Basic facts

Miskolc is the 4th largest city in Hungary, with a population of around 200,000. Miskolc is the economic, educational and scientific centre of Northern Hungary, and the seat of Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County. 

Miskolc has a leading role in the field of culture, as well. From a cultural aspect the National Theatre of Miskolc, operating several types of stages, is a significant institution, being the oldest stone-built theater in the territory of present-day Hungary. It is where the first Hungarian-language performance was a put on. The nationally famous Symphonic Orchestra of Miskolc plays an important role in the music life of the city. Its concert hall, the House of Arts, is the site of orchestral concerts, pop concerts and theater performances. The Cultural Center of Miskolc organizes several popular leisure programmes and festivals for all ages and interests throughout the year. 

Miskolc is situated at the foot of the Bükk Hill’s an ideal place for sport activities such as hiking, mountain biking, cross country running and rock climbing. The most popular sports of the town are soccer and ice hockey with huge fun-clubs and full-house sport events.

• Cave bath in Miskolc-Tapolca, a unique creation in a natural cavern (10 minutes from the Campus)
• Avas hill with small wine cellars (20 minutes from the Campus)
• Diósgyőr Castle (10 kilometres away from the Campus)
• Lillafüred holiday resort (20 kilometres from the Campus)
• Tokaj wine region (50 kilometres from the Campus)
• Eger wine region (50 kilometres from the Campus)