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DEBRECEN ACTIVERECREATION DEBRECEN ICE HALL The ice rink in Debrecen is open for skaters not only in the winter season, but all year round. From beginners to professionals, from ice skating to ice hockey and curling, there is an opportunity for everything and more. 4031 Debrecen, Derék utca 33. Phone: +36 52 537-272 Web: www.debrecenijegcsarnok.hu Open: Sat-Sun: 09.00 - 11.30 | 15.00 - 17.30 | 18.00 - 20.30
NAGYERDEI STADIUM The Nagyerdei Stadium, built with unique and modern architectural solutions, is one of the most modern arenas in Hungary. Visitors can admire the 20 000-seat multifunctional facility not only from the outside and sitting in the stands, but can also take a guided tour to discover it. 4032 Debrecen, Nagyerdei park 12. Phone: +36 30 316-4910 Web: https://nagyerdeistadion.hu/home
DEBRECEN COMPETITION SWIMMING POOL Few cities can offer the experience of swimming in a place that was both the venue of the European Swimming Championships and the official training venue of Debrecen’s gold medal-winning Olympic swimmer ÉvaRisztov and the Hungarian Olympic swimming team. The facility also features a jacuzzi, a Finnish sauna, and an outdoor thermal pool. 4028 Debrecen, Zákány u. 4. Phone: +36 30 169 2060 Web: www.debrecenisportuszoda.hu Open: Mo-Fr: 6-22 Sat: 8-20 Sun: 8-19
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VOJTINA PUPPET SHOW A colourful world of miniature storytelling, temporary exhibitions, educational performances of folk tales and fairy-tale classics, and fun family activities that answer life’s big questions for young children. 4026 Debrecen, Kálvin tér 13. Phone: +36 52 418-160 Web: www.vojtinababszinhaz.hu
NAGYERDEI CULTURAL PARK ZOO AND BOTANICAL GARDEN The 17-hectare protected area of the Great Forest showcases nearly 1,400 animals of 165 species from five continents. Rare, exotic animals - toucans, flamingos, ibises, gibbons, kangaroos and hippos – can be seen alongside native fauna and indigenous domestic animals. 4032 Debrecen, Ady Endre út 1. Phone: +36 52 310-065 Web: www.zoodebrecen.hu Open: Mo-Sun: 9-18
FIVE ACRE WOOD PLAYGROUND The huge park in the Great Forest offers children a full day of activities, with countless playground equipment for exciting adventures. Near the playground you will find the zoo, the amusement park, the indoor Mediterranean baths, the open-air stage of the Great Forest and the Fog Theatre, where a colourful laser show on a water spray and short films about the city combine to make for a light summer’s day. 4028 Debrecen, Nagyerdei krt.19.
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CSOKONAI RESTAURANT The restaurant offers an air-conditioned cellar, rooms of different sizes and atmospheres, and a rich selection of international and traditional Hungarian specialities. 4024 Debrecen Kossuth utca 21. Phone: + 36 52 410 802 Web: www.csokonaietterem.hu Open: Mo-Sun: 12-23
DG ITALIANO - RISTORANTE BAR PIZZERIA In the heart of Debrecen, in an authentic Italian environment, lovers of Italian flavours are welcome! 4025 Debrecen, Piac utca 39. Phone: +36 30 402 2454 Web: www.dgitaliano.hu Open: Mo-Sat: 11:30-00:00 Sun: 11:30-17:00
IKON RESTAURANT Debrecen’s top restaurant, the IKON Restaurant offers excellent ingredients and seasonal specials just 2 minutes from the Great Church. 4025 Debrecen, Piac utca 23 Phone: +36 30 555 7766 Web: www.ikonrestaurant.hu Open: Mo: Closed Tue-Sat: 11:30-23:00 Sun: Closed
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RESTAURANTS NONNA ROSA Located in the centre of Debrecen, the restaurant specialises in original Italian cuisine: pasta dishes, fish dishes, pizzas - all made with original Italian ingredients and based on traditional recipes. Italian cuisine lovers can enjoy a real Mediterranean atmosphere, Italian and Hungarian wines and real Italian coffee. 4024 Debrecen Piac utca 12. Phone: +36 70 434 9180 Facebook: www.facebook.com/nonnarosadebrecen Open: Mo-Sun: 11-22
WASABI RUNNING SUSHI & WOK RESTAURANT You can choose from a variety of sushi, starters, soups, pasta, main courses, wok dishes and many other delicacies. 4024 Debrecen, Piac utca 18. Phone: +36 52 535 346 Web: www.wasabi.hu/etterem/debrecen Open: Mo-Sun: 11-23
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SCITEC FITNESS CLUB 4025 Debrecen, Segner János tér 5. Phone: +36 52 872 372 Web: https://new.segnerfitness.hu Open: Mo-Fr: 6-23 Sat-Sun: 7-21
NEW YORK FITNESS 4026 Debrecen, Péterfia út 18. Debrecen Pláza I. floor Phone: +36 52 871 795 Web: www.facebook.com/NewYorkFitness.eu Open: Mo-Fr: 6-24 Sat: 8-21 Sun: 8-20
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BATHS AQUACTICUM SPA The bath/spa complex is located in the beautiful natural environment of the Great Forest, with a special beach, thermal baths, and indoor Mediterranean adventure baths for those who want to regenerate, heal and relax. 4032 Debrecen Nagyerdei park 1. Phone: +36 52 514-174 Web: www.aquacticum.hu Open: Mo-Sun: 6:00-19.00
CAFÉS, PASTRY SHOPS
BLACK SHEEP ROASTERY & COFFEE Speciality café, pastry workshop and brunch kitchen! High quality coffees, with special flavour notes specific to the variety and the region, freshly roasted in Debrecen! 4024 Debrecen, Csapó utca 23. Phone: +36 20 418 7305 Web: www.black-sheep.hu Open: Mo-Fr: 7:30-19:45 Sat-Sun: 9:00-19:45
FRANCISKA CAFÉ AND BREAKFAST RESTAURANT The first coffee to be tasted in Debrecen is the original Italian Pascucci, the winner of the 2019 Audience Award. Just 70 metres’ walk from the apartments. 4025 Debrecen, Antall József utca 3. A. lépcsőház Fszt. 1. Phone: +36 30 082 8359 Open: Mo-Fr: 7-18 Sat: 8-16 Sun: 8-14
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STARBUCKS GOLDEN BULL A popular café where guests can comfortably enjoy their favourite drink in one of the most beautiful parts of Debrecen, just a hundred metres from the Great Church. 4025 Debrecen, Piac utca 11-15. Phone: +36 70 709 1683 Web: www.starbucks.hu Open: Mo-Sun: 8-20
VINTAGE WORLD CAFE & FLOWER Stunning vintage environment, delicious coffee, heavenly brunch dishes, special flower boxes and bouquets in the heart of Debrecen! 4025 Debrecen, Arany János utca 6. Phone: +36 52 445 445 Web: www.vintageworld.hu Open: Mo-Sat: 8-19 Sun: 9-17
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SIGHTS IN THE SURROUNDINGS HÁRMASHEGYALJA, FOREST SCHOOL AND EDUCATIONAL NATURE TRAIL The area is a recreation centre 17 km from Debrecen. The popular resting place can be reached from the Faraktár Street station of the Zsuzsi train in Debrecen - even by steamer train. A cycle path runs parallel to the railway. A lookout has been built at the most prominent point of the excursion site. There is also the Hármashegyi lake, a playground, the forest school and an educational nature trail nearby. 4002 Debrecen, Hármashegyalja
HORTOBÁGY The word Hortobágy has several meanings: it denotes a settlement, a landscape and a river that meanders through it. What connects them is the Nine Hole Bridge, the longest stone-built road bridge in the country, and the traditional restaurant, the Hortobágy Great Tavern, located in the immediate vicinity of the bridge. Anyone can experience the feeling of life in the Puszta on a horse-drawn carriage ride: you can see the animals in their original habitat and find out why the Hungarian people were born to ride horses. 4071 Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 9. Phone: +36 52/589-321 Web: www.hnp.hu
HAJDÚSZOBOSZLÓ Hajdúszoboszló is the most famous spa town in the Great Plain, whose favourable conditions and services create the conditions for active and passive recreation all year round. In addition to bathing, the town of Hajdúszoboszló offers a variety of activities as well as restaurants and hotels. 4200 Hajdúszoboszló Phone: + 36 52 558-928 Web: https://hajduszoboszlo.hu/
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BEAUTY SALON AVAND BEAUTY Avand Beauty Salon opened in 2020 with the mission to create a place for women in Debrecen where beauty is a pleasure. Their guiding principle is that less is sometimes more, and with this approach they help everyone find a look that enhances their natural beauty and individuality. Highly trained professionals, professional products and a wonderful environment in the heart of the city centre. 4025 Debrecen, Antall József utca 1. fszt. 7. Phone: +36 70 930 9079 Web: www.avandbeauty.hu
ENTERTAINMENT CINEMA CITY The largest cinema complex in the city, Cinema City, is located in the Debrecen Plaza shopping centre in the centre of Debrecen. In the cinema’s many smaller and larger rooms, cinema fans can watch the best of Hungarian and foreign films in 2-3 or 4D. 4026 Debrecen Péterfia utca 18. Phone: +36 20 200 500 Web: www.cinemacity.hu Open: Mo-Th: 12:30-20:45 Fr: 12:30-22:45 Sat: 9:30-22:45 Sun: 9:30-20:45
DIVINO WINEBAR The first provincial member of the most famous wine bar network of Budapest nightlife in Debrecen. Meet up-andcoming winemakers and the second generation of famous wine families at DiVino wine bar! The impeccable wines are guaranteed by the members of Junibor, an association of 32 young Hungarian winemakers. 4024 Debrecen, Piac utca 18. Phone: +36 30 223 3070 Web: www.facebook.com/divinodebrecen Open: Mo-Th: 17:00-24:00 Fr-Sat: 17:00-2:00 Sun: Closed
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GINIUS BAR & GIN GARDEN The best domestic and international gins, quality drinks, Hungarian wines, craft beers, the coolest local DJs on Saturdays, a unique interior and a cool terrace next to Hal köz! 4025 Debrecen, Simonffy u. 4-6 Phone: +36 30 966 847 Facebook: www.facebook.com/giniusbardebrecen Open: Mo-Th: 16:00-24:00 Fr-Sat: 16:00-2:00 Sun: Closed
MASZEK, AZ UTCABÁR The diverse character of the place is shown by the fact that it also boasts one of the largest selection of drinks in Eastern Hungary, with Hungarian and foreign wines, domestic craft and Belgian draught beers, overseas short drinks, French sparkling wines and Italian prosecco. 4025 Debrecen, Simonffy utca 2. Phone: +36 52 873 34 Web: www.maszekazutcabar.hu Open: Mo-Th: 11:30-24:00 Fr-Sat: 11:30-2:00 Sun: Closed
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NAGYERDEI WATER TOWER The 34-metre-high observation tower of the water tower, built in 1913 and still in use today, not only offers a view of the surrounding area, but also a glimpse into the past through a special telescope. In addition to temporary exhibitions, music and thematic events, as well as a cosy café and a spritzer bar, the climbing wall on the water tower is an invitation to get active.
4032 Debrecen, Pallagi út 7. Phone: +36 30 274-3457 Web: www.nagyerdeiviztorony.hu Open: Mo-Tu: 10-22 Wed: 10-24 Th: 10-22 Fr-Sat: 10-22
PIAC STREET AND KOSSUTH SQUARE Piac Street leads to Kossuth Square, the main square of the city. The square hosts a number of open-air events throughout the year, including the Debrecen Flower Carnival in summer and the city’s Christmas tree during Advent. 4024 Debrecen Piac utca
GREAT FOREST Just ten minutes from the city centre, under century-old trees, Great Forest offers complete relaxation and plenty of entertainment for those who want to do the outdoors. One of the most popular spots in the Nagyerdei Park is Lake Békás, with its spectacular fountains and sunbeds, a great place to relax or have a picnic. 4032 Debrecen, Nagyerdei park
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FÓRUM SHOPPING MALL Both domestic and international global brands can be found in the Forum. The downtown shopping mall offers 120 shops on 3 levels, 800 parking spaces, a wide range of restaurants, cafés, children’s play areas and a variety of activities for visitors looking for relaxation and a good time. 4029 Debrecen, Csapó u. 30. Phone: +36 52 598-800 Web: www.forumdebrecen.hu Open: Mo-Sat: 9-20 Sun: 10-18
DEBRECEN PLÁZA This shopping mall has 3 floors with a variety of shops and entertainment facilities, including a cinema, casino, fitness centre, fast food restaurant and café. For those arriving by car, there is enclosed parking and accessible parking outside. 4026 Debrecen, Péterfia u. 18. Phone: +36 52/456-700 Web: https://debrecenplaza.hu Open: Mo-Sat: 9-20 Sun: 10-18
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BANK ATM SERVICE
Raiffeisen Bank: 4024 Debrecen, Piac utca 18. (500 metres) OTP Bank: 4025 Debrecen, Piac utca 45-47. (550 metres) Erste Bank: 4026 Debrecen, Bethlen utca 1. (600 metres) UniCredit Bank: 4024 Debrecen, Kossuth Lajos utca 25-27. (700 metres)
TAXI SERVICE / TRANSFER
City taxi Phone: +36 52 555 555 Főnix taxi Phone: +36 52 444 444 El-Szállít Reptéri Transzfer Phone: +36 30 649 4999
DOCTOR / MEDICATION The nearest pharmacy: 4025 Debrecen, Széchenyi u. 1. Open: on weekdays 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, on Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, on Saturday closed Phone: +36 52 326 666 Out-of-hours doctor services: GP on-call care is available at the University of Debrecen Clinical Centre Emergency Clinic (side wing building). Debrecen, Nagyerdei körút 98. Phone: +36 52 506 303
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LOCAL TRANSPORT
Although in Debrecen all major sights and places are within easy walking distance, but for those who would prefer not to walk, local public transport offers a number of convenient options. There are two tram lines, five trolleybus lines and more than fifty bus lines in Debrecen, but the city can also be explored on two wheels along a network of safe cycle paths.
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