Europe
Can you drink tap water in Hungary?
YesYes, drinkable
Can you drink the tap water in Hungary?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water is safe nationwide; Budapest's comes from riverbank filtration. Public drinking fountains run in summer.
Key facts
- Safely managed drinking water: 100% of people (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water by place in Hungary
| Place | Verdict | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe and good; Budapest's supply comes from riverbank filtration. |
| Lake Balaton | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe nationwide to drink; in summer, public drinking fountains run in many squares. The lake is clean enough for swimming in summer. |
| Eger | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe nationwide to drink; in summer, public drinking fountains run in many squares. |
| Pécs | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe nationwide to drink; in summer, public drinking fountains run in many squares. |
Tap water by place
Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water
- US State Department travel advisory
- Speedtest Global Index – Hungary
- National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing – White Card
- National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing – Fees
- Visit Hungary – Getting around
- European Commission – Entry/Exit System
- World Bank open data
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