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Csepel Lunch and River Walk

Start your afternoon with a quick local lunch, then head to the Danube’s edge for fresh air and views.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 13:00

    Marcsi Kifőzde

    Grab a quick lunch at Marcsi Kifőzde. It is a no-nonsense food bar just a short walk from the landmark, perfect for a hearty meal before you head out.

  2. 13:45

    Kopaszi dam

    Walk to Kopaszi dam. It is a popular resting place on the Lágymányosi bay of the Danube, separated from the main river by a dam. Spend time walking along the water or just sitting and watching the boats.

  3. 14:45

    Café Ponyvaregény

    End your trip at Café Ponyvaregény. It is a Hungarian restaurant right on the dam area, ideal for a coffee or a final bite as the afternoon winds down.

Local tip

Marcsi Kifőzde is only open Mo-Fr 11:30-15:00, so plan this lunch on a weekday. Café Ponyvaregény is open Tu-Su, so check if your final day aligns with their schedule.

Check before you go

  • Marcsi Kifőzde closes at 15:00 on weekdays.
  • Café Ponyvaregény is closed on Mondays.
  • Veranda Restaurant at the dam is open Mo-Su 11:00-22:00 but changes subject to weather.

Worth knowing

  • Marcsi Kifőzde is open at 13:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
  • Café Ponyvaregény is open at 14:45 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Budapest (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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