Over the past few days, a truly festive and inspiring atmosphere filled the Swiss Embassy Residence in Budapest.

On the first day, an elegant reception was held to celebrate the Swiss National Day, which also served as a touching farewell to the Ambassador Jean-Francois Paroz.

Representatives from the diplomatic, institutional, and business sectors came together for a warm yet official evening.

On the second day, the Swiss Picnic welcomed Budapest locals as part of the Switzerland in Budapest initiative. The event was opened with speeches by Jean-Francois Paroz Swiss Ambassador and Gergely Karácsony, Mayor of Budapest, followed by the highlight of the day: the raffle of a trip to Switzerland, drawn from participants of the previously announced Tracing Switzerland in Budapest prize game.

Swisscham Hungary was also present with its own stand, where visitors could test their knowledge through a fun Swisscham-themed quiz – bringing smiles, great conversations, and community spirit to the event.

Many thanks to the Swiss Embassy and our partners Lindt, Eisberg, Köppel, Nespresso, Ringier Hungary, Presence Schweiz, Swiss Business Club, Schweizer Klub Ungarn for these two unforgettable occasions – we’re proud to have been part of them!