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Lake Naplás

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Head out to Lake Naplás, Budapest's largest lake and a peaceful nature reserve in District XVI. Follow the educational trail around the shore, climb the observation tower and look out for birds.

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Full description

Lake Naplás sits on the outskirts of Budapest in District XVI and is described by visitors as the city's largest lake. An educational trail circles the water and explains the reserve's flora and fauna, while a recently built observation tower gives a wider view for birdwatching.

Roadside parking is plentiful, and a small food stand nearby serves waffles and has a restroom. With a rating of 4.7 and a gentle, mostly flat walk of about an hour, it is a quiet, locals-oriented escape that few visitors to the city reach.

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Address

Budapest, Lake Naplás, Hungary · District XVI.
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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

1h

Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

  • Reach it by car or bus from the city
  • bring binoculars if you like birdwatching
  • pick up a waffle at the small food stand, which also has the restrooms
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Reviews

This lake is the biggest in Budapest. Educational trail goes around the lake, where you can learn a lot about this nature reserve, the local flora and fauna. You can go there by car, or by bus number 46.

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Kata Dávid

1/5

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