Eplény is about 119 km outside Budapest. That makes it well under 2 hours driving by car (via Route 8 and M7), and an ideal weekend getaway.

Alternatively, hop on a train that will take you into Eplény, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV). Coming from Budapest (Budapest-Deli platform) the journey by train is around 1h52m (fastest option). You’ll have a 7-minute layover time which I’ve included in the time estimate.

Síaréna Eplény is the nearest ski resort about 3.4 km from the village.

With 8 ski lifts you’ll ski across 7.7 km of which 5.4 km are easy skiing. Advanced skiers have a 1 km challenge, whereas expert skiers have 1.3 km to show off their skiing ability. Together, you have plenty of scenic downhill skiing across the 16 pistes. Incidentally, it’s Hungary’s only ski resort with a chairlift.

No need to worry if you don’t have the necessary ski gear. There is a ski outlet that will gladly assist in complete ski and snowboard rentals and equipment. 

You may as well follow Intersport Síaréna Eplény on Facebook. They have programs that run throughout the year, well worth a trip or two.

Intersport Síaréna Eplény is also the go-to for your ski passes. They run specials from time to time, so again, join their Facebook to stay in the know.

Usually the season runs from early December to late March. Generally, the later (around March) you go, the better chance of snow you have at such low altitude.

A day ticket can be from HUF 9,900 for adults, HUF 8,900 for students, and HUF 7,000 for children.

Après ski and skiing goes together like butter and bread. In true tradition the refined practice of ending a long, cold day with spiked cider or mulled wine, huddling with friends to unwind before heading home can also be enjoyed at Síaréna Eplény.