Furta: Village Character, Zither Tradition and Embroidery

Village Character and the Landscape of the Bihari Plain

Furta lies in the western part of the Bihari Plain. This poorly drained floodplain stretches between alluvial fans and river ridges, and various saline soil types are found there. The plain, water drainage, landforms and soils all contribute to the description of the local landscape. There is also a specific connection to local wildlife for nature enthusiasts: the protected great bustard also lives in Furta.

Embroidery, Zither and an Autumn Custom

The main hall of Furta Town Hall houses a permanent exhibition featuring selected pieces of Furta embroidery. The zither tradition adds a different cultural note: a zither orchestra is part of the village’s folk music culture. Together, the two offer insights into textile design and music, without being the same kind of experience. If you would like to visit the exhibition, check current visiting arrangements in advance.

A harvest custom is also part of Furta’s history. If this custom matters to your travel plans, check the dates for your travel year.

Hajdú-Bihar: Landscape and Experiences on a Broader Scale

The wider destination of Hajdú-Bihar adds a distinct landscape highlight: the Hortobágy National Park – the Puszta World Heritage site. The area covers nearly 75,000 hectares in the Great Hungarian Plain in eastern Hungary. As a cultural landscape, it preserves visible evidence of more than 2,000 years of traditional pastoralism. This expansive Puszta context complements the view of Furta, whose landscape is defined by its location in the Bihari Plain.

At Hortobágyi Fishponds, you can choose from walking routes of 3.6, 5.4 or 10 kilometres; none of the routes have difficult sections. The different lengths make it easier to decide which route fits your day’s plans. The fishpond system is also a Ramsar site, an Important Bird Area, part of the World Heritage site and a Natura 2000 site. This brings together the choice of route length and an appreciation of the protected areas in a single excursion.

You can also discover culture in other ways in the wider destination of Hajdú-Bihar. The Shepherds’ Museum presents the life of shepherds, along with handmade clothing, tools and decorated personal belongings. It is housed in a former coach house that was part of the Hortobágy Csárda complex. The “The World of Cranes” exhibition offers experiential learning and entertainment for all ages. Its features include a diorama, tactile objects, quiz questions, a magnetic puzzle and a digital drawing board. The museum visit and interactive exhibition offer different cultural and learning experiences.

Choose a Holiday Apartment to Suit Your Trip

When looking for a holiday apartment, it is worth deciding first what you want your trip to focus on. Would you like to centre your stay on Furta, with its preserved village character, embroidery, zither tradition and the landscape of the Bihari Plain? Or are you also planning to visit separate destinations in the wider Hajdú-Bihar region, such as taking a walk at Hortobágyi Fishponds or visiting a museum? This way, you can shape your stay around the experiences you want, without conflating Furta’s local features with the region’s offerings.

Discover more destinations: Mezőpeterd, Körösszakál, Berettyóújfalu, Ártánd

For the wider travel overview: Berettyóújfalui.