OUR MISSION
The main goal of the Hungarian Surf Fest is to unite the Hungarian surf community at a yearly organized event which is not only a surf competition but a festival as well. HSF includes all levels from beginner to advanced. In addition, we strive to provide a platform for the upcoming generation of young Hungarian surfers to compete and develop their skills. It is also our mission to make this event the official Hungarian Surfing Championship which could serve as a qualification event for the World Surfing Games. This, however, is a longer process, but we are doing our best efforts to make the situation better.
THE ORGANISERS
Eva Coster Bakró and Zoltán Bakró have been living in the Portuguese coastal town of Costa da Caparica since 2017, the location of the Hungarian Surf Fest. They have operated their own guesthouse and surfschool (The Magnet Projects) ever since and are a household name within the Hungarian surf community. Every year they host around 300 aspiring and advanced surfers in their guesthouse.
Anna Liptay-Baráth and Dávid Liptay moved to Caparica in October 2020. Deciding to no longer go on once a year surf trips, but instead choosing to organize their life so they can live at the ocean permanently. They opened their own Pizzeria (Blitz) in town which is loved by locals and functions as a hub for all the international and Hungarian surf travelers.
THE LOCATION
COSTA DA CAPARICA
A lively beach town along the coast of the Atlantic, about a 25 minutes car ride from the center of Lisbon and Portugal’s biggest airport. If it is the oceanside promenade, the breathtaking sunsets or the quality waves that make this surf town so special, we don’t know, but one thing is for sure: it is one of the most attractive places along the Portuguese coast.
LOCAL TRANSPORTATION
The ocean is a 1-2 minute walk from the competition venue, so it is not necessary to rent a car. On the other hand, if several of you get together and go on a trip or sightseeing, it is possible to rent a cheap car. Uber is another option between Lisbon and Caparica, as an affordable and convenient transport solution. This is also great for airport transfers.
GETTING TO HSF
It is done individually, the easiest way from Hungary is by plane. Wizzair and Ryanair operate flights from Budapest, both will fly on the exact dates of the event (Oct. 8-15). We recommend booking tickets as soon as possible so that you can travel at the most favorable price. It is also possible to arrive earlier and leave later, if you would like the accommodation package, please let us know.
SURF CONTEST
The 2023 Hungarian Surf Fest was organized within the official competition system of the Hungarian Windsurfing Association (HWA). The organization of the competition also received assistance from the Sósvíz Hullámlovas Sport Alapítvány (SHSA). Although Hungarian Surf Fest is not the official Hungarian Surfing Championship, our goal is to make it one.
At HSF, both registered and non-club-affiliated athletes can participate. However, our aim is to have as many sports club competitors as possible in the event.
RESULTS
Additional important information:
For the 2024 HSF competition schedule, the seeding order into heats is based on the results of the last 2 years.
For the 2025 HSF competition schedule, results from 3 years will be considered, but only the 2 best results will count towards the position. The 2025 schedule may still be influenced by the results of any additional Hungarian surfing competitions.
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CONTACT US
hello@hungariansurffest.com | +351 939311285 | +36 302732000