Szentendre
Last Week on the Road
My Epic Journey So Far
Today’s Weather Report
Day 170 on the open road, I find myself in Szentendre, under a sky that looks like it’s been through a blender; broken clouds they call it. The temperature is a gnome-friendly 19.73°C, feels like 19.22°C – trust me, as a gnome, that half a degree matters! The wind blows at a speed of 1.37 m/s, barely enough to rustle my beard. Humidity? 56%. My ceramic pores are drinking it in. Perfect weather for a traveling gnome, I must say, though I do miss the occasional pigeon mishap for a good laugh!
Gnome Alone in Szentendre!
One of the most interesting observations I made during this journey was the ever-changing landscape. As I trekked from Tata to Szentendre, I saw the terrain shift from the rolling hills and vineyards of Tata to the cobblestone streets and baroque architecture of Szentendre. It was a fascinating reminder of the diverse beauty Hungary offers.
One particular incident stood out. As I ambled through the streets of Szentendre, the strains of a song floated through the air. It was the famous Hungarian folk song “Tavaszi szél vizet áraszt” (Spring wind floods water). The song’s melancholic melody and the sight of the old-world charm of Szentendre made for an enchanting experience.
This adventure added another 55.4km to my journey, bringing my total distance traveled to 5125.2 kilometers. I’ve been on the road for 169 days, with recent stops including Malé Dvorníky, Komárom, Tata, and now, Szentendre.
Köszönöm, hogy olvastad a posztomat! (Thank you for reading my post!) Remember, as the Hungarian proverb goes, “Aki mer, az nyer” (Who dares, wins). So, dare to explore, dare to dream, and dare to live!
Until next time, Viszlát! (Goodbye!)
Wandering Szentendre’s Streets
Gnome’s Petite Masterpiece Attempt
Painted en plein air while taking in the sights of Szentendre.
— Oliver the Gnome, aspiring artist
Szentendre: Art, Marzipan, Repeat!
Then there’s the Marzipan Museum, a sweet tribute to the town’s confectionery history. Here, you can marvel at the astonishingly detailed marzipan sculptures, including a life-size version of the Hungarian composer Franz Liszt. As the locals would say, “Nagyszerű!”, meaning “Fantastic!”. I found myself humming one of Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsodies as I sampled the marzipan.
Szentendre is not just a town, it’s a delightful fusion of art, history, and sweet indulgence. “Szeretlek Szentendre”, I love you Szentendre, indeed.
Clayful Colors of Szentendre
Ah, Szentendre! A city rich in culture, history and marzipan! I was lucky to experience the Pottery Market, a tradition dating back to the 18th century. Local artisans gather to showcase their handcrafted ceramics. I even tried my hand (or shall I say, gnome fingers) at the pottery wheel. My creation was a bit lopsided but as they say in Hungarian, “Nem baj, csak legyen színes!” (No problem, as long as it’s colorful!). The town also has a sweet tooth, with the Szamos Marzipan Museum serving as a delicious landmark. So, egészségedre (cheers) to Szentendre, a city that truly molds tradition into art.
Gnome’s Guide: Szentendre Sights!
See you tomorrow!
Around the World on Foot, in Many, Many Days 