Quick ride by bicycle from Budapest XVI. kerület to Budapest XVII. kerület

Here’s a relaxing Budapest ride from District XVI (Mátyásföld) to District XVII (Rákosmente), perfect if you’re after a breezy suburban spin. You’ll start near the old villa quarters and leafy streets of XVI., winding along a route with mostly smooth asphalt and dedicated cycleways (about two-thirds of the journey!), so there’s not much traffic stress.

The journey is just over 10 kilometers, with gentle ups and downs—not too demanding, but enough to keep it lively. About a third of the way might lack perfect pavement, but the quiet roads more than make up for it, and you won’t have to battle for space with cars.

Roll into XVII. kerület, known for its residential neighborhoods and green spaces—if you’re feeling peckish, the local bakeries are worth a stop. All in all, it’s a great little city escape for Budapest dwellers wanting some fresh air without leaving town!