Fishing
Sport fishing, particularly for record-breaking carp, is increasing in popularity in Hungary thanks to efficient management and well-stocked lakes and rivers, prevalent in the Carpathian Basin. The top destination is Lake Tisza, followed by Lake Fertő on the Austrian border, of course, Lake Balaton. The banks of the Danube and River Tisza are also brimming with great fishing spots.
The Association of Hungarian Anglers has an excellent website, also containing important information on fishing permits.
For fishing tours to Hungary, visit the website of Angling International.
Hunting
Each year, more and more hunters from abroad come to Hungary for the world-class trophies, the long tradition of hunting, the unspoilt natural environment and the high-quality game management.
There is game, especially red deer, to be found in the hills of Pilis and Buda on the outskirts of Budapest. A large number of deer inhabits the central Danube area, and in the southern flatlands, hares, partridges and particularly pheasant are also in abundance. The oak, beech and pine forests of the Bakony hills to the north of Lake Balaton contain every native species of large game, as well as deer and roe deer. There is also excellent wild boar hunting in Gerecse. Western Transdanubia, and the counties of Zala, Somogy and Tolna, with their wet climate and segmented, rolling terrain, are home to Hungary's famous red deer. The king of all game in these parts, the moufflon, an introduced wild ram, can be found in the foothills of the Alps and in the Keszthely hills.
For more details see www.hunniavad.hu or www.dianahunts.hu
