This was the 28th International Danube Navigation & Tourism Conference

Here you can find some impressions and glimpses of the conference.

Monday, November 25th 2024

Dinner at the Hotel InterContinental

The participants of the Danube Shipping Conference sit at tables in the event hall and engage in lively conversation.

Die Teilnehmer der Donauschifffahrtskonferenz kommen in einem festlich eingerichteten Veranstaltungssaal zusammen. Bei Speisen und Getränken führen sie angeregte Gespräche und genießen die gesellige, zugleich gemütliche Atmosphäre des Treffens.

The participants of the Danube Shipping Conference sit at several tables in the room and engage in lively conversation.

Mehrere Personen sitzen während der Donauschifffahrtskonferenz gemeinsam an einem Tisch. Bei Getränken kommen sie ins Gespräch, tauschen Ideen aus und genießen die Gelegenheit zu einem lebendigen, persönlichen Austausch.

Five people pose for a group photo during the Danube Shipping Conference. They smile together for the camera. Three gentlemen are on the left and two ladies are on the right.

A speaker addresses the Danube Tourism Conference while the other participants listen attentively.

Five people have taken their seats at a table and are discussing matters at the Danube Shipping Conference. In a focused atmosphere, they exchange ideas and appear to be part of a lively discussion about the future of the Danube.

Morning run, Tuesday, November 26th 2024

Group photo before the morning run in Budapest. It is cold and most people are wearing hats. The Chain Bridge in Budapest can be seen in the background.

A group of runners are warming up for their run. The trainer can be seen at the front demonstrating exercises.

A group of runners are warming up for a run. The trainer can be seen in the middle demonstrating warm-up exercises. They are standing on the promenade

A group of runners stands in front of the Parliament building in Budapest. They pose for a group photo, and some runners hold balloons in their hands.

A group of runners stands in front of the Parliament building in Budapest. The runners are spread out across the forecourt and wait.

A group of runners stand in front of the parliament building in Budapest wearing running gear. They pose for a group photo and two women hold a balloon in their hands.

A group of runners are standing in front of the parliament building in Budapest. It is cold and the runners are wearing hats. They are chatting animatedly and smiling.

Tuesday, November 26th 2024

Gala-Dinner at the Vigadó Concert Hall

Gala dinner in the Vigado Concert Hall. The grand staircase with red carpet leading to the gala hall can be seen.

Gala dinner at the Vigado Concert Hall. The picture shows three women with blonde hair.

The picture shows a woman wearing evening dress. In front of her is the face of a man in a suit.

Two women are engaged in lively conversation with an elderly gentleman at the gala dinner.

Two men in suits and a woman pose for a group photo. All three are holding a glass of wine.

Festively decorated hall in the Vagado Concert Hall in Budapest. Many round tables are set up. A band is playing on stage.

Musicians with various instruments can be seen on stage. Two men are playing the violin.

A presenter can be seen speaking into a microphone. Behind him is a dark blue curtain.

A man in a suit stands on stage behind a lectern and claps his hands. Behind him is a blue curtain.

Dancers can be seen on stage, jumping high into the air and wearing green jackets.

Wednesday, November 27th 2024

Post Convention to Esterházy Castle and Esztergom

Visit to Esterhazy Castle. A group of people can be seen standing in a garden.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

The walls of Esterhazy Castle can be seen, and there is a green area in front of the houses.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

The picture shows an old wooden desk. Above it is a small window.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

Visitors are looking at Esterhazy Castle. Two gentlemen and one lady can be seen.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

There is a chapel and an altar, and the walls are painted pink.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

A night-time photograph of Esterhazy Castle. There is a group of people in front of the castle.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

Interior shot in the castle. A group of people are standing in a historic room with green walls and a chandelier.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

This is the bedroom in Esterhazy Castle. The green bed stands in the middle of the room. In front of it are a table and four chairs.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

A group photo showing many people in front of Esterhazy Castle. The photo was taken in the evening.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

Four people are standing in front of a sales stand and smiling. A gentleman wearing a headband is taking a photo with his mobile phone.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

A group of people are walking across a bridge in Esztergom. Behind them, a church and a castle can be seen. The weather is very foggy.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.

A group of people are in a museum in Esztergom. They are looking at a miniature model of Esztergom Castle and glancing up at the ceiling.

On the first day of the post convention, the group went to Majk to see the former Camaldolese hermits and then to Esterházy Castle. The Esterházy family is one of the most influential noble families in Hungary, with a history stretching back to the 13th century.

On the second day, the visitors immersed themselves in the history of Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The city is home to numerous important museums, libraries and archives. The Christian Museum and the cathedral treasury are particularly important. The cathedral library is the oldest, richest and largest ecclesiastical library in Hungary.