It’s a warm summer evening, and you’re paddling your canoe along the small branch of the Danube near Rácalmás. Ahead, the old iron bridge spans the murky water—you can just make it through between the pillars. A sandbar lies a little further to the right, but finally, you reach a newly built homeward stop. Here, you can rest in peace, leave your boat safely, take a shower, and even cook a good meal. This experience...
When a hospital is renewed, it sends a clear message: we want to create an environment that truly supports both treatment and healing. A clean, renovated space does more than look nice—it conveys order and safety, which are especially important during the vulnerable period of recovery. With this goal in mind, Gyöngyös’ Bugát Pál Hospital, thanks to EU funding, launched a project to raise the professional standards of its outpatient care services. The hospital has...
The quality of the learning environment has a profound impact on the effectiveness of education. Thanks to a comprehensive development project carried out at the Liska József Vocational School, Grammar School and Dormitory, a branch of the Jászberény Catholic Primary and Secondary School, the institution now offers energy-efficient, modern, and student-friendly spaces for its community. Supported by EU funding, both the school building and—prioritizing the quality of life of resident students—the dormitory wing underwent major...
Among Esztergom’s tourist attractions, the Basilica is undoubtedly the crown jewel. This impressive monument is becoming increasingly popular with both domestic and international visitors. Thanks to an EU-funded project, its surroundings have been upgraded and revitalized, giving a fresh boost to local tourism. The Basilica is not only a historical and cultural landmark but also a spiritual center and a major tourist destination. The renovation has increased Esztergom’s tourism appeal and marketing value, attracting more...
Creating a nursery is a major milestone in the life of a small community. For young children, it opens the door to a world filled with play, laughter, and small adventures. For parents, it offers the chance to return to work. It also makes the village more appealing to young families, contributing to long-term renewal and growth. With these goals in mind, the Municipality of Sümegprága has established a mini nursery with support from the...
As casual, perhaps slightly romantic observers, we often picture fish farming as a nature-based activity: quiet ponds, calm water, and fish swimming peacefully below the surface. In reality, modern aquaculture is far more complex. It is a high-level production industry governed by strict food-safety, technological, and business standards. Aranyponty Zrt. (in English: Golden Carp Ltd.) completed an EU-funded HFOP project at its Rétimajor site. The company had long been operating both extensive and intensive fish-farming...
On 14 November 2025, the National Development Centre (NFK) held its first conference dedicated entirely to the communication of the Pillars. This made the event a milestone from the outset. The Pillars — the flagship development areas of the 2021–2027 EU funding cycle — play an increasingly important role in presenting Hungary’s achievements and highlighting the social relevance of the operational programmes in an accessible and visually engaging way. The initiative was significant even at...
Pernix Pharma Ltd., based in Zalaegerszeg, is more than just a successful company: continuous growth, dedication, and precision have made it one of the leading players in the Hungarian pharmaceutical industry. With the support of European Union funding, the company has taken modernization and capacity expansion to a new level. Founded in 2000, Pernix Pharma initially operated as a medium-sized enterprise, already implementing GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards and a customer-focused, flexible operational approach. The...
For many decades, residents of Madaras and Katymár had to deal with a serious problem: there was no sewer system or working wastewater treatment plant. Finding a long-term solution to wastewater and environmental issues was essential. Thanks to EU funding, this has now become possible. Before the project, households managed their wastewater with individual tanks and soakaways. These systems could no longer cope with growing needs. Groundwater was at risk of pollution, the environment was...
After several weeks of hard work, we finally packed up last Saturday, jumped into the car, and headed toward the Zselic. We were pleasantly surprised to see that, thanks to developments over the past few years, the region now looks completely different. Our goal for the day was the Hollófészek Lookout Tower and the Ibafa Pipe Museum—two places that, thanks to EU-funded tourism projects, have become symbols of the Zselic. As we wound our way...
