How do you travel by bike to the Athletics Stadium from Buda (across the Rákoczi Bridge)?

Google Maps is your friend, at least so we think. But, if you are coming by train to Kelenföldi Pályaudvar or you reside somewhere else on the Buda side, and you plan on approaching the Athletics Stadium on bike or by roller, then you shouldn’t listen to Google Maps (at the moment). Find out how to get to the stadium safely!

google maps suggestion by bike to the athletics center in Budapest
The number one suggestion from Google if you travel to the Athletics Centre in Budapest by bike.

What is the problem with this suggestion? The problem comes as you get to the Rákoczi bridge because Google suggests you use your bike and drive across the bridge together with the cars (which is both dangerous and illegal). In other words, you will stand amazed and very insecure if as you get to the bridge based on the suggestions made by Google.

You don’t have to avoid Google entirely, but instead of having Google suggest a bicycle road for you, pretend as if you are walking. You will then be shown the right path to take you safely across the bridge on the road made for those walking, skating, bicycling, or using a roller.

The right way to cross the Rákoczi Bridge by bike, roller, skates, or on foot.
The right way to cross the Rákoczi Bridge by bike, roller, skates, or on foot.

These instructions are valid if you want to get to the Athletics stadium, to the party venue Budapest Park, or if you just want to discover Budapest on your own.


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