loop from Kossuth Lajos tér

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